Take Your Next Step
At Defiance Church of the Nazarene, we believe God has a plan, a place and a purpose for You. Whether you have recently committed your life to Jesus, or have been in church for years, we believe there is always room to grow. Let us help you on this journey, YOU ARE NOT ALONE. We encourage you to take one step toward the plan and purpose God has called you to.
1. Make a Plan
Making a plan is one of the first steps on your journey. We encourage you to make Sunday mornings a priority. Give us 3 Sundays in a row and we believe God will meet you exactly in your season. On your first Sunday, our welcome team will be at each entrance to greet you, answer your questions, and help you find your way. Be sure to stop by the connect center for a free gift!
2. Accept Jesus
Accepting Jesus in your heart changes everything. God loves you (and me) so much and He wants to have a relationship with us. John 3:16 says, “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.” Jesus says to come – knock at His door and ask. When you decide you are ready, we have a team ready to cheer you on this journey.
3. Baptism
Baptism is an exciting moment in your journey with Christ. “We believe that Christian baptism, commanded by our Lord, is a sacrament signifying acceptance of the benefits of the atonement of Jesus Christ, to be administered to believers and declarative of their faith in Jesus Christ as their Savior, and full purpose of obedience in holiness and righteousness.” Baptism is taking the old and publicly declaring your new life.
4. Join a Life Group
Life is designed to be connected. Life Groups are an important part of our walk with Christ. The very first thing God said when he made humans is, “It is not good for man to be alone.” Life Groups are accountability groups that hold us accountable in this journey. We truly do believe LIFE IS #BETTERTOGETHER
5. Serve
We believe everyone is called to make a difference in the lives of others. We have many Oppurtunites throughout the year to make a difference in our community and our Church.
6. Begin to Give
Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. 2 Corinthians 9:7. Our God is generous God and so we believe He calls us to be generous.