“Grace Alone, Scripture Alone, Faith Alone.” These words echo through the very foundation of Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church. Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church is not just a building. It is a testament to unwavering faith. As we stand here, imagine the countless souls who have sought solace and inspiration within these walls.
Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church stands firm on the Lutheran Confession. This results in a church family focused on prayer, love, and growth. They reach out with the Gospel to meet the needs of people. The teachings of Luther and fellow reformers are the pillars of their faith.
Lutherans believe in the Triune God. They believe in the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. God created everything. God loves and sustains all creation. We believe that Jesus Christ transforms lives through his death and resurrection. God’s Holy Spirit is active in our lives and in the world.
The Bible is God’s inerrant and infallible Word. It reveals His Law and His Gospel of salvation in Jesus Christ. The scriptures are the sole rule for Christian doctrine here at Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church. Jesus purchased forgiveness and eternal life for us. God creates faith in Christ and gives us forgiveness of sins through Him. Those who believe have eternal life.
Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church is a confessional congregation. They hold to the Lutheran Confessions. These confessions are a correct interpretation of Biblical doctrine. The Book of Concord contains these statements of belief. Church leaders wrote them in the 16th century. The Augsburg Confession details what Lutherans believe.
Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church is dedicated to Christian education and missions. As a member of the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod LCMS the church supports Christian education. The LCMS supports many schools and seminaries. The LCMS is active in all fifty states and in more than 25 foreign countries. The synod walks together by supporting seminaries and universities.
Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church lives by the good news. Our relationship with God has been set right by God’s grace. It is not by anything we do. God loves us not because we are good. God loves us because God is good. God’s love sets us free. We are free to share love for our neighbors. We love one another because God first loves us.
Martin Luther relished the freedom Christians have in trusting God’s mercy in Christ. Faith is God’s work in us. It changes us and makes us to be born anew of God. Faith is a living thing. It is impossible for it not to be doing good works.
So, as we conclude our visit to Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church, remember this. Grace, Scripture, and Faith are the cornerstones of this community. They are reaching lost souls with the Gospel. They are nourishing and equipping the saints for life and ministry.