Our Vision
To be a family of believers in Jesus Christ who are being built and fitted together into a Holy Temple in the Lord, a dwelling place of God in the Spirit on the earth. In the scripture, we see only one Church of Jesus Christ in the earth. This one universal church has been designed and fashioned by God to be expressed as one local church in every city and locality (the local city church). We see that this one universal church being expressed as the one local city church has been given the keys to the Kingdom of God and apostolic authority to bind and loose in heaven and in the earth. We see the local city church as the single agency that God has given authority to preach the gospel of the Kingdom of God to all nations with signs, wonders and miracles following. We see this one church being transformed daily into the very image of her Bridegroom King, prepared to be His Bride without spot or blemish.
Our Mission
Ocean City Church is a safe place for those seeking hope, mercy and forgiveness. A place of refuge and reconciliation for everyone. Ocean City Church is a place where generations are being reconnected, where young and old and everyone in between are equally valued and celebrated. Ocean City Church is a place where devotion to God, hunger for righteousness, genuine humility, authentic worship and a desire to honor one another are among our highest priorities. Ocean City Church is a place where the gospel of God's Kingdom is proclaimed without apology or reservation. Here the Holy Spirit is free to convict and save sinners, heal the sick, open the eyes of the blind, cast out demons, and raise the dead. Ocean City Church is a place where the Bride of Christ is being prepared for her Bridegroom King.
Our Core Values
Bible Centered Preaching and Teaching We value the Bible, God’s infallible Word, as the final authority on all matters of faith and practice. We are committed to teaching God’s Word in a way that is easily understood, life changing, and relevant to everyday life. II Timothy 3:16-17
Intercessory Prayer We value intercessory prayer, private and corporate, as essential to discerning God’s will and maintaining a life style that honors God and empowers us to accomplish His work. We are committed to encouraging, training, and teaching God’s people to become effective prayer warriors. I Thessalonians 5:17; I Timothy 2:1-2; James 5:13-16
Authentic Worship We value authentic worship, public and private, as being a means to honor and glorify God. We believe true worship ushers us into the very presence of God’s glory and power and it is greatly desired by our Heavenly Father. We are committed to Holy Spirit inspired worship that is Christ-centered, drawing hearts to Him.John 4:23; Psalm 95:6
Passionate Evangelism We value people and believe every man, woman, and child was created and is loved by God. We are committed to bringing lost souls to Jesus Christ; training and discipling them to fulfill their Divine destiny.John 3:16; Acts 1:8
Strong Families We value the family unit and the institution of marriage. We believe the institution of marriage is designed and uniquely ordained by God. We are committed to teaching families how to be Christ centered according to Biblical design and principal. Ephesians 5:22-6:4; Joshua 24:15
Integrity in Ourselves, Excellence in our Pursuits We value integrity and excellence, both individually and corporately, before God and man, in all we say and do. We are committed to encouraging all people to pursue excellence and uphold integrity in their everyday lives. I Samuel 16:7; Colossians 3:17
Giving Tithes and Offerings We value the giving of tithes and offerings as a foundational teaching of the Bible in both Old and New Testament. We believe God prospers His people for the purpose of being a blessing to others. We are committed to encouraging God’s people to give in faith with a cheerful heart. Malachi 3:10; II Corinthians 9:6-8
Enabling Leadership We value the principle of enabling men and women of God to mature into capable leaders. We are committed to training, equipping, and releasing leaders for God’s work. Acts 26:16
Small Groups We value small groups as a Biblical means to build relationships and enhance fellowship among believers. We are committed to using small groups as a means to encourage believers to mature in their relationship with Christ and with one another. Acts 2:44-47
Faithful Service We value faithful service, believing every member is gifted an called by God to serve Christ and His body. We are committed to the concept that every member is a minister, able to be empowered and equipped to fulfill their God-given call. Ephesians 4:16; Luke 22:25-26
The Gifts and Anointing of the Holy Spirit We value all the gifts of the Holy Spirit and believe His anointing is absolutely necessary to do the work of God’s Kingdom. We are committed to allowing the Holy Spirit to freely move in our midst. We encourage our people to follow the Holy Spirit’s leading and to seek His gifts. Zechariah 4:6; I Corinthians 12:7-12
The Local Church We value the New Testament local church. We believe the local church is defined Biblically as the church of the city which may meet in many different places within the community. Just as the body has many members and no single member can function alone, neither can any single fellowship properly function without other fellowships. We are committed to building the church of the city by working and fellowshipping together with our brothers and sisters in the love of Christ. Matthew 16:18; Acts 6:7, 13:1; Revelation 1:20-3:14