All scripture references are NLT unless otherwise noted.
Our Vision
As a multi-generational, multi-campus, and multi-ethnic church, First Assembly of God seeks to impact the High Desert and beyond with the life-changing message of Christ and offer ministries to develop fully devoted followers of God.
YOU MATTER TO GOD!
YOU MATTER TO US!
We are a
I.
Matthew 5:14 “You are the light of the world—like a city on a hilltop that cannot be hidden.”
Philippians 2:14-15 Do everything without grumbling or arguing, so that you may become blameless and pure, “children of God without fault in a warped and crooked generation.” Then you will shine among them like stars in the sky… (NIV)
II. Don’t
Matthew 5:15 “No one lights a lamp and then puts it under a basket. Instead, a lamp is placed on a stand, where it gives light to everyone in the house.”
Romans 1:16a For I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes… (NASB)
Philippians 1:20 For I fully expect and hope that I will never be ashamed, but that I will continue to be bold for Christ, as I have been in the past. And I trust that my life will bring honor to Christ, whether I live or die.
III.
Matthew 5:16a “In the same way, let your good deeds shine out for all to see…”
What you
Words:
Ephesians 4:29 Don’t use foul or abusive language. Let everything you say be good and helpful, so that your words will be an encouragement to those who hear them.
Actions:
Psalm 119:5-7 Oh, that my actions would consistently reflect your decrees! Then I will not be ashamed when I compare my life with your commands. As I learn your righteous regulations, I will thank you by living as I should!
Social
Colossians 3:17 And whatever you do or say, do it as a representative of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks through him to God the Father.
IV.
Matthew 5:16b “…so that everyone will praise your heavenly Father.”
John 1:1-5 In the beginning the Word already existed. The Word was with God, and the Word was God. He existed in the beginning with God. God created everything through him, and nothing was created except through him. The Word gave life to everything that was created, and his life brought light to everyone. The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness can never extinguish it.
1 Corinthians 10:31b …whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.
People don’t care how much you
know how much you
Luke 19:10 “For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost.” (NIV)
Let your light