A Note From Pastor Eric
Hello Violet Baptist Church Family!
September is here! As we head into the fall season, I'd like to share with you the heart behind Violet's mission statement: Love God, Love Others, and Make Disciples. Our mission is deeply rooted in the two greatest commandments given by Jesus in the Bible, the Great Commandment and the Great Commission. The Great Commandment, found in the book of Matthew, chapter 22, verses 37-39, states: “Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is it: Love your neighbor as yourself.” At Violet Baptist Church, we strive to live out this commandment by placing God at the center of everything we do. We seek to love Him with all our hearts, souls, and minds through prayer, worship, and obedience to His Word. Our desire is to cultivate a deep, intimate relationship with God that transforms us from the inside out. In addition to loving God, we are committed to loving others as ourselves. This includes showing compassion, kindness, and grace to everyone we encounter, both within our church family and beyond. We believe that by loving our neighbors, we reflect the love of Christ and create a welcoming environment where all feel valued and accepted. The Great Commission, given by Jesus in the book of Matthew, chapter 28, verses 19-20, instructs us to “go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you.” At Violet, we take this commission seriously. We are dedicated to making disciples who are rooted in the truth of God’s Word, passionate about sharing the Gospel, and committed to living out their faith in every aspect of their lives. Practically, living out the Great Commandment and Great Commission at Violet looks like engaging in meaningful relationships with one another, actively serving our neighbors, our community, and equipping believers to grow in their faith. We offer a variety of ministries, programs, and events designed to help individuals connect with God, connect with others, and grow as disciples of Christ. (Continued on the next page)
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