Foundation Scripture
Habakkuk 2:2–4 (KJV)
"And the LORD answered me, and said, Write the vision, and make it plain upon tables, that he may run that readeth it.
For the vision is yet for an appointed time, but at the end it shall speak, and not lie: though it tarry, wait for it; because it will surely come, it will not tarry.
Behold, his soul which is lifted up is not upright in him: but the just shall live by his faith.""
The Great Commandment
Matthew 22:37-40 (KJV)
"Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind. This is the first and great commandment. And the second is like unto it, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself. On these two commandments hang all the law and the prophets."
Our Purpose
Faith Gospel Tabernacle exists to glorify God by pursuing excellence in all that we do, for the expressed purpose of winning souls. We are the church that has been purchased by the blood of Jesus Christ; therefore, we have been called to worship, witness, and serve with a spirit of excellence.
Our Declaration
"Bridging the Past; Blessing the Present; Birthing the Future."
Our Vision
We strive to lead people into experiencing a life-changing relationship with Jesus Christ in a growing and caring church family. We are committed to creating a dynamic environment for authentic worship, effective communication, and meaningful ministry, while fostering a place of family, community, hope, and genuine love.
Faith is a church where love really works.
Our Heart
The goal of everything we do is to worship our Savior. By reaching out in love to people from every walk of life through unconditional love, acceptance, and respect—Faith becomes the voice and the helping hand that encourages people to change their lives with hope, comfort, and peace.
We exist to declare and demonstrate the liberating power of the Gospel by creating environments where people are encouraged and the love of Christ is shown always.
Because glorifying Jesus is our ultimate goal, we rely on the Bible to teach us how to worship Him and how to follow Him. His death on the cross, and the forgiveness and salvation we have received through Him—means everything to us and drives everything we do. We follow Jesus Christ wherever He leads, and we do it because we love Him.
The Bible is our authority because it is how God has chosen to specifically reveal Himself to us.
His Glory in Our House
Moses prayed:
Exodus 33:18 (KJV) - "I pray thee, shew me thy glory."
Every time we make much of the name of Jesus-every time we lift our hearts to Him in prayer, praise, and worship-every time we allow the love of Christ to shine through us as we continue to exalt His name-we shall see His glory!
We shall witness deliverance, supernatural healings, and a great outpouring of His Spirit as we press to abide in His presence-His glory.
We endeavor: to live by faith... to be known by love... and to be a voice of hope!
Who We Are Called to Reach
We are a church that displays the love of Christ and connects with people from every walk of life. We offer compassion without compromise, providing a place where the lost, the hurting, the depressed, the frustrated, the rejected, the lonely, and the confused can find:
- Love
- Acceptance
- Help
- Hope
- Forgiveness
- Guidance
- Encouragement
- Belonging
Our Discipleship Commitment
We will present the Gospel of Jesus Christ in such a way that turns:
- Non-Christians into Converts
- Converts into Disciples
- Disciples into Mature, Fruitful Leaders
- who will, in turn, go into the world and reach others for Christ.
We accomplish this by loving God, loving people, and making disciples of Jesus everywhere we go.
Our Culture
- We live by faith.
- We are known by love.
- We are a voice of hope.
Because we understand: "LOVE AIN'T LOVE UNTIL YOU GIVE IT AWAY."
Pastoral Vision Statement
As your pastor under God's appointment, I place before you God's vision for Faith Gospel Tabernacle United Holy Church.
Forever your humble servant,
Pastor Lemuel L. Gilbert
