Our Core VAlues
1. We elevate Christ in all that we do. In all things, we seek to give Christ the preeminence. (Colossians 1:18, Revelation 4:11, 1 Corinthians 10:31)
2. We submit to God’s Word. Above all, we want to please God and stay true to His Word. We would rather be biblical than be popular. (2 Timothy 3:14-17, Acts 5:29, 2 Timothy 1:13)
3. We engage with the gospel. The truths of God’s Word apply equally to every generation and every background. Sharing the life-changing truth of the gospel is the most compassionate and important endeavor in which we can be involved. (Matthew 28:18-20, 1 Timothy 2:3-6)
4. We enjoy serving Jesus. We enjoy church life. Serving the Lord is not simply a duty, it is fun. Because of this we serve together with joy and passion. It is the outflowing of Christ in us. (Psalm 100:2, Nehemiah 8:10)
5. We live by faith. We believe God is able. We strive to be excellent. We sacrifice, believing God will replenish. (Ecclesiastes 9:10, Philippians 3:13-14, Daniel 6:3)
Our Purpose
Love God. Grow Together. Serve Others.
We want the gospel to be our center focus in our church, our hearts, and around the world. Jesus said to His followers: “…All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth. Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world. Amen” (Matthew 28:18–20). Jesus’ directive is our highest priority. Every facet of church activity, in some way, relates to our biblical purpose.
Just as the New Testament church in the book of Acts was focused on making disciples, so are we! Acts 5:42 records of the Jerusalem church: “And daily in the temple, and in every house, they ceased not to teach and preach Jesus Christ.” This young church was constantly engaged in communicating the gospel and helping people become devoted followers of Jesus.
Step 1 – Every Verse
We believe the preaching and teaching of God’s Word is vital to the Christian’s life and growth. 2 Timothy 3:16, “All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness:” We encourage our members to read the Scriptures in its entirety each year. This will help every believer to grow in their daily walk with Christ.
Step 2 – Every Door
We believe in personal evangelism. The more we read God’s Word, the more we will have a desire to see others saved. Romans 10:1, “Brethren, my heart's desire and prayer to God for Israel is, that they might be saved.” We want to fulfill the Great Commission that Jesus gave His disciples when He said in Mark 16:15, “…Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature.”
Step 3 – Every Nation
As Jesus ascended into Heaven He gave His disciples these words, “……Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world.” (Matthew 28:18-20) We know that it is the Lord’s desire to see all saved, and while we may not be able to go ourselves, we can send others to do the work in those countries. As we read God’s Word, we begin to Love God more, Grow in His grace and knowledge, and begin to have a deeper desire to serve those around us.
Our Plan
Step 1 – Every Verse
We believe the preaching and teaching of God’s Word is vital to the Christian’s life and growth. 2 Timothy 3:16, “All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness:” We encourage our members to read the Scriptures in its entirety each year. This will help every believer to grow in their daily walk with Christ.
Step 2 – Every Door
We believe in personal evangelism. The more we read God’s Word, the more we will have a desire to see others saved. Romans 10:1, “Brethren, my heart's desire and prayer to God for Israel is, that they might be saved.” We want to fulfill the Great Commission that Jesus gave His disciples when He said in Mark 16:15, “…Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature.”
Step 3 – Every Nation
As Jesus ascended into Heaven He gave His disciples these words, “……Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world.” (Matthew 28:18-20) We know that it is the Lord’s desire to see all saved, and while we may not be able to go ourselves, we can send others to do the work in those countries. As we read God’s Word, we begin to Love God more, Grow in His grace and knowledge, and begin to have a deeper desire to serve those around us.
None of these can be done without the help and participation of each member of New Hope Baptist Church. Would you prayerfully consider joining us?
Our History
First organized in 1949 by Highland Park Baptist Church as a satellite church, Park City Baptist Church was completed in 1952. The first pastor of Park City Baptist Church was Bro Paul Norris. In 1988, Pastor Bud Lindsay organized and renamed Park City Baptist to New Hope Baptist Church. Since then, New Hope Baptist Church has continued to share
Christ in the community and around the world for the sake of the Gospel.
Our Pastor
Pastor Chris has served in many capacities within the local church. He has served in youth ministry for over 15 years and was a youth pastor for 10 of those years. In June of 2021, the Lord brought Bro Chris and his family to pastor New Hope Baptist Church. Bro Chris has written a book and has earned his Doctorate in Theology from Andersonville Theological Seminary in Camilla, GA.
Bro Chris and his wife, Jenny, have 3 beautiful girls: MaKenzie, Abby, and Emily.