What We Believe
Sugar Creek is a Southern Baptist Church and is in agreement with the scriptural beliefs of the Southern Baptist Convention as outlined in the Baptist Faith and Message.
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It is important to note that every Southern Baptist Church is unique. Each church is individually governed and led by its staff and its members. Therefore, if you visit more than one Southern Baptist Church, you will notice a great degree of individuality.
At Sugar Creek, we have identified five core values that shape the way we do church. The following is a list and brief description of our core values.
- Total Dependence
- Apart from God we can do nothing
Demonstrated by… allowing the Holy Spirit to inspire, guide and empower us through fervent prayer and obedience to God’s perfect will.
- High Expectation
- God’s provision deserves our greatest commitment
Demonstrated by… placing our confidence in God to overcome all obstacles and striving for God’s standard of excellence in all things.
- Mutual Respect
- We treat one another with love and care
Demonstrated by… going out of our way to listen, communicate, support and celebrate one another, so that each person and their contribution in ministry is held in high regard.
- Eternal Impact
- We seek to make a forever difference in people’s lives
Demonstrated by… using every resource and opportunity to reach our region, impact our nation and touch our world.
- Generational Relevance
- We communicate the unchanging message of Christ to an ever-changing world
Demonstrated by… encouraging and celebrating the commitment it takes to reach each generation and creating opportunities for cross-generational ministry and interaction.