“You are God’s poem, born on purpose for good purposes in Christ Jesus.” — Ephesians 2:8-10
Welcome to a “back to basics” Christian community where sharing Jesus’s love and purposes for life is a heartfelt calling—not a paid position—and where church means people who follow Jesus, not a place, programs, or perfection.
We are a Christ-centered community with shared leadership, living by truth and faith made alive through love—not by empty rituals, surface appearances, commercialism, or political agendas.
Qualified volunteer teachers and mentors serve with a shared conviction: that Scripture is God-breathed, Jesus offers fullness of life, and in His true church to lead is to serve.
Teaching times are thoughtful and conversational—questions and insights aren’t just welcomed but encouraged.
There are no stages. We create space for honest conversation and real connection.
“Empty rituals don’t matter. What counts is real faith that makes you love people.” — Galatians 5:6, 14-16
When we say “basics,” we’re talking about two core things:
1. Spiritual formation through life-on-life discipleship.
This happens in an environment that nurtures real connection—free from hierarchies, performance pressure, or commercial models. It’s about growing in faith together, honestly and relationally.
2. Living out our God-given purposes.
We help each other discover and use the gifts and talents God has placed in us—to serve His kingdom values in our homes, friendships, workplaces, and in caring for those in need. It’s about love in action and offering hope where it’s needed most.
“You have been rescued. Where you go now, healthy trees will grow where thorns once did.” — Isaiah 55:12-13
Our motive is simple: to help others receive what we’ve received—rescue by Jesus and growth into our God-given potential in relationships, work, and life.
Jesus is called Savior, Shepherd, and Physician. He sees through our pretenses and knows us as we truly are. He is always caring, always guiding, always patient. He offers healing, peace, well-being, safety, and deliverance from hardship and danger.
He has done this for each of us—so we’re here to support and encourage anyone who wants what Jesus offers.
Whether you’re a longtime believer from any denomination or just beginning to explore Jesus, we offer a respectful, engaging environment for growth.
If that sounds like community you’re looking for, we’d love to meet you!
Below is a little more about our motives and methods. Additional details can be found throughout this website.
Our “why?” is good.
God’s Word guides all we do.
The biblical beliefs and values that inform how we operate are shared right here.
“Freely you received; freely give.” — Matt. 10:8
“As you come to Jesus, the living stone… you are as living stones being built as a spiritual house (not a building) into a holy priesthood (community of believers).” — 1 Peter 2:4-5
“When you come together, each of you has a song, a teaching, a special insight God has given.” — 1 Corinthians 14:26
We offer encouraging community for living your potential in Christ.
We believe Jesus is willing to meet people where they are and guide them in meaningful lives that benefit others.
You will be treated with respect here.
We remember that in Christ, God sees a person’s potential and does not define anyone by past mistakes.
We support growth in the life Christ offers.
“Anyone in Christ is a new creation. The old has passed away.” — 2 Corinthians 5:17
“He refreshes my life and guides me along right paths.” — Psalm 23:3
We realize God lifts people like eagles but commercial religion and self-serving institutions don’t.
The Bible has a wonderful story about God’s relationship with you — one that Institutionalized commercial religion often complicates or obscures.
(sample responses to the Focus on the Family broadcast, 'Why Christians Are Leaving the Faith’.)
“You go to any ‘church’ and it’s basically the same set up. It is nothing like the first century gathering… The preacher says his sermon it’s all monologue, there is no dialogue, no edifying one another… no building up of one another, no praying for one another… no participation.”
“Where is the one anothering?”
Here are seven ways we operate as Christ’s Church instead of commercial religion or hierarchical instruction.
If community for exploring Who God is, What He offers, and Why you are valuable to Him and your world sounds good, let’s team up and help each other follow Jesus!
“Encourage and build one another up.” — 1 Thessalonians 5:11
Let’s gather and support each other!
2nd and 4th Sundays; 5:30-6:30 pm!
551 Commerce Parkway, Suite 200
Woodstock, GA 30189
Hosted at: Encompass Ministries
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