Discovery is a non-denominational church with roots in the Restoration Movement. We are a diverse community that focuses on our mission, while creating space for questions, doubts, and conversation. However, we agree whole-heartedly on the centrality of Jesus, the authority of Scripture, and the practices of Communion and Baptism.
About the Bible
We believe that the Bible is the inspired Word of God, is without error, gives us direction for life and eternity, and is the final authority for all Christian faith and life (2 Timothy 3:16-17; 2 Peter 1:20-21; Psalm 119:105; Romans 15:4).
About God
We believe in one God, Creator of all things, infinitely perfect and eternally existing in three persons: Father, Son and Holy Spirit (Deuteronomy 6:4; Genesis 1:2; Matthew 28:19).
About Jesus
We believe that Jesus is both fully God and fully man. Jesus lived a sinless life, died on the cross as a sacrifice for our sins, physically arose from the grave and ascended to heaven where he is a representative to God on our behalf. (1 Corinthians 15:1-8 & John 3:16) The forgiveness of sins and the promise of eternal life are available to those who trust Jesus as Savior and King. (John 3:16) Those accepting Jesus as King should repent of sin, confess their faith, and be baptized. (Romans 10:9 & Acts 2:38) One day Jesus will return to earth as our victorious King (John 1:1; Colossians 1:16, 17; Matthew 1:18-25; Romans 5:8; 1 Corinthians 15:12; Acts 1:9)
About the Holy Spirit
We believe that the ministry of the Holy Spirit is to convict, challenge, reside in, guide, instruct and empower every Jesus-follower for godly living and service
(John 16:7-11; John 3:3-5; Romans 8:9; John 14:26; Galatians 5:16-22).
About Us
We believe that people were created in the image of God and called very good (Genesis 1:26-27), but rebelled against God and are separated from him by sin. Faith in Jesus, based on his death and resurrection, is the only way for us to be reconciled back to God. By God's grace, eternal life is available to everyone who embraces faith in Jesus. (Romans 8:10-11, Daniel 12:2, John 6:47, Acts 4:12, Romans 3:23, 1 John 1:7)
About Baptism and Communion
We believe that baptism (by immersion) and communion (the Lord’s Supper) are symbols of faith in Jesus and that they are to be practiced by the church
(Acts 2:38; Matthew 28:19, 20; 1 Corinthians 11:23-32).
About the Church
We believe that the church is composed of people from all walks of life who have entrusted themselves to God as followers of Jesus. It is the mission of the church to help build the Kingdom of God by sharing the good news of Jesus with everyone. (1 Corinthians 12:12-13; Acts 6:1-7; Acts 15:23). The Church is empowered by the Holy Spirit to be an authentic community of faith, hope, and love here on earth (Ephesians 4:1-16).
Additional Clarity
In our context we have found it important to be clear and up front about three critical social issues: At Discovery we are inclusive of women, people of color, and people who identify with the queer community at every level of leadership and participation in the church. We are not an “anything goes” community. Our leadership seeks to exemplify the fruit of the spirit (Galatians 5:22-25) and a deep alignment and commitment to the mission, vision, and values of Discovery. Our aim is not to be “relevant” to culture, but we believe the removal of these societal barriers is central to our mission of discovering and rediscovering the good news of Jesus together (see Ephesians 2:11-22). It is difficult to accomplish this mission together, if we are not actually together!
Questions? Email ELDERS@discoverydavis.org