Living on the Edge Church is a non-denominational, Pentecostal church. This designation signifies its independent operation and its adherence to specific charismatic beliefs and practices.
Understanding Living on the Edge Church's Denomination
The church identifies as non-denominational, meaning it operates autonomously without formal affiliation or governance by a larger denominational body such as Baptist, Methodist, or Catholic. As a Pentecostal church, it emphasizes the experience of the Holy Spirit and the manifestation of spiritual gifts.
Core Beliefs and Practices
The foundational beliefs of Living on the Edge Church guide its ministry and community life. These tenets align with typical Pentecostal theology while maintaining a non-denominational structure. For a deeper understanding of their specific doctrines and mission, information is available on their official beliefs page.
Key aspects of their beliefs include:
- Biblical Authority: A firm belief in the entire Bible as the inspired and authoritative Word of God.
- Holy Spirit Empowerment:
- Baptism of the Holy Spirit: They believe in an empowering experience for believers that enables them for witness and service.
- Charismatic Expression: Open encouragement and practice of spiritual expressions, such as speaking in tongues, divine healing, and prophecy.
- Operation of Spiritual Gifts: Belief in the active demonstration and use of spiritual gifts in contemporary church life.
- Ministry Structure: Adherence to the concept of Five-Fold Ministry Offices, referring to the roles of apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers, as described in the New Testament.
- Divine Healing: A conviction in God's power to provide supernatural healing for physical, emotional, and spiritual ailments.
- Evangelistic Mission: The central purpose of the church is to spread the Gospel of Jesus to the world.
Denominational Characteristics at a Glance
| Denomination Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Non-Denominational | An independent church not affiliated with, nor governed by, a larger traditional church denomination or association. This allows for flexibility in doctrine and practice. |
| Pentecostal | A branch of Protestant Christianity emphasizing a direct, personal experience of God through the Baptism of the Holy Spirit. Characteristics often include charismatic worship, belief in spiritual gifts, and a focus on evangelism. |
This combination allows Living on the Edge Church to pursue its mission with theological distinctives rooted in Pentecostalism while maintaining organizational independence.
