How it all started...
HISTORY
In the summer of 2013, Edward was led, through personal study in the book of Jeremiah, to begin to pray about how to reach those that (a) really want to study and know the Word of God in a way that transforms their life and family (b) have been uninterested, given up or have been turned off by traditional church.
Since our first service on September 8, 2013 to now, God has continuously provided for this ministry.
In the summer of 2013, Edward was led, through personal study in the book of Jeremiah, to begin to pray about how to reach those that (a) really want to study and know the Word of God in a way that transforms their life and family (b) have been uninterested, given up or have been turned off by traditional church.
Since our first service on September 8, 2013 to now, God has continuously provided for this ministry.
WHAT DOES THE LONGVIEW NAME MEAN?
We see life clearly and narrowly in one direction like looking through a peep hole. But, God alone understands the purpose of our painful, shameful, confusing past, or the questions of our present circumstance and the worry of our future. Therefore, the LongView name is really a summary of our purpose and existence as a ministry to share the hope and encouragement of the longer, broader perspective of God.
Past: Jeremiah 1:5 "Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, And before you were born I consecrated you; I have appointed you a prophet to the nations."
Present: Jeremiah 1:17 But you, dress yourself for work; arise, and say to them everything that I command you. Do not be dismayed by them, lest I dismay you before them.
Future: Jeremiah 29:11 For I know the plans I have for you, declares The Lord, plans for peace and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.
We see life clearly and narrowly in one direction like looking through a peep hole. But, God alone understands the purpose of our painful, shameful, confusing past, or the questions of our present circumstance and the worry of our future. Therefore, the LongView name is really a summary of our purpose and existence as a ministry to share the hope and encouragement of the longer, broader perspective of God.
Past: Jeremiah 1:5 "Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, And before you were born I consecrated you; I have appointed you a prophet to the nations."
Present: Jeremiah 1:17 But you, dress yourself for work; arise, and say to them everything that I command you. Do not be dismayed by them, lest I dismay you before them.
Future: Jeremiah 29:11 For I know the plans I have for you, declares The Lord, plans for peace and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.
Expanding the vision...
Pastor Edward C. Lee
Edward is the founder and senior pastor of LongView Bible Church, additionally he is the founder of Elevate Your Marriage, a ministry to give engaged and married Christian couples a renewed foundation in Christ. Edward has been blessed to share the truth and love of Christ through preaching, writing and marriage conferences throughout the United States and on a few special occasions in Ghana and Turin, Italy. Above all, Edward loves to spend time with his wife, Kimber and son, Connor.
Edward is the founder and senior pastor of LongView Bible Church, additionally he is the founder of Elevate Your Marriage, a ministry to give engaged and married Christian couples a renewed foundation in Christ. Edward has been blessed to share the truth and love of Christ through preaching, writing and marriage conferences throughout the United States and on a few special occasions in Ghana and Turin, Italy. Above all, Edward loves to spend time with his wife, Kimber and son, Connor.
How to become a member...
Join us for our next quarterly New Members Class. During the new members class, we will share the vision, values, doctrines of LongView that the church was founded upon and continue to hold to.
Lastly, if you also desire to be baptized you will be invited to a one hour baptism class prior to our next baptism.
We are praying with and for you!
1. Our service will last about 90 minutes
2. We believe that giving is a personal relationship with God. Give a tithe or offering according to how God has blessed you.
3. Our Sunday message will shine the truth of the Bible on the reality of your life.
4. We celebrate communion every 1st Sunday.
5. Our weekly church bulletin includes detailed sermon notes and a daily devotional to coincide with the Sunday message.
6. We encourage you to download "The Church App" for either your iOS device or your Android device. Both are free and available through your app device Play Store or Google Play.
Lastly, if you also desire to be baptized you will be invited to a one hour baptism class prior to our next baptism.
We are praying with and for you!
1. Our service will last about 90 minutes
2. We believe that giving is a personal relationship with God. Give a tithe or offering according to how God has blessed you.
3. Our Sunday message will shine the truth of the Bible on the reality of your life.
4. We celebrate communion every 1st Sunday.
5. Our weekly church bulletin includes detailed sermon notes and a daily devotional to coincide with the Sunday message.
6. We encourage you to download "The Church App" for either your iOS device or your Android device. Both are free and available through your app device Play Store or Google Play.
