The Gospel Changes Everything
In Romans 1:16, Paul proclaims, “For I am not ashamed of the Gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, to the Jew first and also to the Greek.” This declaration captures the heart of Time to Revive and is embodied in the creed below, known as “The Fellowship of the Unashamed.” Believed to have been found among the belongings of a young pastor in Zimbabwe who was martyred for his faith, this creed stands as a testament to unwavering courage and a call for all believers to live boldly for the Gospel.
The Fellowship of the Unashamed
I’m part of the fellowship of the unashamed. The die has been cast, I have stepped over the line. The decision has been made—I’m a disciple of Jesus Christ. I won’t look back, let up, slow down, back away or be still.
My past is redeemed, my present makes sense, my future is secure. I’m finished and done with low living, sight walking, smooth knees, colorless dreams, tamed vision, worldly talking, cheap giving and dwarfed goals.
My face is set, my gait is fast, my goal is heaven, my road is narrow, my way is rough, my companions are few, my guide is reliable, my mission is clear. I won’t give up, shut up, let up until I have stayed up, stored up, prayed up for the cause of Jesus Christ.
I must go till He comes, give till I drop, preach till everyone knows, work till He stops me, and when He comes for His own, He will have no trouble recognizing me because My banner will have been clear.
Statement of Faith
There is one God in three persons: God the Father, Jesus the Son, and the Holy Spirit.
John 14:15-18
God is revealed in the Holy Word, the Bible. The words of the Bible are powerful, transformative, and true.
Hebrews 4:12, II Timothy 3:16-17
The Word declares that God created all things and that humanity was made in God’s likeness.
Genesis 1:1, 1:26, Colossians 1:16
Humanity chose to rebel against God, and this choice ushered in a curse of sin upon humanity and destruction on the world.
Genesis 3
God did not abandon humanity, but instead He sent Jesus into the world to save humanity from the curse.
John 3:16-17
Jesus died on the cross to offer the rescue from the curse.
Colossians 1:19-20
Humanity’s curse and punishment became His, though He was innocent.
Isaiah 53:3-9, Galatians 3:13-14
Jesus was buried and His followers mourned, but on the third day, He rose up from death in victory.
Luke 24:1-7
Those who believe in Jesus are members of His eternal kingdom.
John 10:27-28, Hebrews 12:28
Jesus now dwells with God in heaven, sitting at His right hand, having sent His Holy Spirit into the world.
Hebrews 10:12, John 14:12-18
The Holy Spirit now works in humanity through those who believe by faith, revealing God’s truth and direction.
John 16:13-14
The Holy Spirit now seals us in God’s love and promise of eternal life.
Ephesians 1:13-14, II Corinthians 1:21-22, Romans 5:5
The work of the Holy Spirit empowers individuals and the corporate Church.
Acts 1:8
The work of the Holy Spirit perfects and frees believers to become more like Christ.
Titus 3:4-6, Galatians 5:22-26
The Holy Spirit gives believers gifts with which to reveal the Truth.
Romans 1:16-17
The followers of Jesus have a message of hope to share.
I Corinthians 12:4-11
As followers of Jesus live as disciples, they ought to lead and disciple others to God.
Matthew 5:16, II Timothy 4:1-2
God is the giver of life.
Genesis 2:7, Romans 4:17, I Timothy 6:13
Revival is necessary to those who do not exhibit life and active faith.
Psalm 119:25
Revival awakens them to the living truth and the presence of God.
Isaiah 60:1-2, John 1:1-5, Psalm 140:13
Jesus will return soon to judge the living and the dead.
Revelation 22:7, I Peter 4:5
Those judged righteous by faith will inherit a new, perfect kingdom.
Revelation
Those who chose not to put faith in Jesus will be separated from Him.
Revelation 20:12-15