About Decker Prairie Church of Christ

Jesus is our Savior and the center of everything we do (1 John 4:14; John 8:12). He connects us to God and to the purpose we’ve been searching for, offering forgiveness and a love that holds us steady every day (John 3:16; Ephesians 3:19). In the middle of a hectic life, we find our anchor in Him (Colossians 3:4). He is the focus and guiding force in all we do (Philippians 1:21). We call ourselves disciples because He is our model, and we strive to live as He lived (1 Corinthians 11:1).

In a busy world full of noise and competing voices, the Bible is our guide (Psalm 119:105). It offers wisdom when life feels uncertain, comfort when we’re worn down, and clarity when nothing else seems to add up (Proverbs 3:5-6). Most importantly, it shows us the way to salvation and the life we were made for (Romans 1:16). Its truth is as relevant now as the day it was written. With so many opinions out there, we hold to the simple truth of Scripture, adding nothing and taking nothing away (Revelation 22:18-19). It is God’s unchanging Word, revealing His will for our lives (2 Timothy 3:16-17).

The pressure to have it all together can be exhausting. But God never meant for us to carry that weight alone; His grace lifts it off our shoulders. Forgiveness isn’t something we earn by being good enough. It’s a gift we receive through faith in Christ (Ephesians 2:8-9). This grace isn’t permission to stay the same; it moves us to grow and change (Titus 2:11-12). It leads us into a life of real purpose, devoted to serving Him (2 Corinthians 5:14-15).

Water baptism, by full immersion, is more than a symbol. It is how our sins are washed away (Acts 2:38; Acts 22:16). This sacred step marks the beginning of a new life in Christ (Romans 6:3-4). Baptism doesn’t save us as a good work we perform on our own; rather, it’s how we appeal to God for a clean conscience and salvation from our sins (1 Peter 3:21). It’s a vital part of receiving God’s saving grace and stepping into the life He has for us (Titus 3:5).

We strive to be a spiritual family, directly connected to the church Jesus Himself founded (Matthew 16:18). He is our only head, not any human or manmade organization (Ephesians 1:22-23; Colossians 1:18). Each congregation is independent, guided by its own leaders according to the Bible (Titus 1:5; 1 Peter 5:1-4). It’s a place where everyone has a part to play, united in growing closer to God and to one another (1 Corinthians 12:12-27).

We believe worship should be simple and sincere. When we gather, it’s about honoring God the way He desires (John 4:24) and encouraging one another toward love and good works (Hebrews 10:24). Like the early Christians, we sing a cappella from the heart (Ephesians 5:19), pray earnestly (1 Thessalonians 5:17), remember Christ through the Lord’s Supper (1 Corinthians 11:23-26), listen to God’s Word (2 Timothy 4:2), and give as we have been blessed (2 Corinthians 9:7).

We come to the Lord’s Supper with reverence, remembering the sacrifice Jesus made for us (1 Corinthians 11:23-26). Each Sunday we break bread and share the fruit of the vine, following the example of the early Christians (Acts 20:7). It’s far more than a ritual. It’s a meaningful moment to reflect, give thanks, and draw closer to God, grounded in the grace we’ve received through Christ (Matthew 26:26-28).