Membership



But God has combined the members of the body and has given greater honor to the parts that lacked it, so that there should be no division in the body, but that its parts should have equal concern for each other. 1 Corinthians 12:24

At Zeal Gospel Church being a member is can help during marriage, funeral, education, child dedications and emergencies. In Zeal Gospel Church, we believe in Jesus; and as a church, we commit to learn the Word of God, to worship Him, to follow His teaching, to spread His Word and to fellowship and grow with other members. When you decide to become a member, you reaffirm your commitment not just to God but also to the church and in this way are accountable to the commitment, fellowship and belonging. We the members work together as one family, to support one another; through constant encouragement, motivation, guidance, development and most importantly, through sharing the love of Jesus.

How Do I Become a Member?

To become a member of Zeal Gospel Church you need to meet the following criteria:
  • Adult baptism in water by immersion.
  • Live an evidently consistent Christian life. (Romans 6:4; 8:1-4; 13:13, 14. Ephesians 4:17-32; 5:1, 2, 15; 1 John 1:6,7)
  • A willingness to contribute to the Life of your Church by giving your time/talents/treasures.
  • Regular attendance of Services for a period of at least three consecutive months.
  • Agreement to being governed by the bylaws Zeal Gospel Church.

What Does it mean to be a Member?

The difference between attending a Church or being its member can be summed up in one word – COMMITMENT (commitment to serve).

The more like Christ you are willing to become, the more you will be committed to serve. Being like Christ means you will be more faithful to your commitment and service to God (through the Church).

Church membership identifies our family of believers who can be counted on, in our attempt to fulfill Gods purpose in our lives.