About Our Church
Living Hope Fellowship is a new church meeting in the Farmington area. We began meeting in April of 2024 under the conviction that God brought us together to glorify Jesus by making and maturing disciples in NWA and beyond. We believe that God is most glorified in Jesus and that living hope is found exclusively in Him.
We are a simple church for those who want to follow Jesus. We are committed to the truth of Scripture, keeping Jesus the main thing, and helping each other to follow Jesus. We are a Baptist church that is affiliated with the Southern Baptist Convention.
At Living Hope Fellowship, we are confident that you will find welcoming people who will help you in your spiritual journey. Whether you are considering the claims of Jesus or looking for a new church home, we invite you to be our guest.
Our Mission & Vision
Core Distinctives
We are a simple church for those who want to follow Jesus. We are…
Built upon the Bible
At Living Hope Fellowship, we have a high view of the Bible. We truly believe that the entire Bible is the Word of God. And because it is the Word of God, the Bible is the source for what we believe and how we are to live. In every environment of our church, we will seek to teach the Bible with conviction and clarity.
For you have exalted above all things your name and your word. (Ps. 138:2)
Centered on the gospel
At the center of the Bible is the story of Jesus. The gospel is the good news that Jesus is the eternal Son of God who came to earth, lived the perfect life and died in our place and for our sins. He was raised from the dead and is in heaven awaiting His glorious return. Through the gospel message, God brings about new life in Christ and matures us in Him. In every environment of our church, we will stay centered on the good news of Jesus.
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. (Ro. 1:16)
Committed to discipleship
At the center of the Christian life is discipleship. Every Christian is a disciple of Jesus, someone who follows Him, is becoming more like Him, and lives for His mission. We are commanded to follow Jesus, not just individually, but also corporately. The local church is the place where we help each other follow Jesus. In every environment of our church, we will be committed to following Jesus.
And he said to all, “If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow me.” (Lk. 9:23)
Our Beliefs
We are a simple church for those who want to follow Jesus. We are committed to the truth of Scripture, keeping Jesus the main thing, and helping each other to follow Jesus. We are a Baptist church that is affiliated with the Southern Baptist Convention.
You can view our full beliefs by clicking the link below:
Baptist Faith & Message 2000
Leaders
Pastor Derek has been in pastoral ministry for 18 years, having served in church plants and established churches in Missouri and Arkansas. He desires to see lives transformed by the power of the gospel for the glory of Jesus Christ. He is committed to advancing the Kingdom of God through the faithful exposition of God’s Word, by creating a culture of discipleship, and by keeping the gospel central in every aspect of the church.
He has been married to Christy for 28 years and they have three children.