Gravel Hill Baptist Church
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For Christ · For Our Communities · For the Gospel

Salt & Light

“You are the salt of the earth… You are the light of the world.”

Matthew 5:13–16

Our Mission

To lovingly reach, support, counsel, and hold accountable those serving in public office throughout our city, county, and state for the good of our communities and for the glory of Christ.

We desire to see public policy increasingly conform to the revealed will of God as found in Scripture while faithfully proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

Matthew 7:12 Matthew 28:18–20 Mark 12:31

Our Core Ministry

Pray

We pray continually for:

  • Elected officials
  • Their families
  • Godly wisdom and courage
  • Biblical justice in our communities
  • Revival among citizens
1 Timothy 2:1–2

“I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people—for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness.”

Vote

We seek to mobilize every Christian to vote in every election.

“Blessed is the nation whose God is the LORD.”

Psalm 33:12

Engage

We faithfully engage by:

  • Attending City Council meetings
  • Attending School Board meetings
  • Attending County Quorum Court meetings
  • Following the Arkansas Legislative Session
  • Building relationships with officials
  • Writing, calling, and meeting with leaders
  • Encouraging faithfulness to biblical principles
  • Praying with officials
  • Sharing the Gospel with the lost

Our Vision

Seeking God for Reformation & Revival in Our City, County, and State

Short-Term Goals

Train

Equip believers with:

  • A robust biblical worldview
  • Biblical political theology
  • An understanding of local and state government
  • Practical ways to serve through voting, advocacy, and public office

Mural

Promote a public biblical worldview message in downtown Benton centered on our refrain:

“All of life is for the glory of Christ and the spread of the gospel.”

City

Pray and work toward local leadership that governs with integrity and honors biblical principles despite cultural pressure or political popularity.

State

Encourage our leaders toward policies consistent with biblical teaching, including:

  • Public acknowledgment of Jesus Christ and the Triune God
  • Legal protections for unborn children
  • Policies regarding public promotion of sexuality and gender that reflect biblical convictions
  • Policies regarding Islam and Sharia that reflect biblical principles

Long-Term Vision

As the Lord leads, we will continue pursuing faithful ministry, Gospel proclamation, discipleship, and civic engagement for His glory.

Our Commitment

We believe every sphere of life belongs to Jesus Christ. We are committed to:

Prayer
Discipleship
Gospel Proclamation
Faithful Citizenship
Loving Our Neighbors
Speaking Truth With Grace