Statement of Faith
We hold that the Bible, the Holy Word of a Holy God, was not only free from error in the originals, but also we believe God in His Singular providential care has KEPT HIS WORD all through the ages, right down to the present day as found in the King James Version. We consider this our final and absolute authority, above and beyond all other authorities on earth.
God is one, eternally existing in three persons: Father, Son and Holy Spirit, who are infinite in glory, wisdom, holiness, justice, power and love.
Jesus Christ is true man and God, who in His incarnation was conceived of the Holy Spirit and born of the virgin, Mary. In His earthly ministry He lived a sinless life, performed miracles, and died on the cross as a sacrifice for our sins according to the Scriptures. By the power of God, He was raised from the dead in the same body now glorified. He ascended into Heaven where, at the right hand of God, He continually makes intercession for us.
The Holy Spirit is co-equal with the Father and the Son; regenerates the believing sinner; indwells, guides, instructs and empowers the believer for Godly living and service; comforts the children of God. The Holy Spirit guides and gives power to the church, the body of Christ, to fulfill the Great Commission, and convicts the world of sin, righteousness, and judgment.
Man was created in the image and likeness of God; but through the sin of Adam, man fell into sin and is, therefore, lost apart from Christ. Except a man be born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God.
Salvation is the gift of God and includes the forgiveness of sins, the imputation of the Righteousness of Jesus Christ, and the gift of eternal life. Union with the triune God provides all blessings in this life and the life hereafter. Salvation is received by grace through faith alone, apart from all good works and merit.
The church is composed of all those regenerated by the Spirit of God by whom they have been baptized into one body of whom Christ is the head. The purpose of the church is to witness concerning Jesus Christ according to the Scriptures, and to preach the Gospel among all nations.
Jesus Christ will come again to receive unto Himself those who believe in Him, that where He is, they may be also. He will come again personally and visibly to establish His kingdom.
The resurrection of the believers will be unto eternal glory, and the resurrection of the unbelievers will be unto eternal punishment.
Christian Warriors Ethos
" The worldly soldier is commanded from without, while the Christian warrior is commanded from within. Salah"
(based on Romans 8:6)
Keep the Faith, Walk in the light.
Honesty and Justice
For the Christian Warrior, honesty is more than to be acutely honest in your dealings with all people. He respects the power of thoughts, and words. He understands that these precede actions and consequences. God Almighty created the the heavens and the earth with the word. Christ himself is know as the Word. The Greek word is Logos. Jesus, the Word made flesh, the Word manifested. He also knows that as Gods child born again in Christ, he is a profoundly powerful, creative, and responsible being. He does not promise or swear, for to say it plainly is the same. He believes in justice, not in others (which is beyond his control), but in God and himself. He respects his influence on all around him. To the true Christian warrior, there are no shades of gray as pertains to honesty and justice. There is only right and wrong. That which is blessed and that which is accursed, judged by God, with His intent, for His perfect purpose. What the Christian warrior thinks, says, and does, not only effect how he and others live, is not just a reflection of himself and his family, but also, a reflection of his willingness to honor and obey his heavenly father who gave so much, Christ his namesake the faithful one, and the Holy Spirit his guide and comforter.
Courtesy
The Christian warrior is grateful and kind, he loves and reverences God, loves and respects his neighbors, and himself. He does not need to prove his strength or power. The Christian warrior is courteous at all times. He is not just respected for his ability in battle, but for his dealings with others. The true strength of his character becomes apparent during times of testing.
Courage and Faith
The Christian warrior is not his own. He is bought with a high price indeed. The blood of our dear Lord and Savior, the only begotten Son of God, Jesus the Christ. He is God Almighty's to protect and keep. As such he does not take foolish chances and tempt the Lord, but is at liberty from fear to do what is right and necessary. He trusts God fully in small matters as well as in great. As such he is free to pray, hope and act with full confidence.
Mercy
The Christian Warrior knows that, were it not but for the grace of God, he would be condemned and with out hope. And as such is faithful to extend mercy where ever he can. He remembers where he came from.
Service and Sacrifice
Every action has a cost. A cost that someone must pay. The Christian warrior knows this well, and knows that to act in the interest of others is a reflection of the Saviors love and faithfulness. As such he prays to love God with all of his heart, mind and soul, and his neighbor as himself.
Ozarks Christian Martial Arts's Details
Status:
Married
Here for:
Networking, Friends
Orientation:
Straight
Hometown:
Springfield Missouri
Religion:
Christian - other
Zodiac Sign:
Pisces
Smoke / Drink:
No / No
Children:
Proud parent
Education:
Some college
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Welcome!
We are a Christ centered ministry located at the heart of the Ozarks in beautiful Springfield Missouri. Our mission is four fold;
1. To witness well the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
2. To equip believers with the faith and skills necessary to defend themselves and their loved ones.
3. To encourage and strengthen individual Christian believers in their relationship with God, and their neighbor, promoting good Christian character, discipline , and citizenship.
4. To strengthen, reinforce and affirm the local, Bible believing, born again congregations through our work with their adults and youth.
The Spiritual combative techniques we teach are Christian; prayer, Bible study, fellowship, and service with a emphasis on winning the lost.
The physical combative techniques O.C.M.A. teach are Basic and Advanced Combatives and Sport Mixed Martial Arts. The reality based combatives portions are an eclectic and intelligently integrated blend of Aikido and Jujitsu throwing and grappling, American, Thai, Korean and Filipino striking, and Filipino Eskrima weapons methods. O.C.M.A.'s Sport Mixed Martial Arts Program is intelligently designed for competitive one on one sport MMA.
The style of training is in the classical tradition. Belts are awarded as one passes through the curriculum with ability and retention.
All are welcome, and treated with dignity and respect. "Come grow with us."
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