Program Philosophy
Our Statement of Faith is:
From the bylaws of Grindstone Lake Bible Camp
Adopted March 17, 1981
1. We believe the entire Bible to be the inspired, the only infallible authoritative Word of God
and rule for faith and practice.
2. We believe that there is one God, eternally existent in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy
Spirit.
3. We believe in the deity of our Lord Jesus Christ, in His virgin birth, in His sinless life, in His
Miracles, in His vicarious atoning death through His shed blood, in His bodily resurrection, in
His ascension to the right hand of the Father, and in His personal return in power and glory.
4. We believe that the shed blood of Jesus Christ and His resurrection provide the only ground
for justification and salvation for all who believe and that only such as receive Jesus Christ are
born of the Holy Spirit, becoming children of God.
5. We believe that the ministry of the Holy Spirit is to glorify our Lord Jesus Christ and during
this age to convict men, regenerate the believing sinner, indwell, guide, instruct, and empower
the believer for godly living and service.
6. We believe in the bodily resurrection of the dead: of the believer to everlasting blessedness
and joy with the Lord; of the unbeliever to judgment and everlasting conscious punishment.
7. We believe in the spiritual unity of believers in our Lord Jesus Christ.
Our Purpose is
The purpose of this organization is to provide a camping program of a spiritual nature.
Derived from this purpose are the following correlated purposes:
-To reach the unbeliever for Christ;
-To help the believer to grow spiritually and socially;
-To create interest in missions, evangelism, and spiritual growth through Bible
teaching and Christian music;
-To further the cause of a Christian camping program through recreation and other
related activities;
-To strengthen the fellowship among the cooperating churches.
Derived from this purpose are the following correlated purposes:
-To reach the unbeliever for Christ;
-To help the believer to grow spiritually and socially;
-To create interest in missions, evangelism, and spiritual growth through Bible
teaching and Christian music;
-To further the cause of a Christian camping program through recreation and other
related activities;
-To strengthen the fellowship among the cooperating churches.
Our Main Objective is
To Preach the Gospel clearly, enthusiastically
“I am not ashamed of the gospel because it is the power of God for everyone who believes.”
(Romans 1:16-NIV) We want all campers to know that they have sinned against God and are
without hope except for his grace and mercy. Children should also know that Jesus Christ is the
divine Son of God and the only Savior of sinners. He paid the penalty for our sin, even though
he lived a perfect life. Through this divine act, God grants forgiveness of sins and gives sinners
the perfect righteousness of Christ. Children must understand that this great gift of love is
received by faith in Christ alone.
“I am not ashamed of the gospel because it is the power of God for everyone who believes.”
(Romans 1:16-NIV) We want all campers to know that they have sinned against God and are
without hope except for his grace and mercy. Children should also know that Jesus Christ is the
divine Son of God and the only Savior of sinners. He paid the penalty for our sin, even though
he lived a perfect life. Through this divine act, God grants forgiveness of sins and gives sinners
the perfect righteousness of Christ. Children must understand that this great gift of love is
received by faith in Christ alone.
Our Desire is
To know Him and be like Him
“to be conformed to the likeness of His Son” (Romans 8:29-NIV)
To love campers with His love
“May the Lord make your love increase and overflow for each other and for everyone else, just
as ours does for you.” (Thessalonians 3:12-NIV)
We Understand:
Our Power is in Him
“I pray also that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know “His
incomparably great power for us who believe. That power is like the working of His mighty
strength, which He exhorted in Christ, when He raised Him from the dead and seated Him at His
right hand in the heavenly realms, far above all rule and authority, power and dominion, and
every title that can be given, not only in the present age but also in the one to come.” (Ephesians
1:18-21-NIV)
Our Service is for Him and our reward is from Him
“Whatever you do, work at it with all of your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men, since
you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ
you are serving.” (Colossians 3:22-24 NIV)
“to be conformed to the likeness of His Son” (Romans 8:29-NIV)
To love campers with His love
“May the Lord make your love increase and overflow for each other and for everyone else, just
as ours does for you.” (Thessalonians 3:12-NIV)
We Understand:
Our Power is in Him
“I pray also that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know “His
incomparably great power for us who believe. That power is like the working of His mighty
strength, which He exhorted in Christ, when He raised Him from the dead and seated Him at His
right hand in the heavenly realms, far above all rule and authority, power and dominion, and
every title that can be given, not only in the present age but also in the one to come.” (Ephesians
1:18-21-NIV)
Our Service is for Him and our reward is from Him
“Whatever you do, work at it with all of your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men, since
you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ
you are serving.” (Colossians 3:22-24 NIV)
Our Attitude is
To be respectful of our denominational diversity.
Grindstone Lake Bible Camp is an evangelical organization called the GLBC Association.
Member churches represent the Evangelical Free Church of America, the Presbyterian Church of
America, the Presbyterian Church USA, the Baptist General Conference and Independent. It is
safe to say that campers come from a much broader background than these, such as no church,
Roman Catholic, Lutheran, Pentecostal, etc. GLBC takes no position on baptism or communion,
nor does it practice these ordinances. Furthermore, it takes no position on the particulars of
eschatology. It is also a non-charismatic ministry. GLBC exists to teach the fundamental basics
of gospel truth, call young people to repentance and faith in Jesus Christ, to teach the basics of
Christian living and trust the power of God's Word and Spirit to minister God's transformation
grace in the lives of sinners.
To keep the cost affordable, so that no one is turned away because of cost.
Our registration fees cover our staff and food costs which is about 60% our budget. Everything
else comes from donations or other income. Be thankful to many people who contribute to the
camp.
To model a lifestyle that is according to the message we proclaim.
“Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice.
And the God of peace will be with you.” (Philippians 4:9-NIV)
“For our gospel did not come to you simply with words, but also with power and the Holy Spirit
and with deep conviction; just as you know what kind of men we proved to be among you for
your sake.” (Thessalonians 1:5-NIV)
Our commitment is to live the “Christian Life” with integrity before them and to explain the
gospel with crystal clarity. Through this, it is our prayer that many will accept the gift, which
God has provided for them.
To be relentless about safety everywhere.
Be conscious of everyone in every area. Be aware of any possible dangerous situations. If you
are not sure, assume the worst. If we are not safe, we cannot operate.
Grindstone Lake Bible Camp is an evangelical organization called the GLBC Association.
Member churches represent the Evangelical Free Church of America, the Presbyterian Church of
America, the Presbyterian Church USA, the Baptist General Conference and Independent. It is
safe to say that campers come from a much broader background than these, such as no church,
Roman Catholic, Lutheran, Pentecostal, etc. GLBC takes no position on baptism or communion,
nor does it practice these ordinances. Furthermore, it takes no position on the particulars of
eschatology. It is also a non-charismatic ministry. GLBC exists to teach the fundamental basics
of gospel truth, call young people to repentance and faith in Jesus Christ, to teach the basics of
Christian living and trust the power of God's Word and Spirit to minister God's transformation
grace in the lives of sinners.
To keep the cost affordable, so that no one is turned away because of cost.
Our registration fees cover our staff and food costs which is about 60% our budget. Everything
else comes from donations or other income. Be thankful to many people who contribute to the
camp.
To model a lifestyle that is according to the message we proclaim.
“Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice.
And the God of peace will be with you.” (Philippians 4:9-NIV)
“For our gospel did not come to you simply with words, but also with power and the Holy Spirit
and with deep conviction; just as you know what kind of men we proved to be among you for
your sake.” (Thessalonians 1:5-NIV)
Our commitment is to live the “Christian Life” with integrity before them and to explain the
gospel with crystal clarity. Through this, it is our prayer that many will accept the gift, which
God has provided for them.
To be relentless about safety everywhere.
Be conscious of everyone in every area. Be aware of any possible dangerous situations. If you
are not sure, assume the worst. If we are not safe, we cannot operate.
