The History of
The Pursuit Church
Pastor Tom dreamed of planting a church that would be intentional about reaching people that no one else was reaching. With the help of his family and friends, The Pursuit held its first services on October 13, 2013, in an old strip club in downtown Minot. Over 100 people showed up on that first day to hear about the freedom that is found in Jesus Christ.
From the beginning, The Pursuit has focused on sharing the Gospel through simple and clear teaching, creating a welcoming environment for all people, and connecting people relationally to grow spiritually. Since the first service, the church has grown rapidly, quickly moving to multiple services and changing venues to accommodate the growth. What started as a few family and friends dreaming and praying in a living room has turned into 1,000+ people gathering to worship God at our weekly services.
Today, our vision has grown to see the Kingdom of God continue to expand across our state and beyond through opening up more locations and offering a dynamic online worship experience. We invite you to see for yourself what God is doing through The Pursuit and join our passion to see people's lives transformed by the power of the Gospel!
Our Mission
To lead North Dakota into a growing relationship with Jesus.
Our Vision
To create a space where everyone is welcome in hopes that all will come to know Jesus.
Our Values
People Matter
Every person was created by God in His image, and because of that every person has inherent value. You Matter!
Matthew 20:29-34
Bring the Mess
Come as you are! Jesus never required us to get our lives on track before we come to Him. He just says, "Come." Jesus is the one who transforms lives.
John 5:2-6
Do whatever it takes
Throughout scripture we see Christ's followers using whatever means short from sin to reach those far from God. We value doing whatever it takes to make Jesus known!
1 Corinthians 9:12-22 Matthew 16:24-25
Take Ownership
Kingdom work is not just for those in vocational ministry. As followers of Jesus, we are charged with being the church to those we encounter. Everyone has something to contribute.
Ephesians 4:1-15
Take Next Steps
No matter where you are on your faith journey, everyone has a spiritual next step! Come discover yours.
Matthew 28:19-20
Radical Generosity
Christ was the ultimate example of loving people radically. He went above and beyond with His generosity. Let's be radically generous with the time, talents and treasures He has given us.
Matthew 6:21 Luke 21:1-4
Our Beliefs
The Bible
Is God's story, divinely inspired, and without error. It is the primary authority on faith and living.
2 Timothy 3:16-17 | Hebrews 4:12 | 2 Peter 1:20-21
Salvation
Is a gift from God throughout Jesus' work on the cross. It gives freedom from sin and restores our broken lives, It is for all who choose to put thier faith in Christ. It is by grace alone, through faith alone, in Christ alone.
John 3:16-17, 14:6 | Romans 3:21-26, 5, 6:14 | Galatians 2:20-21 | Ephhesians 2:1-9, | 1 John 1:9
Repentance
Repentace is the commitment to turn away from sin in every area of our lives and to follow Christ. This allows us to recieve His redemption and to be regerated by the Holy Spirit. Thus, through repentance, we recieve forgiveness of sins and appropriate salvation.
Acts 2:21, 3:19 | 1 John 1:9
The Trinity
Is God existing in three persons - Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. These three persons exist in eternal relationship with one another.
Deuteronomy 6:4-5 | Matthew 3:16-17 | Matthew 28:19-20 | John 14:6-27 | 2 Corinthians 13:14 | Galatians 4:4-6
Jesus Christ
Is the God-man, both fully God and fully man. He was born of the virgin Mary and lived a sinless life on Earth. He became humanity's ultimate sacrifice by being crucified on the cross and paying our penalty for sin. Three days later he was resurrected from the dead and conquered death, opening the door for those who put their faith in Him to experience salvation.
Matthew 1:20-25 | Matthew 16:15-16 | Luke 1:26-35 | John 1:1-8 | Acts 2:22-36 | Romans 8:3,32-34 | Galatians 4:4-5 | Philippians 2:5-11 | Colossians 1:12-22 | Hebrews 1:1-5, 7:22-28, 9:24-28 | 1 John 4:15
The Holy Spirit
Is the ever-present and active presence of God in the world. It is the spirit that regenerates those who repent and believe. It is the spirit that empowers followers of Jesus. It is the spirit that guides people into truth, and it is the spirit that convicts us of our sins.
John 14:15-18, 16:7-15 | Acts 15:8-9 | Romans 8:1-27 | 2 Thessalonians 2:13 | 1 John 3:24
Gift of The Holy Spirit
The Holy Spirit is manifested through a variety of spiritual gifts to build and sactify the church, demonstrate the validity of the resurrection, and confirm the power of the Gospel. The Bible lists of these gifts are not necessarily exhaustive, and the gifts may occur in various combinations. All believers are commanded to earnestly desire the manifestation of the gifts in thier lives. These gifts always operate in harmony with the scriptures and should never be used in violation of bibical parameters.
Romans 1:11, 12:4-8 | 1 Corinthians 12:1-31, 14:1-40 | Ephesians 4 :16 | 1 Timothy 4:14 | 2 Timothy 1:6-7 | Hebrews 2:4 | 1 Peter 4:10
Sanctification
A Christ-follower becomes sanctified through the ongoing process of yeilding to God's Word and His spirit in order to complete the development of Christ's character in us. It is through the present ministry of the Holy Spirit and the Word of God that the Christian is enabled to live a godly life.
Romans 8:29, 12:1-2 | 2 Corinthians 3:18, 6:14-18 | 1 Thessalonians 4:3 | 2 Thessalonians 2:1-3 | Hebrews 2:11
The Church
Has the mission of continuing the redemptive work of Christ in all places, at all times and in all cultures. It is not a building. It has no walls and knows no boundaries, It is men, women, and children who follow Jesus and share in His mission. It is a community commited to the cause of Christ.
Jeremiah 29 :4-7 | Matthew 22:34-40 | Matthew 28: 16-20 | Acts 2:42-47 | Romans 12:3-8 | 1 Corinthians 4: 12-14 | 1 Corinthians 9:19-23
Second Coming
Jesus Christ will physically and visibly return to Earth for the second time to establish His Kingdom. This will occur at a date undisclosed by the scriptures
Matthew 24:30, 26:63-64 | Acts 1:9-11 | 1 Thessalonians 4:15-17 | 2 Thessalonians 1:7-8 | Revelation 1:7
Heaven
Heaven is the eternal dwelling place all believers in the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Matthew 5:3, 5:12, 5:20, 6:20, 19:21, 25:34 | John 17:24 | 2 Corinthians 5:1 | Hebrews 11:16 | 1 Peter 1:4
Hell
After living one's life on Earth, the unbelievers will be judged by God and sent to Hell where they will be eternally tormented with the devil and the fallen angels.
Matthew 25:41 | Mark 9:43-48 | Hebrews 9:27 | Revelation 14:9-11, 20:12-15