We are an non-denominational church with inter-denominational people. We believe that each believer is a contributing part of the body of Christ. Individual members of the family of God give their share because God equips everyone with something to offer to others. All are important in God’s eyes and all work together to establish His kingdom in the earth. (Romans 12:3-8, I Corinthians12:14-27)
The Vision of Abundant Life Christian Church
The vision of our church is based on the purpose statement of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, as outlined in John 10:10 (AMP), The thief comes only in order to steal, kill, and destroy. I come that they may have and enjoy life, and have it in abundance (to the full, till it overflows). We believe that God sent His only begotten Son to die for us and to redeem us from sin, and if we would accept Him as our Lord, we can live the abundant life in Christ.
The objective is to teach and preach the Word of God in a simplified and understandable way and to inspire men, women, teens and children to live a life that is pleasing to God. As a result of their obedience, each will experience the abundant life which includes peace of mind, harmony in relationships, health in their bodies, and financial prosperity (to the full, till it overflows). The overflow that is received will be shared with our loved ones, friends, neighbors, and communities.
The ministry will be multicultural, including all ethnic groups. This ministry will affect lives throughout the Golden Triangle, the state, and the entire nation. Our foundation will be based on love for one another, and we will grow like a family, where everyone feels like they are a part of the whole. Romans 12:5 say, “So we, being many, are one body in Christ, and every one members one of another.” (KJV) This ministry was established for the people, to serve the people. The church will be organized to meet the needs of everyone and to allow each person to discover his unique gift and purpose.
The church will have seven departments: Administration, Education, Media, Music, Outreach, Youth, and Support. Within these departments will be a number of auxiliaries that will meet the needs of the ministry. All auxiliaries will have standard operating procedures (SOP’s) to govern order and structure. This ministry will operate in a spirit of excellence and integrity which means that what we do for Christ must be done above the ordinary and in a superior manner.
Finally, this ministry will always show love and appreciation to every member and visitor. We will not allow envy, strife, and competitive jealousy to infiltrate and rob us of unity. We will guard ourselves against the tricks of the enemy and prove that the love of God can change a community, a city, a state, and a nation.
Craig M. Morris
Pastor, Abundant Life Christian Church
Craig and Daphnee Morris are both natives of Lowndes, County, MS. Pastor Morris was born the seventh of nine children to Robert and Sarah Morris. He graduated from Motley High School,Columbus, MS and attended Mississippi State University before marrying his high school sweetheart, Lady Daphnee. They have four children Whitney, Brittany, Charity and Craig Micah, one grandchild Marques and two son-n-laws Marquis and Antonio.
He joined the U. S. Army in 1987 and received an honorable discharge in 1999 at the rank of Chief Warrant Officer Two (CW2). He and Lady Daphnee started Little Angels Childcare Center in Lawton, OK which grew to be the largest center in the region. In May2003, he received his Bachelor of Business Administration from Cameron University, Lawton, OK.
In January 1991, he gave his life to Christ and began to serve the Lord. In 1992, he was ordained as deacon, in 1994 licensed to minister, and June 3, 2003 he became an ordained elder. In the nearly twenty years in ministry service, Pastor Morris has served in various positions of leadership in the church – Choir President; Chairman of Finance; Sunday School Superintendent; Head Deacon; Men Fellowship Leader;Praise and Worship Leader; Church Administrator; Pastor’s Armour Bearer;Marriage Ministry Leader; Elders Council Chairman; Board President for the Zoe Need Program; Special Event Coordinator; and Assistant Pastor.
In June 2008, he founded Abundant Life Christian Church, Columbus, MS, where he has discovered his God-given purpose to serve the people assigned to him.
Daphnee Morris is a native of Crawford, MS. She now reside in Starkville with her husband Pastor Craig Morris Sr and their four children Whitney, Brittany, Charity and little Craig Micah.
Daphnee accepted Christ as a child but it was not until 1987 when she made Him Lord of her life.
She was license as a minister in 2003 under the leadership of Pastor Sam Moyd. During this time she served in many capacities in the church; including children church ministry, associate minister, greeter, intercessor prayer, and marriage ministry. After faithfully serving she was ordained as an Elder in 2006.
Daphnee is now the First Lady of Abundant Life Christian Church where it is their endeavor to teach the people that God’s desire is for them to live life- to the full, in abundant, till it overflows.