Encounter God's Promise

About Encounter God's Promise

Our Foundation

Encounter God’s Promise was established in faithful obedience to God’s leading. Over the past 20+ years, I have personally experienced God’s unwavering faithfulness, which has instilled in me a profound desire to share His love and promises with others. As Romans 1:11-12 states, “I long to see you so that I may impart to you some spiritual gift to make you strong—that is, that you and I may be mutually encouraged by each other’s faith.”

Statement of Faith

We believe in a personal, triune God—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit—who desires a relationship with each of us. Jesus Christ, God’s Son, became human to reveal God’s heart and bring salvation to humanity through His life, death, and resurrection. Humanity, though created in God’s image, is broken by sin, requiring salvation that only Christ can provide. This salvation is a gift of grace, received through faith in Christ alone.

Christian living involves daily obedience to God, growing into Christ’s likeness through the transforming work of the Holy Spirit. We believe the church is the body of Christ, existing to glorify God and share His love and truth with the world. At Encounter God’s Promise, these beliefs shape every interaction and guide every step of the journey toward hope and healing.

Human Condition & God's Solution: The Promise

Humanity was intricately created by God in His image, designed to reflect His glory and live in perfect harmony with Him (Genesis 1:26-27). As beings composed of body, soul, and spirit (1 Thessalonians 5:23), every part of us was made for a relationship with God and alignment with His purposes. However, the pervasive condition of sin, inherited from Adam’s fall, has deeply affected every aspect of our being, resulting in spiritual separation from God, emotional pain, and physical brokenness (Romans 3:23). Sin distorts our identity, relationships, and ability to live as God intended, leaving humanity in desperate need of restoration and hope.

God, in His grace, offers a complete and transformative solution to this condition through His redemptive plan:

Salvation: Rescue from sin's penalty through faith in Jesus Christ, made possible by His sacrificial death and resurrection (Ephesians 2:8-9).
Justification: A legal declaration by God, where believers are made righteous through Christ's atonement, no longer condemned but fully accepted (Romans 3:24; 8:1).
Sanctification: The ongoing process by which believers are made holy, growing in Christlikeness through the power of the Holy Spirit and the renewing of the mind (Philippians 2:12-13; Romans 12:2).
Glorification: The ultimate restoration of body and soul in the presence of God, where sin, pain, and death will be no more (Romans 8:30; Revelation 21:4).

These steps reveal God’s multifaceted and transformative plan to bring healing, wholeness, and reconciliation. They realign us with our original design and purpose: to glorify God and enjoy Him forever. At Encounter God’s Promise, we embrace these biblical truths, offering a counseling approach that leads to lasting spiritual growth and transformation. Together, we will walk this journey, rooted in prayer and the unwavering truth of God’s Word (2 Timothy 3:16-17).

Training & Experience

Biblical Foundations and Ministry
Lorraine Thomas has dedicated her life to helping others find hope, healing, and transformation through the power of God’s Word. Her preparation includes:

Biblical Counseling Training: Lorraine has completed comprehensive coursework in Biblical counseling with the Association of Certified Biblical Counselors (ACBC), equipping her to apply Scriptural truth to spiritual, emotional, and relational challenges.
Issue-Focused Ministry Certification: As a certified Issue-Focused Minister through Restoring The Foundations (RTF), Lorraine specializes in guiding individuals through focused sessions that address life’s struggles with a Biblical approach.
Healing House Network Member: Lorraine actively serves in ministry, partnering with others to provide compassionate and Biblically grounded support.

A Lifetime of Ministry

Lorraine’s work is fueled by her deep love for God and His people. While her training and certifications are significant, her ministry is ultimately rooted in a calling to lead others to encounter God’s love and truth. She believes in the power of Scripture, prayer, and the Holy Spirit to bring lasting transformation and healing.

Approach to Healing

At Encounter God’s Promise, we offer counseling that is firmly grounded in biblical principles. Our approach focuses on spiritual growth and transformation through the application of God’s Word, prayer, and reliance on the Holy Spirit.