About | Burning Bush International Ministries

Get to Know the Heart of Burning Bush

About BBIM

Bible-Based
& Spirit-Led

We are a bible believing and teaching church that teaches Holy living.

Growing
in Grace

We are not perfect people but we are people who have experienced the love and grace of God and have committed to growing as disciples of Jesus Christ.

United
in Christ

We focus on what unifies us as a church.

Connected
& Covered

We are apart of the Church of God In Christ, and our leader Bishop Don W. Shelby Jr. serves as the Jurisdictional Prelate of Michigan Southwest Fifth Jurisdiction.

A Church on Fire with Compassion, Purpose, and Faith

DEMONSTRATE THE LOVE OF GOD TO ALL PEOPLE

Burning Bush Church of God in Christ is a vibrant and dynamic congregation located in Westland, MI. Led by Bishop Don W. Shelby Jr., the church is known for its passionate worship services, strong sense of community, and commitment to serving others.

The church takes its name from the biblical story of the burning bush, symbolizing the presence of God, resilient faith and the call to commit and serve God faithfully. Members of Burning Bush Church of God in Christ are dedicated to living out their faith in practical ways, reaching out to those in need and sharing the message of hope and redemption.

The church offers a variety of ministries and programs to meet the spiritual, emotional, and practical needs of its members and the surrounding community. From worship services, to bible studies to outreach initiatives and community events. Burning Bush Church of God in Christ is a place where individuals can grow in their faith, connect with others, and make a difference in the world.

Overall, Burning Bush Church is a congregation that seeks to embody the love of Christ in all that they do. It is a place where people from all walks of life can come together to worship, learn, and serve, united by their shared commitment to following Jesus and making a positive impact in the community.

BBIM exists to help broken people know God, find freedom, discover their purpose, and make a difference for God’s glory.

We are a purpose-driven church, which means we’re driven by God’s eternal purposes rather than by tradition, buildings, budget, or culture.

What We Believe. How We Live.

Our ministry is built on these foundational principles.

These principles reflect the heart of who we are and guide everything we do. Rooted in Scripture and empowered by the Holy Spirit, they shape our worship, our service, our outreach, and our daily walk with Christ. They are not just values we believe in—they are truths we live by.

The Heartbeat of Our Ministry and Mission

Core Values

Jesus first! We trust His Word, follow His lead, and honor Him above all.
We start small and think big. We go all in with a risk-taking faith.
We are driven by purpose, not by programs, culture, buildings, nor budgets.
We keep it real and fight against sin. We live and lead with authenticity.
Everybody belongs. We care about the heart, not the skin, the clothes, nor the past.
We are creative – with a broad approach to marketing, advertising and our overall worship experience.
We grow larger in number without sacrificing relationships.
We are a structured, yet spirit-led ministry where high-praise and glory-filled worship are the staples of our church.
We partner with the community and organizations to make a greater impact.

Our Biblical Foundation and Doctrinal Beliefs

Statement of Faith

We believe the Bible to be the inspired and only infallible written Word of God.
We believe that there is only One God, eternally existent in three persons: God the Father, God the Son and, God the Holy Spirit.
We believe in the blessed Hope, which is the rapture of the Church of God, which is in Christ, at His return.
We believe that the only means of being cleansed from sin is through repentance and faith in the precious Blood of Jesus Christ.
We believe that regeneration by the Holy Ghost is absolutely essential for personal salvation.
We believe that the redemptive work of Christ on the Cross provides healing for the human body in answer to believing prayer.
We believe that the Baptism of the Holy Spirit, according to Acts 2:4, is given to believers who ask for it.
We believe in the sanctifying power of the Holy Spirit, by who’s indwelling the Christian is enabled to live a holy and separated life in this present world