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Core Values
Value 1
We believe that individual lives and, therefore, the church
are transformed primarily by anointed teaching, preaching, and
worship. This includes the concept of teaching for life change
(Romans 12:7; 2 Timothy 3:16-17; James 1:23-25).
Value 2
We believe that lost people matter to God and, therefore,
ought to matter to the church. This includes the concepts of
relational evangelism and evangelism as a process (Luke 5:30-32;
Luke 15; Matthew 18:14).
Value 3
We believe that the church should be culturally relevant
while remaining doctrinally pure. This includes the concept of
sensitively relating the gospel to our culture through our facility,
printed materials, and use of the arts (1 Corinthians 9:19-23).
Value 4
We believe that the pursuit of full devotion to Christ and
His cause fulfills the Biblical concept of holiness and is normal
for every believer. This includes the Biblical concepts of holiness,
authenticity, character, and wholeness (Ephesians 4:25-26, 32;
Hebrews 12:1; Philippians 1:6).
Value 5
We believe that a church should operate as a unified community
of servants with all men and women stewarding their spiritual
gifts. This includes the concepts of unity, servanthood, spiritual
gifts and ministry callings (1 Corinthians 12 & 14; Romans
12; Ephesians 4; Psalm 133:1).
Value 6
We believe that loving relationships should permeate every
aspect of church life. This includes the concepts of love-driven
ministry, ministry accomplished in teams, care groups and relationship
building (1 Corinthians 13; Nehemiah 3; Luke 10:1; John 13:34-35).
Value 7
We believe that excellence honors God and inspires people
to personal stewardship regarding time, talent, and resources.
This includes the concepts of evaluation, critical review, intensity,
and excellence (Colossians 3:17; Malachi 1:6-14; Proverbs 27:17;
Luke 12:42; Matthew 25:14-30). |