Core Values

WE VALUE:

… A Christian lifestyle of constant submission to the will and leadership of Jesus Christ.

This means a follower of Christ practices devotion to, dependence on and humility before God.

(Philippians 4:13; Psalm 37:3-8; James 4:10)

… Biblical preaching and teaching to promote spiritual growth.

This means life change is the goal of our preaching and teaching.

(James 1:23-25; 1 Peter 2:2-3)

… The power of prayer for a fruitful Christian life.

This means prayer should permeate everything we do.

(1 Thessalonians 5:17; Philippians 4:6-7; Matthew 7:7)

… Lost people; they matter to God and to us.

This involves connecting people to people, and then, connecting people to God.

(Luke 5:30-32; Luke 15; Matthew 18:14)

… A church family that is a united, loving, body of believers serving and encouraging one another in the Lord.

This includes the concepts of unity, servanthood, spiritual gifts and ministry calling.

(Ephesians 4; 1 Thessalonians 5:10-11; Psalm 133:1; Romans 12; 1 Corinthians 12-14.)

… Small groups as the best place to experience life change.

This means small group dynamics are a vital part of all ages and age groups within the Church.

(Luke 6:12-13; Acts 2:44-47)

… A church that is culturally relevant while remaining true to Scripture.

This means that the method is free to change with the culture, while the message stays the same.

(1 Corinthians 9:19-23)

… A church led by God through men and women called to leadership.

This includes the concepts of empowerment, servant leadership, strategic focus, and intentionality.

(Nehemiah 1, 2; Romans 12:8 (leadership); Acts 6:2-5)

… A church that is on mission with God, both locally and globally.

This means working to complete God’s will in this community and the world.

(1 Corinthians 9:22-23; John 20:21)

… The youth.

This means we provide spiritual guidance to the youth as preparation for a life in Christ and as future leaders in the church.

(1 Timothy 4:12)