Our Vision and Values

Vision

Turning People Into Fully Devoted Followers of Jesus

Adaptive Evangelism

Goal: Finding creative ways for people far and near to hear the full gospel at least once.1

Spiritual Growth

Goal: Seeking transformation of the whole person, humble and teachable, to reach full maturity in Christ.2

Dynamic Connection

Goal: Building a strong body of Christ, in our God-given diversity of cultures and languages, to achieve His mission together.3

Faithful Stewardship

Goal: To be wise stewards, planning and leveraging our resources together for kingdom vision.4

Values

Worship

We believe worship is essential in our relationship with God and will strive to enable our members to worship God fully, sincerely and in a manner that will please Him.5

Prayer

We are committed to personal and corporate prayer.6

Biblical Teaching

We believe sound biblical doctrines are the foundation of our faith and shall ensure that all preaching and teaching are consistent with the Scriptures.7

Spirit-Filled Discipleship

We encourage each believer to be filled with the Holy Spirit, totally devoted to Christ, and strive for spiritual maturity in their personal walk with God.8

Fellowship

We care for the well-being and spiritual growth of our members. We encourage every member to connect with one another in support and in mutual edification.9

Unity

We respect and value the diversity of cultures and spiritual gifts of our members. We strive to be open to all, and seek to understand and accept one another’s differences. We will seek common grounds to strengthen our church as a corporate body.10

Outreach & Missions

We actively support and participate in reaching out to all peoples in accordance with God’s Great Commission.11

Excellence In Ministry

We will honor God with only our best and will serve Him according to our God-given gifts and talents. We believe in integrity and accountability in all that we do.12

Cultural Relevance

We believe our ministries and activities, including worship, preaching, teaching, discipleship training and outreach, should be culturally relevant to the people we serve.13

References

  1. 1 Timothy 2:2-5
  2. Colossians 1:9b-12
  3. Ephesians 4:16
  4. Matthew 25:23
  5. Psalm 96:9; Psalm 100:2; John 4:23
  6. John 16:24; Philippians 4:6-7
  7. 2 Timothy 3:16
  8. Ephesians 5:18
  9. Acts 2:42
  10. Ephesians 4:2-6
  11. Matthew 28:18-20
  12. Colossians 3:23-24
  13. 1 Corinthians 9:20-22

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