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| Core Values are consistent, passionate convictions that determine our priorities, influence our decisions, and are demonstrated by our behavior. | ||
| Biblical Authority | ||
| We value the Bible as our authority, God’s Word without error, the guide for everyday living.
(Biblical Authority recognizes that the Bible is the defining stance on today’s social issues.) “All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the man of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work.” |
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| Intimacy With God Through Jesus Christ | ||
We value continual spiritual growth which leads to an intimate, personal relationship with Jesus Christ. (Intimacy with God through Jesus Christ includes Bible study, worship,
discipleship, prayer, “I want to know Christ and the power of His resurrection and the fellowship of sharing in His sufferings, becoming like Him in His death . . .” |
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| Sharing Christ With Others | ||
| We value sharing Christ with others and leading people into a relationship with Him.
(Sharing Christ with others includes evangelism, missions, and meeting people’s needs.) “Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” --Matthew 28:19-20 (NIV) |
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| Cultural Relevance | ||
| We value cultural relevance, utilizing ever-changing methods to communicate a never-changing message.
“To the weak I became weak, to win the weak. I have become all things to all men so that by all possible means I might save some.” 1 Corinthians 9:22 (NIV) |
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| Strategic Servanthood | ||
| We value strategic servanthood with everyone actively involved in serving, using their spiritual gifts, passions, talents, and resources. “Each one should use whatever gift he has received to serve others, faithfully administering God's grace in its various forms.” 1 Peter 4:10 (NIV) |
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| Authentic Biblical Community | ||
| We value authentic Biblical community through cultivating genuine relationships within small group settings.
(Authentic Biblical Community assists members in taking their next step spiritually.) “Let us not give up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but let us encourage one another--and all the more as you see the Day approaching.” |
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| Strong Families | ||
| We value building strong families by intentionally investing in healthy marriages and the next generation. “These commandments that I give you today are to be upon your hearts. Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up.” |
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We strive to carry out each value with creativity, passion, and excellence.
“Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, |
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