ABOUT US

Question 1

Answer

We believe in one God, who is Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, and the Savior of all men and women who put their faith in Him alone for eternal life. We believe that those who receive new life in Christ are called to be holy in character and conduct and can only live this way by being filled with the Lord’s Spirit. We believe in the Bible and seek to establish our faith and actions on its teaching. We believe God’s will is for people everywhere to know Him and that the purpose of the Church is to tell the world about Christ through its worship, witness and loving deeds.

Question 2

Biblical Authority

Answer

The Bible is the highest source of written authority for God’s plan for His people; it reveals how to live out that plan, individually and corporately. Beliefs, practices and priorities are to be anchored in clear biblical teachings.

Question 3

Christlikeness

Answer

Jesus Christ is the defining feature of God’s will for all humankind. In Christ is found the highest and most practical meaning and clearest example for holy living or godliness. Christ is both our example and strength as we pursue integrity, excellence, faith, hope and love.

Question 4

Disciple-Making

Answer

Making disciples is a clear mandate from Christ. This requires a strong focus on evangelism and training in spiritual growth and holy living. Done effectively, this will produce and promote growth and health in and among the churches.

Question 5

Local Church Centered

Answer

The Church exists to serve local congregations. Local churches are the most fundamental and strategic points of evangelism and discipleship. The challenge is to keep finding the best ways to serve and strengthen congregations.

Question 6

Servant Leadership

Answer

We respect leadership that is placed over us, while realizing that the authority and effectiveness of spiritual leadership is not primarily bestowed, but earned and manifested by a loving and willing heart of obedience that serves God and people gladly. We desire to be leaders in serving.

Question 7

Unity in Diversity

Answer

There is intrinsic value in every person. Unity becomes all the more important and beautiful in the light of the wide ranges of difference in personality, culture, race, talents and perspectives. Loving each other eliminates devaluation and deprivation of life to one another.

Question 8

Answer

We believe in one God, who is Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, and the Savior of all men and women who put their faith in Him alone for eternal life. We believe that those who receive new life in Christ are called to be holy in character and conduct and can only live this way by being filled with the Lord’s Spirit. We believe in the Bible and seek to establish our faith and actions on its teaching. We believe God’s will is for people everywhere to know Him and that the purpose of the Church is to tell the world about Christ through its worship, witness and loving deeds.

Question 9

Biblical Authority

Answer

The Bible is the highest source of written authority for God’s plan for His people; it reveals how to live out that plan, individually and corporately. Beliefs, practices and priorities are to be anchored in clear biblical teachings.

Question 10

Christlikeness

Answer

Jesus Christ is the defining feature of God’s will for all humankind. In Christ is found the highest and most practical meaning and clearest example for holy living or godliness. Christ is both our example and strength as we pursue integrity, excellence, faith, hope and love.

Question 11

Disciple-Making

Answer

Making disciples is a clear mandate from Christ. This requires a strong focus on evangelism and training in spiritual growth and holy living. Done effectively, this will produce and promote growth and health in and among the churches.

Question 12

Local Church Centered

Answer

The Church exists to serve local congregations. Local churches are the most fundamental and strategic points of evangelism and discipleship. The challenge is to keep finding the best ways to serve and strengthen congregations.

Question 13

Servant Leadership

Answer

We respect leadership that is placed over us, while realizing that the authority and effectiveness of spiritual leadership is not primarily bestowed, but earned and manifested by a loving and willing heart of obedience that serves God and people gladly. We desire to be leaders in serving.

Question 14

Unity in Diversity

Answer

There is intrinsic value in every person. Unity becomes all the more important and beautiful in the light of the wide ranges of difference in personality, culture, race, talents and perspectives. Loving each other eliminates devaluation and deprivation of life to one another.

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