Our Values
So encourage each other and build each other up, just as you are already doing.
1 Thessalonians 5:11 (NLT)
We believe there are foundational values to becoming more like Christ and living a healthy, balanced Christian life. We call these our core values: the areas that shape spiritual passion in our lives.
We seek to live out these Biblical values by honouring and encouraging everyone as they follow Jesus.
CHRIST-CENTRED
Am I putting Jesus first in all that I am and do?
Christ is also the Head of the church, which is His body. He is the beginning, supreme over all who rise from the dead. So He is first in everything.
Colossians 1:18 (NLT)
Our goal is to put the Lord Jesus Christ first in all aspects of our life by making decisions that honour Him daily.
BIBLICALLY ORIENTED
Am I asking what God’s Word says about it?
All Scripture is inspired by God and is useful to teach us what is true and to make us realise what is wrong in our lives. It corrects us when we are wrong and teaches us to do what is right. God uses it to prepare and equip His people to do every good work.
2 Timothy 3:16–17 (NLT)
Our goal is for all believers to grow in understanding and obedience to God’s Word by placing the Bible as our highest authority for faith and practice.
CELEBRATING GRACE
Am I living in grace and extending grace to others?
Each time He said, “My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness.” So now I am glad to boast about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ can work through me.
2 Corinthians 12:9 (NLT)
Our goal is to live and speak grace to all we encounter, regardless of their spiritual status, social standing, or behaviour toward us. Extending grace to others is our only reasonable response to a God who has lavished us with grace in Jesus.
DEVOTED DISCIPLES
As I follow Jesus, who am I discipling?
So we continue to tell people about Christ. We use all wisdom to counsel every person and teach every person. We are trying to bring everyone before God as people who have grown to be spiritually mature in Christ.
Colossians 1:28 (ERV)
Our goal as disciples is to be wholehearted followers of Jesus Christ, in fellowship with other disciples, helping one another become more like Christ.
RELATIONALLY CONNECTED
Do I make others feel welcomed and included?
You are a member of God’s very own family … and you belong in God’s household with every other Christian.
Ephesians 2:19 (TLB)
Our goal as a community of faith is to prioritise relationships of love and honour where every person is significant, valuable and cared for regardless of race, gender, age, or status.
PRAYERFULLY DEPENDENT
Have I prayed about it?
Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank Him for all He has done.
Philippians 4:6 (NLT)
Our goal is that as we partner with God in prayer, we will see His will and purpose outworked through us.
COURAGEOUSLY GENEROUS
Am I living a generous life?
For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve others and to give His life as a ransom for many.
Mark 10:45 (NLT)
Our goal is that each person uses their God-given gifts, talents, and resources to serve and benefit others.
SPIRIT-FILLED & LED
Is the supernatural power of the Holy Spirit a part of my daily experience?
If we live by the [Holy] Spirit, let us also walk by the Spirit. [If by the Holy Spirit we have our life in God, let us go forward walking in line, our conduct controlled by the Spirit.]
Galatians 5:25 (AMPC)
Our goal is to daily submit and depend on the Holy Spirit, embracing the liberty and miraculous power He brings.
These values flow from what we believe. You can read our Statement of Faith, or learn about our mission and vision below.
Scripture quotations marked (NLT) are taken from the Holy Bible, New Living Translation, copyright © 1996, 2004, 2015 by Tyndale House Foundation. Scripture quotations marked (TLB) are taken from The Living Bible, copyright © 1971. Both used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. All rights reserved. Scripture quotations marked (ERV) are taken from the Holy Bible: Easy-to-Read Version © 2014 by Bible League International. Used by permission. Scripture quotations marked (AMPC) are taken from the Amplified Bible, Classic Edition, copyright © 1954, 1958, 1962, 1964, 1965, 1987 by The Lockman Foundation. Used by permission. www.lockman.org