Guiding Principles

Transformation First

(Matt 28:18-20; Rom 12:2; 2Cor 3:18; 2Cor 5:17; Ez 36:26; Phil 1:6)

  • We will prioritize transformation as the foundation of all ministry
  • Discipleship is the pathway to transformation and we will make it primary in our lives
  • We will tell stories of transformation, not numbers, to communicate results
Transformation

PRIORITY

Better Together

(Matthew 6:33; 2Cor 9:6-8; Matt 25:13-40; 1Cor 3:5-9)

  • We will steward resources for the sake of others to the glory of God
  • We will choose to embrace generosity by living open handed instead of tight fisted
  • We will join local initiatives and seek partnerships where Jesus is at work
Better Together

STEWARDSHIP

Mutuality

(Ecc 4:7-12; 2 Cor 5:11-21; Phil 2:1-11; 1Cor 13:1-7; Eph 4:1-16; Gal 3:26-29; Gal 4:6-7; 1Pet 3:8-12)

  • We will regard one another as family because of what God has done
  • We will live as people of reconciliation choosing to love and forgive
  • We will pursue humility, unity, and servant-heartedness in relationships with each other
Mutuality

POSTURE

Spirit Empowered Living

(Gal 5:16-26, John 10:10, Acts 1:8, Romans 8, 1 Cor 12:1-11; John 14:12-17; Eph 3:20-21)

  • We will depend on the Holy Spirit’s empowerment to live the abundant life Jesus came to give
  • We will use our Spirit-given gifts to serve one another and build each other up
  • We will rely on the Holy Spirit to accomplish more than anyone could ask for or imagine
Spirit Empowered Living

CONDUIT