Question 1

BIBLICAL AUTHORITY

Accepted Answer

The Bible is God’s Holy Word. It uniquely and infallibly reveals God’s plan for His people and how to live out that plan, individually and corporately. Beliefs, practices, priorities, and our mission are to be anchored in clear biblical teachings.

Question 2

CHRISTLIKENESS

Accepted Answer

Jesus Christ is the defining feature of God’s will and relationship with all humankind. In Christ, both newness of life and the highest and clearest example for godliness is found. People made new in Christ find Him to be the source of faith, hope, and love in both the inner life and in our outward actions engaging a world desperate for hope and life.

Question 3

DISCIPLE-MAKING

Accepted Answer

Making disciples is a clear mandate from Christ. This requires a strong missional 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 church.

Question 4

LOCAL CHURCH CENTERED

Accepted Answer

We believe the local church is the hope of the world. That’s why we’re committed to helping congregations grow, multiply, and thrive—becoming healthier and more aligned with God’s purpose. Local churches are the frontline of evangelism and discipleship. Our ongoing challenge and calling as a church is to identify and equip believers who are ready to start, serve in, strengthen, and multiply gospel-centered communities.

Question 5

SPIRITUAL LEADERSHIP

Accepted Answer

We honor spiritual leadership, understanding that true spiritual authority isn’t just simply given—it’s earned. Effective leadership is marked by a loving and willing heart of obedience that joyfully serves both God and people.

Question 6

UNITY IN DIVERSITY

Accepted Answer

There is intrinsic value in every person. Biblical unity becomes all the powerful and beautiful in the light of the wide-ranging differences in personalities, cultures, races, languages, talents, and perspectives. In Christ, we find a unity and mutual love for one another—eliminating devaluation, division, and dehumanization.