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We value Biblical truth; therefore we commit to read and study the Bible; and to submit our opinions, beliefs, and convictions to the clear teaching of Scripture. 2 Timothy 3:14-17; John 17:17
We value prayer; therefore we commit to thank and praise God for His goodness; to confess our sins; and to pray for the spiritual and physical needs of our family, our friends and our enemies, for our church and its leaders, and for our government. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18; 1 John 1:9; 1 Timothy 2:1-4; Matthew 7:7-11
We value God’s Church; therefore we commit to meet together on a consistent basis; to give financially to the ministry of this local church as the Lord has given to us; and to participate in the ministries of the church as the Lord has gifted us. Hebrews 10:24-25; 2 Corinthians 9:7; Romans 12:6-8
We value the good news of Jesus Christ; therefore we commit to tell others about forgiveness of sins through faith in Jesus’ sacrificial death and His resurrection; and to contribute to the starting of new churches in other areas, locally and internationally. Romans 1:16; 1 Corinthians 15:1-4; Matthew 28:19-20
We value love; therefore we commit to be kind to one another; to give preference to one another; to care for one another; to serve one another; to forgive one another; to show mercy and compassion to one another; and to build each other up. John 15:12; Ephesians 4:32; Romans 12:9-21
We value holiness; therefore we commit to live morally pure lives, free from sexual immorality, substance abuse, covetousness, hatred, and other destructive activities. 1 Peter 1:15-16; 1 Corinthians 6:9-11; Galatians 5:19-21
We value justice; therefore we commit to obey the laws of the land; to conduct ourselves with honesty and integrity in all areas of our life; and to treat others without partiality. 1 Peter 2:13-16; Proverbs 21:3; James 2:1
Adopted 10/24/10
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