Christian Life Center Core Values
Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path. Psalm 119:105
Biblical truth.
The Bible is the basis for understanding who God is and who we are intended to be. All of our beliefs and practices are rooted in the 66 books of the Bible (2 Timothy 3:16-17; Hebrews 4:12). Jesus said “ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free” (John 8:32). This value finds expression in the attention we give to our preaching, teaching, doctrine, and the real life application of His Word and value the Lordship of Jesus Christ (Galatians 2:20; Philippians 2:9-11).
Loving community.
Even in its infancy, the early church put a high value on connecting with and reaching out to people (Acts 1:8 & 2:44). The church was never intended to be monolithic and exclusive. The church is a body filled with diversity and open to people from every walk of life. Because we value connecting with people, we encourage our church family to build relationships that reach far beyond the service schedule and to be intentional about evangelism and outreach.
Spiritual experience.
Jesus indicated in the Gospel of John that the Father is seeking worshipers who will worship in spirit and truth (John 4:24). It is our conviction that God intends for mankind to believe in His existence and to experience His presence. Because we value experiencing the presence of God, we encourage worship, prayer, and expect the operation of the gifts of the Spirit.
Strong families.
Families are the greatest tools for discipleship within the church. The emotional and spiritual health of the family is indispensable. We have seen in our culture the tragic effects of deconstructing the family unit. Because we value healthy families, we encourage the biblical model of marriage and a Christ-centered approach to parenting. We also seek to find creative ways to equip marriages and to affirm the distinctive value of men and women. (Eph 5:22-6:4)
Committed discipleship.
Throughout His ministry Jesus called people to commitment and discipleship (Luke 9:23). Christianity is more than a compartmentalized dimension of the Christian’s life. Simply put, our faith should color every aspect of who we are and how we live our lives. Because we value committed discipleship, we encourage personal growth in spiritual disciplines, holiness, and stewardship of our time, talent, and resources.