Core Values Statement
The following are the core values of Equip Rock Ministry. We desire that these values define and drive the ministry of Equip Rock Ministry in the context of a caring and Christ-like environment.
We value Authentic Worship - that flows from knowing Godand his Son Jesus Christ in a dynamic, growing, life transforming wayRomans 12:1-2; Colossians 1:10; 2 Corinthians 3:18; 4:6; Ephesians 4:13
We value the Bible, God’s Word - our supreme authority to be communicated and taught in clear, accurate, culturally relevant ways that ministers grace and urges obedience2 Timothy 3:14-17; 4:1-5
We value being God’s Family - the Church - the body of Christ where genuine Christ-like love is expressed through acceptance, unity, forgiveness, serving and encouraging one another1 Corinthians 13:1-13; Ephesians 4:20-32; Colossians 3:12-17
We value Authentic Servanthood - as modeled and taught by Jesus: in our leadership team, in our marriages and families, in our ministry style, in our finances, in our treatment of people and in each Christian as we serve one another in loveEphesians 4:11-16; 1 Peter 5:1-6; 1 John 3:16-18
We value Discipleship - that acknowledges and obeys Jesus as Lord, promotes Christ-likeness, intentionally develops mature disciples, fosters a desire for excellence, encourages responsible stewardship of all our abilities, time and resources1 Timothy 6:17-19; 2 Peter 3:18
We value Spiritual Gifts - and a team model for ministry and organization that equips and empowers every family, church member, leader and individual Christian to use their gifts for the common good of the whole churchActs 2:42; 1 Corinthians 12:1-31; Ephesians 4:11-32; Colossians 3:12-17; Hebrews 10:24-25
We value Prayer - as expressing our thankfulness, praise, earnest requests and prayers individually and collectively to God, knowing he hears and answers prayersMatthew 7:7-11; Philippians 4:6-7; 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18; James 5:13-18; 1 Peter 5:7; 1 John 5:14-15
We value Evangelism - that reaches those outside the church with the gospel of Jesus Christ using every available Christ-honoring means to pursue, win, and disciple them Matthew 28:18-20; John 3:16; Romans 1:16-17; 10:14-15; 1 Corinthians 6:19-20; 9:19-23; Colossians 3:17
We value God’s Free Gift of Eternal Life - received through faith in Christ, enabling us to live our lives with an eternal perspective, focusing on spiritual realities and spiritual treasures, as we look forward to our eternal future with Him in heavenJohn 3:16, John 14:1-4, Matthew 6:19-21
Core Values Summary Statement
We value
Authentic Worship
The Bible, God’s Word
Being God’s Family - the Church
Authentic Servanthood
Discipleship
Spiritual Gifts
Prayer
Evangelism
God’s Free Gift of Eternal Life
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