The importance of core values…
Core values are essential because we only do what we truly believe, and core values help us determine as a church what we should be doing as a result of our beliefs. These would be values posted as signs on the church walls for all to see. The strategy is to weave the core values into the language and lives of those who attend our church. Andy Stanley, Pastor of North Point Community Church in Atlanta asked at a conference “Is what’s hanging on the wall happening down the hall?” As the core, we must incorporate these values into the life of our church. We will teach them, quote them, and speak of them often. Core values are not up for debate; they are non-negotiable for our church.
The Equation Core Values
{People matter to God} – We Value People
{Teaching is for life change} – We Value Practical Application of Scripture
{Real Christ followers grow} – We Value Growth
{Growing larger and smaller at the same time} – We Value Small Groups
{God is honored in excellence} – We Value Excellence
{We do what we say and say what we do} – We Value Integrity
{Every member is called to ministry} – We Value Service
{Changing methods – unchanging message} – We Value Creativity and Innovation
{Focusing on the things that unite us, not the things which divide us} – We Value Unity and No Strife
{Teaching is for life change} – We Value Practical Application of Scripture
{Real Christ followers grow} – We Value Growth
{Growing larger and smaller at the same time} – We Value Small Groups
{God is honored in excellence} – We Value Excellence
{We do what we say and say what we do} – We Value Integrity
{Every member is called to ministry} – We Value Service
{Changing methods – unchanging message} – We Value Creativity and Innovation
{Focusing on the things that unite us, not the things which divide us} – We Value Unity and No Strife
