1. Unwavering Love for God

Evidencing itself through my faithfulness to God’s word and the proclaiming of His message.

(Genesis 6-9; Deuteronomy 6:5-6; Ezra 7:10; Psalm 119; Philippians 3:8; 2 Timothy 2:15; Romans 1:16)

2. Pursuit for Holiness

Making changes in my life, according to God’s word and with the Holy Spirit, to be more like Christ.

(1 Peter 1:15-16; Romans 6-8; Colossians 3; Ephesians 4; John 16:8)

3. God Honoring Relationships

Demonstrating a godly view of family roles, friendships, and relationships with the opposite sex.

(Genesis 2; Ephesians 4-5; 1 Peter 3; Matthew 7:12; Romans 15:1-2; Proverbs 27:6, 9;
Romans 12; 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12)

4. Lifelong Commitment to the Local Church

Maximizing the use of my spiritual gift(s) in the body of Christ.

(Hebrews 10:23-25; 2 Timothy 4:7; Ephesians 4; Romans 12:1-8; 1 Corinthians 12)

5. Respectful Obedience to Authority

Submitting joyfully to God and His established authorities.

(Romans 13:1-3; Hebrews 12:1-17; 1 Thessalonians 4:1-2; Hebrews 13:17; 1 Peter 2:13-17; 1 Timothy 6:1-2)

6. Kingdom Focus in Life

Placing God’s eternal plan before my personal (temporary) pleasures.

(Matthew 6:33-34; 1 John 2:15-17; Ezra 7:10; Genesis 50:20; 1 Corinthians 5:9-10)

7. Biblical Worldview

Discerning life through the Bible and developing personal convictions accordingly.

(Job; Proverbs; Ecclesiastes 12:13; Daniel 3; 1 Peter 1:7; 2 Peter 1:3)

8. Servant Leadership

Modeling (for) and equipping others without partiality, reservation, or selfish motives.

(Matthew 20:26-28; Philippians 2:2-9; 2 Timothy 2:2; Mark 10:45; John 13:13-14; 1 Peter 4:9-10; Ephesians 5:1-2; Acts 20:35; James 2:1-13; 2 Corinthians 4:1-5; 1 Corinthians 13:5; Luke 9:23-25)

9. Thankful Attitude

Rejoicing in God’s provision and conforming work in and through all things and people.

(Psalm 33-34; Romans 8:28-29; Colossians 3:15-16; Colossians 4:2; 1 Samuel 2:1; Philippians 3:1, 4:4)

10. Proper Work Ethic

Reflecting the image of God in the work place.

(Romans 12:9-21; Colossians 3:17, 23; 1 Corinthians 10:13)

11. Community Influence

Shining the light of Christ into our community through creative and practical involvement.

(Matthew 5:13-16; Philippians 1:27; John 4; Romans 12:9-21; John 1:4)