The pursuit of God
We are hungry to know His presence, hear His voice, and follow hard after Him.
(Psalm 63:1-3)
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Becoming like Jesus
Through the power of the Holy Spirit we desire that Jesus' love, mercy, grace, truth, purity, power and integrity become evident in our lives.
(Ephesians 5:2)
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Becoming a disciple
Of Jesus and leading others into discipleship.
(Matthew 28:18-20)
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Led by the Holy Spirit
We wait on Him for counsel, direction and inspiration.
(Galatians 5:5; Romans 8:14)
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The Bible
We believe in the authority and accuracy of the Bible and rely on it for direction in lifestyle and doctrine.
(2 Timothy 3:16,17)
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Worship
Being created to worship God we seek to do so in our lives and in contemporary, dynamic and personal music and art forms.
(Hebrews 13:15, Psalm 42, John 4:24)
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Prayer
The main way to communicate with God and often His primary way of accomplishing His purposes.
(1 Thessalonians 5:16-18; Philippians 4:6)
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The Kingdom of God
For God to be King in our lives and to see Him at work through signs and wonders.
(Mark1:14,15)
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Mercy
God has been and is merciful to us in saving us and we will extend that mercy to others.
(Colossians 3:12,13)
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Integrity
Speaking the truth, dealing honestly, living upright lives.
(Ephesians 4:15)
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Servant leadership
The significant pastoral authority that rests with leaders must be exercised with humility, selflessness, grace, care and a desire to build the church.
(Mark 10:37, 44-45)
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The individual
Everyone (single, married, divorced, bereaved or whatever) is welcome. We aim to support mature relationships and growth in the church family.
(Romans 12:9-10)
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Unity
We recognise that all who are disciples of Jesus are part of His Church. We will honour all other Christians.
(John 17:21-23)
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Collegiate relationships
We are honoured by every person whom God adds to the Vineyard. Together we will build the Church with mutual respect, open communication, determined co-operation and believing and speaking the best about each other.
(1 Corinthians 13:4-7)
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Culturally relevant
We avoid speech, behaviour, dress and music that are not accessible to our generation. A comfortable, relaxed environment.
(1 Corinthians 9:19-23)
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Reality & simplicity
No hype, emotionalism or intellectualism but a willingness to see God at work through excellent rational thinking and supernatural intervention. Functioning naturally and with cheerfulness.
(James 1:5, Philippians 4:4)
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