Vineyard Values Spotlight

(These are things we value; these things move us on...not conclusive.)

ASSUMPTIONS ABOUT THE CHRISTIAN LIFE

Worship accomplishes something no other feature of human experience can. It renews us, orients us to God, increases our receptivity to God's work in us, strengthens us, unites us, and helps us forget about ourselves and focus on God as the essential reality in the universe.

We cannot escape the conflict between the Kingdom of God and the kingdom of Satan.

Suffereing (i.e. trials, not necessarily illness) is a norm of life. Hardship produces perserverance and thus enhances Christain character.

We encourage everyone in the fellowship to be giving of themselves in some ministry on a consistent basis.

Giving generously and regularly to the work of God is a normal practice for the Christian. Haing a heart of compassion for the poor, orphans, and widows is normal for the Christian.

Holiness and righteousness come out of knowing and living out of our identity in Christ, rather than out of outward adherence to laws and regulations.

Discipleship is the process of following Jesus - we are disciples of Jesus rather than disciples of men. Discipleship happens through relationship with Jesus, obedience to Him, and modeling our life after His. As believers gather together for teaching, training and encouragement in either small or large groups this discipleship can be enhanced.