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We believe that Jesus Christ is the head of the church.
Therefore, we seek to prayerfully discern His will, desires, and plans
in all things, and to live in such a way as to honour Him with out
actions, speech, thoughts, and hearts. (Ephesians 1:22-23)
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We believe that churches should be led by people with
Godly leadership gifts, and that all Christians have been equipped by
God to do ministry. Therefore, we seek to provide opportunities
to train, encourage, and mobilize individuals to use their gifts for
the good of the Whitepine community and the kingdom of God. (Acts
6:2-5; Ephesians 4:11-13)
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We believe
that people were created to live in and need community.
Therefore, we seek to be a fellowship that genuinely loves, values,
and supports families and individuals at all stages of life. (Acts
2:44-46)
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We believe
that lost people matter to God, and should matter to the church.
Therefore, we seek to be involved in and support evangelism that
begins with out neighbours and extends around the globe. (Luke 15;
Matthew 28:18-20)
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We believe
that God deserves the worship and praise of all creation.
Therefore, we seek to honour Him in our corporate worship with joy,
authenticity, energy, excellence, and a prayerful spirit. (John
4:23-24)
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We believe
that Spirit anointed and Bible-centered preaching/teaching are
essential for true growth and life change. Therefore, we seek to
make available a variety of opportunities for people to hear, study,
and interact with God's Word. (2 Timothy 3:16-17; James 1:23-25)
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We believe
that growth in spiritual maturity and devotion to Christ and His
kingdom should be the norm for all believers. Therefore, we seek
to better understand and grow in our commitment to and practice of
stewardship, servanthood, mutual support, and the pursuit of kingdom
goals. (Ephesians 4:13' Philippians 2:1-11)
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We believe
that the church needs to be culturally relevant as it remains
doctrinally pure. Therefore, we seek to affirm excellence,
creativity, innovation, and grace in our ministry endeavors. (1
Corinthians 9:19-23; Colossians 3:17)
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