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Relationship Evangelism
We believe that lost people matter to God and therefore, ought to matter to the Church. We see evangelism as a process of building relationships with lost people.
Luke 5:30-32; Luke 15; Matthew 18:14
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Relevant Ministries
We believe that the body of Christ should be culturally relevant while remaining doctrinally pure. We will constantly evaluate our forms and methods, seeking biblical accuracy with cultural relevance for maximum service to Christ.
I Corinthians 9:19-23
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Personal Growth
We believe that Christ-followers should manifest an authentic walk in Christ. This is best demonstrated by personal spiritual growth.
Hebrews 12:1; Ephesians 4:25-26,32; Philippians 1:6
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Spiritual Gifts
We believe that the body should operate as a unified community of servants. This is only possible if both men and women are good stewards of their spiritual gifts. We seek to equip all our uniquely designed and gifted people to effectively accomplish their ministry in our community.
I Corinthians 12 & 14; Romans 12; Ephesians 4; Psalms 135:1; II Corinthians 6:1
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Servanthood
With Christ as our leader and example, we seek to conduct ourselves with Christ like humility, putting others ahead of ourselves.
Philippians 2:4-21; Matthew 20:26-28
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Excellence
We believe that excellence honors God and inspires people. Since God gave His best, the Savior, we seek to honor Him by maintaining a high standard of excellence in our ministries and activities.
Colossians 3:17, 23; Malachi 1:6-14; Proverbs 27:17
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Community Groups
We believe God has uniquely put us together to meet people at the point of their felt needs. We are committed to fulfilling the call to be Christ in a real and tangible way.
John 4:7-26; John 1:14
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Prayer
We believe that prayer is the foundation of River Point Community Church. We rely on private and corporate prayer in the conception, planning and execution of all ministries and activities of this church.
Matthew 7:7-11
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Ministry Center
We believe God has uniquely put us together to meet people at the point of their felt needs. We are committed to fulfilling the call to be Christ in a real and tangible way.
John 4:7-26; John 1:14
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Church Planting
We believe in the New Testament model of birthing churches. The church is a living organism that reproduces itself. We are committed to staring new ministries where God opens the door to further His kingdom.
Acts 11:22-26; Acts 14:19-28; Acts 15:30-35
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