MISSION STATEMENT:
The Mission of The Waters Church…
TO TAKE PEOPLE FROM BEING:
Lost, Bound, Sad, Unhealthy, Disconnected, Undisciplined and Greedy…
TO BEING:
Saved, Set Free, Happy, Healthy, Connected, Discipled and Generous in the name of Jesus Christ.
CORE VALUES:
Love -Â the ultimate expression of God to mankind
Truth – unchanging realities accurately governing human experience
Grace – unmerited favor given freely by God to his saints
Faith – the “All In” trust in God to fully come through despite impeding circumstances
Family – God’s plan for community, belonging, and security
Generosity – giving to God and to others as you have been blessed
Leadership – influencing and empowering others to accomplish great things
Authenticity – acting with genuineness and non pretentious behavior in all circumstances
Excellence – intricate attention given to detail producing outstanding results
Discipline – the consistent application of procedures and training producing a well ordered life
STATEMENT OF FAITH / THE OLD ROMAN CREED:
We believe in God the Father Almighty and in Christ His only son our Lord, who was born of the Holy Spirit and the Virgin Mary. Crucified under Pontius Pilate and buried; the third day He rose from the dead. He ascended into Heaven and sits at the right hand of the Father, from thence He shall come to judge the quick and the dead. And in the Holy Spirit; the holy Church; the forgiveness of sins; the resurrection of the flesh.
HOW WE VIEW THE BIBLE:
The Bible is God’s Word to humanity. It was written by human authors under the supernatural guidance of the Holy Spirit. It is the supreme source of truth for Christian beliefs and living. Because it is inspired by God it is the truth without any mixture of error or contradiction.
- 2 Timothy 3:16
- 2 Peter 1:20-21
- 2 Timothy 1:13
- Psalm 12:6
- Psalm 119:105,160
- Proverbs 30:5-6
HOW WE VIEW SALVATION:
Salvation is God’s free offering of full pardon and complete acceptance. This gift, however, is not a one-way thing. In order for it to work in one’s life, it must be accepted…as it is with any gift. Salvation removes the burden of humanity’s attempt to make up for its sin by self-improvement or good works. Only by trusting in Jesus Christ as God’s offer of forgiveness can anyone be saved from sin’s penalty. When we turn away from our self-ruled life and surrender to Jesus in faith, we are saved. Eternal life begins the moment a person trusts Jesus Christ for his salvation.
- Romans 6:23
- Ephesians 2:8,9
- John 14:6
- Titus 3:5-7
