Core Concepts

Our Direction and Core Commitments

Our Vision: Our global vision is to start, strengthen, and multiply churches by building up the body of Christ in four key areas: in homes, in cities, in regions, and throughout the world.

Our Mission: Jesus calls us to make disciples of all nations by going (as opposed to waiting passively), proclaiming the gospel that he died and rose from the dead, baptizing new believers, and teaching them to obey his commands.

Love for God and Others: Love is a holistic experience of affection that moves us toward the well-being of another. Loving God means worshiping, obeying, and delighting in Him as our foremost priority, while loving others means selflessly caring for, serving, and respecting them. These core motivations shape every aspect of our relationships and ministry.

The Centrality of Character Development: Personal holiness is the practice of living a life set apart for God by pursuing moral purity, integrity, and obedience. It involves a deliberate commitment to reflect God’s character in every aspect of life.

Evangelism

Care for Those in Need: This practice involves actively showing God’s compassion by meeting the practical and emotional needs of others. It reflects the biblical call to care for the vulnerable and to serve others as an expression of God’s love.

Gospel of Jesus Christ: The gospel is the good news that Jesus died for our sins, was buried, and rose again, offering forgiveness and eternal life to everyone who believes. It is the central message of the Christian faith that transforms lives.

Conversion Counseling: Conversion refers to the moment when a person turns from their sins and trust in Jesus. Conversion counseling is the process of explaining the nature of repentance and trust in Jesus.

Household Evangelism: This is the strategy of sharing the gospel within one’s own or another’s household and extended network. It leverages existing relationships to create natural opportunities for sharing the gospel and making disciples.

Person of Peace/Bridge Person: A person of peace is someone within one’s social circle who is receptive to the gospel and can open doors for further evangelistic outreach. This individual serves as a bridge between the church and their community, facilitating introductions and building trust.

Discipleship

Simple Church: A simple church is an intimate gathering of believers focused on worship, mutual support, and the sharing of meals. It models the early church’s approach to community and disciple-making by prioritizing relational depth over complex structures (1 Cor. 11:2–14:40).

Family-based, Intergenerational Discipleship: In the New Testament, discipleship unfolded within families and communities rather than isolated groups. With an emphasis on older men discipling younger men (including teenagers), and older women mentoring younger women (including teenagers), it leverages the wisdom of elders to nurture youth, fostering lifelong learning and accountability in a relational setting (Titus 2).

Apostolic Traditioning: Training believers to follow Jesus by obeying the apostles’ teaching in Acts and the New Testament letters. This includes biblical instruction, prayer, and communal living, ensuring disciples not only learn but live out the gospel.

Sound Teaching: Sound teaching involves instructing believers in a way that is faithful to Scripture, guiding them to develop correct beliefs and ethical behavior. It ensures that both mind and conduct align with God’s truth and wisdom.

Leadership Development

Ministry Coaching: Ministry coaching is a mentoring process designed to equip emerging church leaders with the skills and support they need for effective ministry. It involves one-on-one guidance and accountability to help leaders grow and multiply their influence.

The Path of Church Leaders: This term describes a structured framework or journey that outlines the key qualities, skills, and stages necessary for effective church leadership. It serves as a roadmap for developing leaders who can evangelize, disciple, and lead others.