GREAT GOOD NEWS!We want people know the great good news that God has taken it upon Himself to do something for us that we were powerless to do for ourselves. The Gospel is simply this: sinners are forgiven and accepted by God because of the work of Jesus Christ. Trust in Christ's finished work is not just the beginning of the Christian life, but the means and end as well. The Gospel is what must be applied more and more deeply in order to live as a Christian. The Gospel is not about improvement and image, but redemption and reality. |
| Exalting Christ through Worship, Learning, Community, and Outreach |
A GOD-EXALTING VISIONEmpowered by the Gospel, we aim to experience God's pleasure by fostering true knowledge, holy affection, and faithful obedience through historic worship, biblical learning, genuine community, and cultural outreach to the end that God's people are gathered and Christ's Kingdom is extended throughout Ventura county and beyond— CONNECTING THE PEOPLE OF OUR COMMUNITY TO CHRIST · God-Centered Worship DEVELOPING BELIEVERS INTO MATURE SAINTS · Corporate Prayer SENDING SERVANT-LEADERS TO ENGAGE THE WORLD · Cultural Outreach |
A GOSPEL-SHAPED MINISTRY The Gospel changes people —Through the continual application of the Gospel we become more like Christ. The Gospel brings joy —The Gospel sets us free from condemnation and self-righteousness to enjoy God fully. The Gospel defines community —In union with Christ, we become adopted sons and daughters—God's new people. The Gospel points outward —Gospel freedom prevents approval seeking, engenders authenticity and curbs pride. The Gospel informs attitudes —As Christians, we desire the peace and well-being of our communities and cities. The Gospel breaks down walls — Reconciliation humbles us so that we may be wounded healers and reconcile others. The Gospel renews culture —All of life matters to God and we are to pursue all vocations with excellence. The Gospel spreads out —Church planting is both the result of and means to fulfilling the great commission.
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