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We recognize that the Gospel is not just good news for those that don’t know Jesus, but it is good news for each of us that we need to rely on every day. (Colossians 3:1-4; Titus 2:11-14)

We recognize our sinfulness and need for daily forgiveness from our Savior and will look to him for forgiveness, grace, restoration, and guidance. (1 John 1:8-9)

We will be known by the markers that Jesus gives to his followers: our love (John 13:35) and our unity (John 17:23)

We will seek to live lives of humility, service, and love modeled after our Savior who embodied these characteristics perfectly (Philippians 2:1-11)

We will seek to be quick to forgive, show grace, give each other the benefit of the doubt, and pursue reconciliation when we are offended or hurt. (James 1:19; Ephesians 4:31-32; 1 Corinthians 13:1-7)

We will pursue unity as a church, valuing the needs of the community above our own preferences. (Romans 15:19; Romans 12:10)

We will be purposeful in our unity; being unified around God’s Word and his mission (John 17:23; Romans 14:19)

We will continue to point to Jesus as our source of hope, guidance, and purpose recognizing that he alone can truly fulfill the needs of our church family.

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We believe that the Bible is inspired and without error and should guide everything we say and do. (2 Timothy 3:16-17; 2 Peter 1:10-21)

We will teach the Bible clearly and effectively through our sermons, Life Groups, and other ministries. (Isaiah 55:11; 2 Timothy 2:2)

We will keep the Gospel at the center as we teach through the Scriptures, recognizing the grand narrative of God’s Word from start to finish. (Acts 7)

We will guard the church from false doctrine and false teaching. Our Elders will do this in a number of ways including: vetting and equipping teachers, teaching sound doctrine in sermons and other avenues, writing our own curriculum, and evaluating outside curriculum that will be used in the church. (Acts 20:28-31)

We will encourage our church family to study God’s Word on their own, with their family, and with each other. (Deuteronomy 6:4-9; Acts 2:42)

We study the Bible for transformation, not just information, so we will encourage application in all of our teaching and discussion. (Romans 12:2)

We will be purposeful in our unity; being unified around God’s Word and his mission (John 17:23; Romans 14:19)

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Discipleship will be at the core of everything we do as we seek to help every person at North Park grow in their walk with the Lord. (Matthew 28:19-20)

We will equip individuals to grow in their daily walk with the Lord through devotional materials, teaching, relationships, and support. (Joshua 1:7-8)

We will encourage our church family to grown in their prayer life, study God’s Word, and live lives of worship and gratitude. (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18; Psalm 1)

We see the home as the primary place where faith is nurtured, so we will provide resources to strengthen individuals, couples, parents, and grandparents to grow in their faith. (Deuteronomy 6:4-9)

We will provide marriage support ministries to help couples thrive before and during marriage. (Ephesians 5:21-23)

We will provide opportunities for intentional discipleship (D-groups) as well as communities to grow together (Life Groups).

We will seek to come alongside those who have lost loved ones to find healing and restoration in their grief. (Matthew 5:4; 2 Corinthians 1:3-4)

We will encourage our church family to engage in accountable relationships to help them walk through the various trials and difficulties we face in this life. (James 5:16; Galatians 6:2)

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We will serve each other, recognizing the primary purpose of our gifts is for the benefit of others and the glory of God. (1 Peter 4:10-11; 1 Corinthians 12)

We will seek to find areas in the church where we can serve, using our gifts and abilities for the Lord. (Romans 12:4-8)

We will equip volunteers for ministry and provide training for areas of leadership. (Ephesians 4:11-13)

We will seek to carry each other’s burdens and come alongside those that are hurting. (Galatians 6:2)

We will pray for each other, and when opportunity arises, meet the tangible needs of those we are praying for. (1 John 3:17-18)

We will serve our neighbors and communities, seeking to live out the Great Commandment. (Matthew 22:37-40)

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We love others because the Lord first loved us. We will seek to show love to every person that walks through our door. (1 John 4:19)

We will seek to create a culture of hospitality, inviting newcomers into our Life Groups, our homes, and our lives. (Hebrews 13:2; 1 Peter 4:9)

We will seek to be a community that brings hope and healing to those that are broken and weary. (Matthew 11:28)

We will practice the “one-anothers” of the Bible, so that others will know who Christ is through our actions. (John 13:34-35)

We will teach with authenticity, knowing that every person in North Park, from the pastor to the first-time visitor has struggles and needs the grace and mercy of Jesus Christ. (2 Corinthians 12:9-10)

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We believe that it is the responsibility of every believer to make disciples. (Matthew 28:19-20)

We will encourage and equip our people to reach those that are in their sphere of influence. (Acts 1:8; 2 Corinthians 5:18-20; and Romans 1:16)

We will partner with ministries and other local churches to reach the greater Grand Rapids area. (Acts 1:8)

We will support missionaries to go to the nations with the good news of Jesus Christ. (Acts 1:8; Romans 10:14-15; Matthew 9:35-38)

We will intentionally invest in interns who are considering vocational ministry. (2 Timothy 2:2)

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We will be generous with our time; serving and caring for each other. (Philippians 2:3-4)

We will be generous with our leadership, giving them opportunities to support other local churches with their gifts and abilities as well as train up interns for the work of the ministry. (Acts 13:2-3)

We will be generous with our resources. Everything we have is from the Lord and so we will seek to use it for His purposes. (2 Corinthians 9:6-15)

We will be generous with our finances, giving to missions, Christian ministries, and people that have needs for the glory of God. (Romans 12:13)

We will be generous with our teaching, providing our Kid’s Ministry curriculum and other teaching resources to those that need it.