We Believe: Transformative Truth for a Life of Worship and Mission

Overview

• Purpose: Resource for pastors and churches.
• Title Dissection: Each word in the title holds significant meaning for the program's structure and goals.

Detailed Breakdown

"We"

• Community Aspect: Truth is discovered in community settings.
• Growth Opportunity: Offers members the chance to grow relationally within the church.

"Believe"

• Definition: Doctrine is an organized way to teach and learn the Bible.
• Impact: Shapes our life, speech towards non-believers, and interactions with the contemporary world.

"Transformative"

• Goal: Personal change through doctrinal study.
• Mechanism: God's word transforms us into His image.

"Truth"

• Application: Interaction with God's truth as applied by men and women throughout church history.
• Outcome: Establishes deep roots in the unshakable realities of the Gospel.

"Life"

• Process: Changes belief, transforms the heart, and affects how we live.

"Worship"

• Result of Study: Leads to a greater love for God.
• Outcome: Produces a greater desire to worship Him in all aspects of life.

"Mission"

• Result of Study: Leads to a greater love for people.
• Outcome: Produces a greater desire to proclaim Him in all aspects of life.

Usage

• Flexibility: Designed for various formats to meet training needs.
  • Small groups
  • Individual study
  • Regular church training courses
• Goal: To become a vital part of church leadership training programs.