Faith (Heb. 11:1,6)
To go where we have not gone before requires risk-taking faith. Some of the characteristics are:
i. Exalted view of God
ii. Accurate view of ourselves
iii. Devotion to our first love
iv. Spirit-filled living
v. Word-filled living
vi. Full of faith – believe God for the impossible – taking initiative
vii. Courage – Risk taking
viii. Priority on prayer
Growth (Col. 1:28)
We want to be on fire for Christ, growing in our dependence on Him and in conformity to His will, honourable vessels available for His use. Some of the characteristics are:
i. Commitment to the growth & development of those God has entrusted to us
ii. Create an environment where people’s gifts & talents are appreciated and they are encouraged to use them
iii. Multiplication of effective leaders
iv. Well-led, healthy teams
v. Environment of life-long, aggressive learning
vi. Greater organizational health
Fruitfulness (John 15:5.16)
We desire to bear much fruit. We want to offer the gospel to people in culturally relevant ways. We want to use simple and transferable methods of equipping. Some of the characteristics are:
i. Cultural awareness
ii. Innovation & creativity
iii. Effective strategies – working strategically
iv. Measurements & evaluation
v. Increased capacity for the Mission
vi. Stewardship
vii. Depending on God for the results
