GOD-CENTERED
We acknowledge that ministry flows
out of an intimate relationship with
God. Therefore, we commit ourselves
to maintain a vital, growing personal
relationship with God and to encourage
other believers to deepen their own
relationship with Him. (Col. 1:18; 2Co.
3:5; 1Pe. 4:11)
HOLY SPIRIT – CONTROLLED
We recognize that the Holy Spirit gives
gifts and empowers us to accomplish
His supernatural work. No amount of
knowledge, skills, experience and/or
tools can replace His working in our
lives and ministries. (Act 1:8; Zec.4:6;
1Co.6:19-20; Eph. 5:18-21)
BIBLE-BASED
We recognize that the Bible is God’s
standard for life and ministry and is the
primary instrument for changing lives.
Its principles are applicable to all areas
of life. Therefore, we commit to handling
the Word of God accurately and to
modeling it consistently. (1Pe. 1:21; 2Ti.
3:15-17; 2Ti. 4:6-7)
PRAYER-BASED
We recognize that without the Lord, we
can do nothing. We demonstrate our
dependence on Him through prayer at
every point of our lives and ministries.
(Joh. 15:5; Jer. 33:3; Rom. 8:26; Phil.
4:6-7)
SERVANT LEADERSHIP
We affirm that biblically-based ministry
involves the giving of ourselves to help
others live a life that glorifies our Lord.
Because this kind of ministry is motivated
by love, we evidence an attitude of
respect for those to whom we minister
as well as those with whom we serve,
and are willing to sacrifice to meet their
needs, without promoting an unhealthy
dependence on us. We recognize that
our ultimate purpose is to equip and
empower others to depend on Christ to
accomplish His purposes in their lives.
(2Co. 4:5; Gal. 5:13; Joh. 13: 13-17)
INTEGRITY
We commit to adhere, in word and
action, to a biblically-based ethical code
that results in moral soundness above
reproach, transparency to the point of
vulnerability, and consistency to the
place of trustworthiness. (Rom. 15:1-3;
Psa. 139:23; Gen. 16:13)
EXCELLENCE
We commit to attain the highest level of
competency that God has purposed for
us and to a mindset that does not settle
for mediocrity. We want to be and do our
best, in His strength, for the glory of God
and for the good of those to whom we
minister. (Ecc. 9:10a; Rom. 12:11; Col.
3:17)
TEACHABILITY
We commit to exhibiting a teachable spirit because we consider ourselves
fellow learners who are open to learning
from and with those around us. (Phi. 2:1-
4; Psa. 25:4- 9; Psa. 27:11)
CULTURALLY APPROPRIATE
We commit to exercising cultural
sensitivity by respecting and
understanding the cultures in which
we minister while adhering to biblical
standards. We will identify cultural
issues that affect our ministries and
work within the cultural context. We will
involve national workers and leadership
as much as possible. (1Co. 9:19-22; 1Co.
10:22-33)
MINISTRY MULTIPLICATION
We recognize that ministry involvement
is not an end in itself but is a part of
the process of ministry development.
We affirm the principle of exponential
training stated in 2 Timothy 2:2;
therefore, we train, mentor, and educate
others who are qualified in order that
they may prepare others for the work of
ministry. (2Ti. 2:2; Eph. 4:11- 13; Mat.
28:18-20; 1Co. 4:17)
FINANCIALLY RESPONSIBLE
We commit to handling financial matters
in an ethical manner that conforms to
legal requirements and regulations. Our
financial and business dealings will be
open for scrutiny and above reproach.
Financial records will be audited annually
by an independent, qualified auditor.
(1Co. 10:31; Heb. 4:13; Pro. 15:11)
COOPERATION
We believe that the local church is the
organization that God has established to
be the base for evangelism of the lost and
edification of the saints. Therefore, we
commit to develop working relationships
with local churches, working toward the
fulfillment of the Great Commission.
We also promote teamwork with likeminded organizations in order to fulfill
our Mission Statement. (2Co. 6:1; 1Co.
3:5-9; 1Th. 3:2; Phi. 4:3)
COMPASSION
We believe God calls believers to
emulate Jesus’ compassion in every
aspect of our lives and ministry. We
will, with God’s enablement, look
beyond limitations, behavior, attitudes,
culture, and stereotypes to the heart of
each individual and minister without
reservation. We will also incorporate
people who have special needs and
hurts into BCM programs and ministries.
If there is uncertainty about how best
to minister, we will seek advice and/or
training. (Psa. 34:17; Psa. 111:4b, 147:3;
Pro. 31:8-9; Isa. 35:3-4a; Mat. 25:35-
40; Luk. 14:21b)