Connecting

Surrender – Christ-Centered Disciples surrender the control of every aspect of their life to Jesus, repenting of sin, setting aside their own desires and sense of importance, and offering their lives in obedient service to God.

Transformation – Christ-Centered Disciples are being continually transformed by the power of the Holy Spirit, and sense that power molding their values, priorities and relationships into more Christ-like patterns.

Spiritual Disciplines – Christ-Centered Disciples practice various spiritual disciplines (e.g., prayer, Bible reading, worship, solitude, meditation, fasting) as a means of surrendering to Jesus and opening their life to the Holy Spirit’s transforming activity.

Fruit of the Spirit – Christ-Centered Disciples are continually growing in the inner qualities and outward actions identified as “the fruit of the Spirit” in Galatians 5:22:  “love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, generosity, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control."

Small Groups – Christ-Centered Disciples share their faith journey with a group of Christian friends in mutual encouragement and accountability, developing spiritual honesty and trust through sharing and support.