Centralia Nazarene’s Core Values

The core values upon which all of our ministry is built are:


Biblical Truth

We believe the Holy Bible is the inspired Word of God to be studied, taught, and lived consistently.


"16 All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, 17 so that the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work" (2 Tim 3:16-17)


Prayer

We believe prayer is an avenue of personal spiritual growth, intercession for others, and communication with God, Who hears and answers.


" 6 Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God." (Phil 4:6)


Love

We desire to love others the way Jesus loves us.


" 34 'A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. 35 By this everyone will know that you are my disciples if you love one another.'" (John 13:34-35)


Acceptance

We are committed to welcoming, accepting, and sharing the love of Jesus with everyone.


" 7 Accept one another, then, just as Christ accepted you, to bring praise to God." (Rom 15:7)


Compassion

We are committed to expressing heartfelt care through our acts of service as God leads. We consider this value compassion, but the rest of the traits listed in this verse are similar, so we do not list them individually.


"12 Therefore, as God's chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience." (Col 3:12)


Encouragement

We encourage individuals to pursue a closer relationship with God.


" 5 May the God who gives endurance and encouragement give you the same attitude of mind toward each other that Christ Jesus had, 6 so that with one mind and one voice you may glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ." (Rom 15:5-6).