Core Values
What Core Values are
Core values are internal conducts or fundamental beliefs that guide a church. They usually support the vision of the church, shape the internal culture of the church. These are guiding principles as to how members and leaders of the church relate within the church, and to the external world as well. These guiding principles dictate behaviour and can help people understand the difference between right and wrong. We believe that core values of a church, like Hosanna Christian Church, are supported by the Bible, and that every value aims for the glory of the Head of the Church, whose is Jesus Christ.
Core Value 1
WE VALUE OUR RELATIONSHIP WITH GOD
We believe that we are to be fully devoted to God and honour, praise, and worship Him above all else. We believe that worship is the best expression to honour God as He has made all of us to worship and adore Him.
Core Value 2
WE VALUE CHRISTIAN CHARACTER
We believe that we are to be ambassadors of Christ and as such conduct our lives in such a way that will always honour Him.
Core Value 3
WE VALUE THE BIBLE AS THE INSPIRED WORD OF GOD
We believe that the Bible is the revealed word of God and that God never contradicts His Word.
Core Value 4
WE VALUE MAKING ROOM FOR THE HOLY SPIRIT TO DIRECT THE MEETING AND SPEAK TO HIS PEOPLE
We believe that when we gather together, it is important to give room for the Holy Spirit to direct the meeting and speak to His people.
Core Value 5
WE VALUE GOD-GIVEN SERVANT LEADERSHIP
We believe that God places servant leadership in His church, which is there for its protection and to help the church fulfil its destiny. We embrace the ascension gift ministries of the Apostle, Prophet, Evangelist, Pastor and Teacher and recognise their role in bringing the church to maturity.
Core Value 6
WE VALUE BUILDING FOR THE NEXT GENERATION
We believe that we hold in trust what we have for the next generation. It is our responsibility to increase what we have in God and to invest into the next generation the necessary values and skills so that they will be wise stewards of God’s riches.
Core Value 7
WE VALUE THE GREATER BODY OF CHRIST
We believe that the body of Christ is bigger than our own church family and that we are called to partner with other churches and streams at local, national and international levels for the extension of the kingdom of God.
HCC Statement of Faith
Everyone depends on anything they believe in. And every belief is based on something they thought it was correct, although they maybe "sincerely wrong." Hosanna Christian Church would never be wrong! As a local church of the great Body of Jesus, HCC believes on doctrines called Statement of Faith, that is based solely on the Word of God, the Bible. The Bible is authored by the almighty God Who never makes mistakes. Our Statement of Faith serves as the skeleton of the church. With it, the church can withstand the demands of wavering beliefs around us, specifically cultic doctrines. Statement of Faith clarifies all grey areas--when in doubt, members and non-members alike, may read through these statements including the supporting Scriptures.
HCC Leadership Code of Ethics
Leadership Code of Ethics is a guide used in performing duties with trustworthiness and integrity of the church leaders. God appoints leaders to look after the affairs of the church. Hence, there are notable qualifications that the Bible has set for leaders: They should be above reproach, sober-minded, self-controlled, respectable, hospitable and able to teach (1 Timothy 3:2). In addition, they should be dignified, not double-tongued, not addicted to wine, and not greedy for dishonest gain (1 Timothy 3:8). At our church, the leadership is composed of Ministry Leaders and Support Leaders. Both types of leaders adhere to the same Code of Ethics, although they may differ in the gravity of their responsibilities.