EPISODE 0194 | Church Values Part 2.1
THESE NOTES ACCOMPANY EPISODE 0194
In this episode, Pastor Stephen and Pastor Daniel, and Pastor Nate walk through the foundational values that shape everything we do at Vintage Church. These aren't just aspirational statements—they’re deeply biblical principles that form our culture, direct our decision-making, and shape our people. From biblical literacy to surrendered lives, spiritual family to authentic leadership, this conversation pulls back the curtain on the heartbeat of our house. Whether you're new to Vintage or have been around for years, this episode will give you clarity, challenge, and vision for what it means to be part of a Kingdom culture.
Main Topics Covered:
✔️ Why values matter more than systems or strategies
✔️ The difference between biblical literacy and biblical familiarity
✔️ What a "surrendered life" actually looks like in practice
✔️ How spiritual family is forged—not found
✔️ Why leadership starts with authenticity, not titles
✔️ The importance of faith and generosity in spiritual growth
✔️ How the Church can be a place of both healing and holiness
Key Scriptures:
📖 Romans 12:2 – “Be transformed by the renewing of your mind...”
📖 Acts 2:42–47 – The model of the early Church
📖 Hebrews 13:17 – “Have confidence in your leaders and submit to their authority...”
📖 2 Timothy 3:16 – “All Scripture is God-breathed...”
📖 Matthew 28:19–20 – The Great Commission
Key Takeaways:
🔹 Values create culture, and culture shapes people.
🔹 You can’t follow Jesus without letting Him lead every part of your life.
🔹 Church isn’t a crowd—it’s a covenant community of spiritual family.
🔹 Biblical literacy isn’t optional—it’s essential for maturity.
🔹 The future of the Church depends on leaders who are both healthy and holy.
🔹 Your generosity is a reflection of your trust in God’s provision and purpose.
🎧 Listen now and take a deeper step into the life God is building through His Church.
Resources
The Better Planner™ is a personal planner designed by Pastor Stephen to help you map out all the different aspects of success and personal growth on your way to better.
The foundation of the Better Planner™ is the practice of defining and reaching your personal vision. The other principles for growth all integrate with and flow out of this essential step. As you develop and record the insights you receive from God and His design for your life, the Better Planner™ will lead you through a step-by-step process to become better.
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