Our Mission and Values

Jesus said, I am the Way, The Truth, and the Life - John 14:6

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Discipleship Framework

A comprehensive approach to spiritual growth and mission

1

Following Christ

Surrendering

"I submit myself in loving service to King."

Abiding

"I apply the Word to life until it becomes a lifestyle."

Worshipping

"I do everything for the glory of God."

2

Maturing as Believers

Gathering

"I give myself to others in relationship as Christ's body."

Equipping

"I make disciples with the life God has given me."

Loving

"I serve, care for, and encourage my brothers and sisters in Christ."

3

Multiplying Generations of Disciples

Living Sent

"I see lostness daily and among unreached people groups."

Inviting Along

"I initiate intentional relationships and conversations."

Proclaiming Christ

"I prepare myself as a witness to all people."

Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. - Matthew 28:19-20

Our Purpose

We exist to glorify God by living as a body of believers who follow Jesus wholeheartedly. As a church, we puursue three core values that reflect the heart of Christ.

Mission and core values

The Way

We walk with God in daily fellowship, trusting His plan.

We are followers of Jesus, not just fans
We depend on the Spirit, submitting our lives to His leading.
We walk in obedience, not perfection, seeking to take our next step in faith.
We believe in everyday faithfulness - in the home, at work, and in the world

The Truth

We teach and stand on God's Word as the ultimate authority.

We are Bible-saturated body who believes Scripture is true, timeless, and transformative.
We don't just learn the Word; we live it and teach it to others.
We lovingly spur one another on with truth spoken in grace.
We are committed to sound doctrine and spiritual growth.

The Life

We live in surrendered community to build God's kingdom

We are a family who serves, gives, loves, and lives on mission together.
We find joy in community that is Spirit-led and others-focused.
We surrender our preferences to see lives transformed.
We live sent - across the street and around the world. Rooted in 270, Seeded across the Globe.

Equipping Kingdom Citizens, One Person at a Time

At 12 Oaks, our mission is to equip Kingdom citizens until all have heard the Gospel. We do this by living out and sharing the habits of a true disciple — Following Christ by personally loving God, Maturing as Believers through community and mutual love, and Multiplying Generations of Disciples who live on mission and share Christ’s love with the lost.