Sunday, July 1, 2007

What I believe...

The Essentials...
- I believe in the mystery of the Trinity
- I believe that Jesus is Lord and Savior, but also teacher and revolutionary
- I believe that the Kingdom of God exists right now, and all people are invited to fully participate in its reality
- I believe that the Bible is authoritative, revealing how people and God have been in and out of relationship

Also vitally important...
- I believe that the character and teachings of Jesus is still the best perspective for living
- I beleive in the power and hope of creativity
- I believe that a shared meal can unite people
- I believe in the potency of elevated conversations
- I believe we become better people when we have multiple and diverse communication partners
- I believe that all people yearn for significance and passion
- I believe that people actively and intentionaly in relationships with other people, can change the world
- I believe we are called to be in community, called to deeper thinking, and called to make an impact in this world
- I believe because I don't like who I am when I don't believe