These are important because they will shape the community of NBC. They are culture shapers. When we meet in 7-24 groups, the leaders are encouraged to keep these in mind to help the students to move past the surface level answers and go deeper in their understanding.
Ask the Next Question - When someone shares something which needs clarification, ASK in order to spot the lies that are blinding and holding them back.
Speak to the Unspoken - Don't be shy about the things that really matter but are often not spoken of - don't let secret sins and struggles stay secret and don't give Satan the foothold of secrecy.
Go to the Word of God - The Word of God is living and active - authoritative, trustworthy and relevant, so we integrate it consistently in disciplining and teaching (Hebrews 4:12, Joshua 1:8). The Word of God is our basis of truth because it never fails.
Spot the Lie - As disciples we need to be able to point out the lies in people's beliefs, opinions, choices and feelings. Use the Word of God as the ruler to measure if what a person is saying, feeling or doing is out of love and is righteous, true, and just.
Don't Just Relent, Repent - Often when we realize we have been sinning or believing a lie, we simply determine to stop doing it. But what we need to do is confess one to another, to repent of our sin and ask God to forgive us in Jesus' name.
His Expectations, Not Mine! - We can help others realize when their expectations are self-seeking and not Christ-centered simply by challenging them to think about their expectations in the situation and where those expectations come from.
Core Mission - As we walk together in everyday life, we strive through the power of the Holy Spirit and obedience to the Word of God, to grow passionate, honest, loving, and selfless servants of Jesus Christ.