BECOME A WAYPOINT PARTNER
OUR VISION
“We point the way to Jesus by loving others the way Jesus loves us.”
In John 13:34-35, Jesus makes it clear that our love for one another is one of the most significant markers of a follower of Him.
The early community of Jesus’ followers lived this out. Their resources and lives were shared freely, so much so that the surrounding communities looked in and wondered what was happening there. What would it look like to be a church that is passionately committed to God’s word, to each other, and to the mission of Jesus? That is what we are called to at Waypoint. To point the way to Jesus by loving others the way Jesus loves us.
“Covenant” is the biblical language for an agreement or promise. Our Partnership Covenant gives Waypoint’s elders/pastors a chance to make some promises to you while you make some promises to your church.
We understand that life brings many changes, so our partnerships are for one calendar year. We have the chance to renew our commitment to one another in January each year.
OUR BELIEFS
To be a part of the church means we are much more than spectators; in fact, it means we are doing life together and sharing the ministry of the Gospel. We are partners who are better together. (See Romans 12:4-5, Hebrews 10:24, 1 Thessalonians 5:11 & Acts 2:46)
When choosing a local church to partner with, it is critically important that you know what that church believes. Before becoming a Partner at Waypoint, we encourage you to understand our fundamental biblical and theological beliefs. If there is anything in our doctrine that you explicitly reject, we ask that you gracefully refrain from pursuing a Partnership Covenant with Waypoint and reach out to your Group leader or a pastor/elder to discuss any questions. Visit our Statement of Faith page to learn more.
OUR PROMISE
Our Elders/Pastors Promise to:
- Appoint elders and deacons (including staff members) according to the scriptures (1 Timothy 3:1-13; Titus 1:5-9; 1 Peter 5:1-4).
- Pursue the Spirit’s guidance while leading the church and stewarding her resources well (Acts 20:28; 1 Peter 5:1-4).
- Care for the church by shepherding her well, praying for her, teaching the scriptures, equipping people for ministry, protecting her from false teachers, and lovingly exercising correction when necessary (Matthew 7:15; 18:15-20; 28:16-20; Ephesians 4:11-16; James 5:14; 1 Peter 5:1-4; Acts 20:27-31; 1 Corinthians 5; Galatians 6:1; 1 Timothy 1:3-7; 4:16; 2 Timothy 4:1-5; 1 John 4:1).
- Lead by example in following all that is found in the Partnership Covenant (Philippians 3:17; 1 Timothy 4:12; Titus 2:7-8; 1 Peter 5:3).
YOUR PROMISE
Your Promise to the Church to:
- Regularly read the Bible, and prayerfully submit to its authority in your life Psalm 119; Acts 17:11; 2 Timothy 3:14-17; 2 Peter 1:19-21).
- Regularly participate in our weekend worship gatherings and, more importantly, be active in a Life Group (or similar) during the week (Acts 2:42-47; Hebrews 10:23-25).
- Regularly serve in the church (Titus 3:14).
- Follow the commands of scripture and the example of Jesus by making disciples and participating in the church’s sacraments, such as communion and baptism after your profession of faith (Acts 2:38; 10:48; Romans 6:4; 1 Corinthians 11:24-27).
- Carefully oversee (steward) the resources God has given you and financially give a tithe of your income regularly, sacrificially, and cheerfully (Matthew 25:14-20; Romans 12:1-2; 2 Corinthians 8-9; 1 Peter 4:10-11).
- Submit to the discipline of God within the church when other Christ-Followers and the church’s elders/pastors approach you biblically with concerns. As well as, follow biblical guidelines when you need to come to others who are in sin, avoiding gossip at all costs (Psalm 141:5; Matthew 18:15-20; 1 Corinthians 5:9-13; Hebrews 12:5-11).
- Prayerfully vote on matters mentioned in Article 5 of our Bylaws. Ask our office for a copy of our bylaws to learn more.