Who We Are
Core Values
These seven values shape who we are and how we live as a church family at Cedar Ridge.
Grace
Appreciating God’s grace as we receive it and extend it to one another. As we embrace God’s grace that begins with our own salvation, we live with a greater awareness of forgiveness and freedom. That awareness leads us to demonstrate grace to others as Jesus did.
Truth
Seeking to understand God’s word and His direction for our lives. We see ourselves as pursuers of truth, not as the containers of truth. The Bible contains the most important spiritual truths, so we have a passion for reading, understanding, and applying the scriptures to our lives.
Prayer
Communicating with God by talking to Him regularly, extensively, and earnestly. Prayer is a beautiful gift of God that allows us to be in constant communication with our loving Father. It is the only way to victory in spiritual warfare.
Hospitality
Welcoming others into our church, our homes, and our lives. God has welcomed us as a stranger on His doorstep. We had nothing to offer Him, and He had everything to offer us. We invite others into our lives in the same way — expecting nothing, only wanting to share what we have.
Community
Building relationships with each other as we follow Jesus together. Christian community is built through one-to-one discipling relationships, as well as in small group and larger group gatherings. We deepen relationships through sharing our lives, our joys, our sorrows, and our struggles.
Variety
Celebrating our different experiences, perspectives, gifts, and personalities. We have a unity that doesn’t come from looking or acting the same, but through our beliefs, shared values, and common goals.
Passion
Serving Jesus fervently through the transforming power of the Holy Spirit. Our lives of service are not dutiful and boring — we are being transformed into the image of Christ which means our obedience comes from a place of devotion and enthusiasm.