The ABCSA exists as a diverse association of Bible-driven churches spanning a large geographical area. The association is made up of a rich variety of languages, ethnicities, cultures, ministry contexts, and theological convictions. This variety is an asset and holds immense potential for spreading the gospel. If not properly controlled, managed, and defined, there is the potential for division and even apostasy. We must firmly establish the foundations of our unity. We need to celebrate the non-negotiable core values we have in common.
Finally, we need to celebrate the basis of our unity within our diversity without having to become uniform. We need a Statement of Beliefs that can be defined Biblically, one that can unite us without conscientious objection. The stronger and more clearly defined our shared belief is, the stronger our unity will be too. In a Biblical Association of Christian congregations that want to maintain, empower, and celebrate our diversity, it is imperative that we spell out very clearly what it means to be a Biblical Christian.
To equip pastors to lead their congregations to spiritual maturity. Colossians 1:28–29 (NKJV) “Him we preach, warning every man and teaching every man in all wisdom, that we may present every man perfect in Christ Jesus. To this end I also labour, striving according to His working which works in me mightily.”