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THRIVE is a training program for youth and teens in the New Apostolic Church. Our doctrine is Bible-based, and our vision is to teach the Gospel to all people in preparation for Christ’s coming.
THRIVE
Transform your nature, using Jesus as your example
- exemplifying the fruit of the Spirit as Jesus did. Use them to measure your spiritual maturity. (Galatians 5:22-23)
- forgiving as Jesus forgave, unconditionally and fully (Matthew 6:12, 18:21-22, Luke 17:3)
- being engaged and present when celebrating Holy Communion to experience its transformational power. (1 Corinthians 11:24)
Help spread the Gospel
- sharing how God’s plan of salvation has impacted you. (2 Timothy 2:2, Ephesians 1:13)
- being a disciple of Jesus Christ. (John 13:34-35)
- living and leading like Jesus, in word and deed. (Colossians 3:17)
Respond to the call to serve
- discovering and developing your spiritual gifts and engaging in the congregation by using those gifts. (Ephesians 4:11-16)
- edifying the Body of Christ by acknowledging and appreciating the gifts of others. (1 Corinthians 12:4-27)
- showing your love for Jesus through helping your family, congregation, community, and those in need. (Luke 10:30-37, Matthew 25:35-40, Mark 9:35)
- directly serving Jesus Christ. (Romans 14:17-19)
Invest in your spiritual health
- praying. Prayer cultivates a relationship with God and helps deepen your knowledge of Him and yourself. (Colossians 4:2)
- reading and studying the Bible. The Holy Scripture is inspired by God’s word and equips us for righteousness. (2 Timothy 3:16-17)
- actively partaking in the divine service experience and celebrating the presence of the Triune God, allowing the encounter to transform your daily life. (Romans 10:17, 1 Corinthians 11:23-29)
- continually pursuing knowledge of the Triune God through the Gospel so that your thinking is not static, but is constantly renewed. (Romans 12:2, John 17:3)
- worshipping together. (Psalm 29:2, 1 Chronicles 29:10-15)
Value the Church
- giving voluntary offerings to God in appreciation and thanksgiving for that which He has provided for you. (1 Chronicles 29:9, Luke 21:1-4)
- tithing and expressing your desire to participate in the church of Christ which God has established. (2 Corinthians 9:7, Matthew 10:8)
- engaging in intentional community by sharing your life and spiritual journey with others through fellowship. (Acts 2:42-47, 1 John 1:3, 1 Corinthians 12:25-27)
- praying for others. (Philippians 2:3-4, Galatians 6:2)
Embrace the promise of Jesus Christ’s return
- being future-oriented and focusing on His promise. (Philippians 3:12-14)
- preparing for it by applying the Gospel to every part of your life. (John 14:3)