
Key Pillars
Our Core Values
At LICC, we live by LEAD - Love, Excellence, Accountability and Discipleship. They guide our decisions and shape our culture
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Love
Love is at the very heart of who we are. We love because God Himself is love, and He first loved us. His love shapes our identity, guides our actions, and defines how we treat one another. Everything we do – every conversation, every decision, every interaction – is wrapped in the understanding that we are deeply loved by God and called to reflect that love to the world.
Our love begins with God. We love Him passionately, we pursue Him intentionally, and we honour the things that matter to Him. Because God treasures people, we treasure people too. We love God’s family, we love His house, and we love His work. This love is not distant or formal; it shows up in simple, everyday ways – through kindness, patience, humility, and genuine care for others.
Love is part of the fabric of our lives. It influences how we speak, how we serve, and how we show up for one another. We give with love, not obligation. We correct with love, not pride. We pray with love, not routine. Even in moments of tension or misunderstanding, love is the lens through which we respond. It is the force that steadies our hearts and keeps our relationships healthy and honouring to God.
Above all, love is our culture. It is a value we hold dear and a lifestyle we choose daily. It is not something we say; it is something we live. When people walk through our doors, we want them to feel the warmth, acceptance, and compassion that flow from a community shaped by God’s love. In everything we do, we choose the way of love – because love is who God is, and love is who we are becoming.
Excellence
Excellence is our response to who God is and what He has done for us. Our God deserves the best, and He deserves our best – because He first gave us His very best. Every gift, every opportunity, and every breath we have comes from Him, and we honour Him by refusing to live casually with what He has entrusted to us. If it is not done with excellence, it is not worthy of the God we serve.
Excellence means doing everything with intention and care. It shows up in the way we serve, the way we prepare, the way we speak, and the way we represent God to others. Whether it is leading a service, cleaning a room, welcoming a guest, or doing our daily work, excellence says, “This matters to God, so it matters to me.” Know that excellence is not about perfection; it is about giving your best with what you have, where you are.
Excellence is our culture, and it calls us to keep growing. It challenges us to do better than we did yesterday, to learn, to improve, and to refuse complacency. Our walk with God deserves excellence – how we pray, study His Word, and obey His voice. Our work for God deserves excellence – how we serve, plan, and follow through. Our relationships deserve excellence – how we listen, honour, forgive, and love one another.
When we take excellence seriously, we honour God and inspire people. Avoiding shortcuts, showing up prepared, and taking responsibility for our actions reflect a heart that understands stewardship. Excellence is not reserved for a few; it is a standard for all of us. As a church family, we choose to give God our best, trusting that when excellence becomes our lifestyle, God is glorified and lives are transformed.
Accountability
Accountability begins with our awareness that we belong to God. We are not our own – we were bought with a price – and that truth shapes how we live every day. We carry a sense of commitment and responsibility to the One who saved us. Like Joseph, we live with the understanding that God’s eyes are always on us, not to condemn us, but to guide and strengthen us. This awareness helps us make choices that honour Him, even when no one else is watching.
Accountability also means being responsible with the life God has entrusted to us. Our words, our actions, our decisions, and even our quiet moments matter. We cannot live carelessly or without direction. Instead, we choose to live intentionally, knowing that our lives reflect the God we serve. Accountability pushes us to be honest with ourselves, to admit when we fall short, and to grow in discipline and integrity.
We are part of a spiritual family, and that family comes with shared responsibility. Accountability means we show up for one another, we tell the truth in love, and we allow others to speak into our lives. It means we don’t isolate ourselves, but we walk together, grow together, and support one another. Being part of God’s family is not just a privilege – it is a commitment to live in a way that strengthens the whole body.
This value reminds us that our choices affect more than just us. Accountability protects our character, builds trust, and keeps our church family strong. It challenges us to rise above excuses, to be dependable, and to honour the commitments we make. When we embrace accountability, we grow into mature believers who live with purpose and integrity – people who bring joy to God and strength to His church.
Discipleship
Discipleship is at the centre of our calling. Jesus didn’t just ask us to follow Him – He commanded us to make disciples of all nations. We are not only God’s children; we are also disciples of Jesus. This means our faith is not passive. It is active, intentional, and growing. We follow Him with purpose, knowing that discipleship is the natural response of a heart that loves God.
To be a disciple is to walk in the footsteps of Jesus. We study His life, copy His ways, and learn from His example. He becomes our model for how to speak, how to love, how to forgive, and how to serve. Discipleship is not about being perfect; it is about being willing – willing to learn, willing to change, and willing to let Jesus shape our lives day by day.
And just as we follow Jesus, we help others do the same. Everyone who comes to Christ is invited into the same journey of growth. We teach them the life of Jesus, His principles, and His heart. We don’t simply introduce people to salvation; we walk with them as they mature in their faith. Discipleship is personal, relational, and consistent – it is how spiritual babies become strong believers.
This is our church culture. We choose to grow, and we choose to help others grow. We refuse to settle for shallow Christianity. Instead, we embrace a lifestyle of learning, obedience, and transformation. Discipleship strengthens us, unites us, and keeps our focus on Jesus. As a church family, we encourage one another to stay on this path, knowing that following Jesus fully is the greatest journey we will ever take.
