Our Values

1. Knowing, Glorifying, and Enjoying God

We make it our purpose to know, glorify, and enjoy the Triune God in everything we do. We want to know Him through His Word and through His Works in us, around us, and through us. We want to glorify Him through every intention of our hearts, labour of our minds, and the fruit of our hands. We want to find the depths of our joy in Him as we get to know Him and glorify Him more and more.

2. Living by the Word

The Word of God is our foundation, guiding principle, and final authority, directing every facet of our lives and our ministry. We are dedicated to ensuring our actions and teaching reflect God’s wisdom and truth. In every endeavor, we seek to honor God’s Word, acknowledging it as the ultimate source of truth, inspiration, and direction for our ministry.

3. Christ-Centered Purpose

Our ministry is more than a mission; it’s a calling. In every strategy and interaction, the teachings and example of Jesus guide us. We strive not only to evangelize and disciple but to embody the grace, truth, and love of Christ in the missional complexity of reaching the unreached peoples of Afghanistan.

4. Prayerful Foundation

Our actions are undergirded by prayer, reflecting our dependence on God for guidance, strength, and provision. This spiritual discipline is the cornerstone of our ministry, shaping our strategies, and sustaining our team.

5. Collaborative Unity in Diversity

We recognize the fractured nature of our world and, in response, choose to stand united in our diversity, reflecting the manifold wisdom of God displayed in the unity and beauty of Christ’s body. Our collective strength lies in our differences, joined by a shared faith and our common goal of witnessing the Kingdom of God flourish in Afghanistan. This is displayed through collaboration with local leaders, communities, and global partners. We uniquely esteem and honour the local church, striving to build, encourage, and partner with the local body of believers whenever possible.

6. Ethical Integrity

We strive to adhere to the highest standards of ethical conduct, transparent in our endeavors, and accountable in our actions. We want to build relationships based on trust, invite genuine engagement, and foster connections built on mutual respect.

7. Servanthood

We adopt a posture of servanthood, prioritizing the well-being and empowerment of the Afghan Christian community. Our leadership is not about asserting dominance but about elevating others, equipping, and encouraging them to discover their God-given purpose in His mission to make Himself known among the unreached peoples of Afghanistan.

8. Courage and Wisdom

Inspired by the unwavering examples of our Lord, His apostles, and the Christian saints throughout history, who lived and died for the sake of the Gospel, we want to live lives of unshakable courage and perseverance in the face of opposition and persecution. We want to navigate challenges with a courage and a wisdom that comes from convictions based on the Word of God and power that comes from the Holy Spirit of God. Our work is often a path through the wilderness, requiring boldness to speak the truth and act, tempered with wisdom to know when to speak, when to listen, and when to remain still before Him.

9. Cultural Humility

We engage with the rich tapestry of Afghan culture with humility and respect. This is a journey of learning, understanding, and honouring the heritage of those we seek to serve, recognizing that the Gospel does not erase culture but fulfills it.

10. Empathetic Compassion

At our core is a compassion that sees beyond circumstances, reaching out to meet the spiritual and physical needs of the Afghan people. This compassion is the hands and feet of Jesus, a tangible expression of His love and mercy.

11. Innovative Stewardship

We steward the resources entrusted to us with creativity and innovation, seeking out new avenues to share the Gospel effectively. Our stewardship ensures that our impact is both significant and sustainable.

In embracing these values, Lumens of Truth aspires to be a conduit of God’s love, a catalyst for change, and an example of hope for the unreached peoples of Afghanistan. May the Lord help us as we strive to live by these values!