Who We Are
Soteria Meaning: The Greek word "soteria" (σωτηρία) translates to "salvation" in English. It derives from the root word "soter" (σωτήρ), meaning "savior" or "deliverer." In a broader sense, "soteria" encompasses concepts of deliverance, preservation, and safety, often referring to spiritual salvation, where it signifies the deliverance from sin and its consequences, leading to eternal life with Jesus. In addition to its spiritual implications, "soteria" can also refer to physical safety or rescue in various contexts.
Vision: To take God’s goodness, true nature, and Gospel as far and as deep as possible all over Japan.
Mission Statement: To reach and disciple as many people as possible with the word of God so they can experience a relationship with Jesus and help spread the Good News throughout Japan.
Core Values
The Word of God
God’s Word is our foundation and final authority for faith, life and truth. We are committed to believing, knowing, living, and teaching according to Scripture, allowing it to shape everything we believe and everything we do.
2 Timothy 3:16–17; Psalm 119:105
Integrity
We seek to honor God by being the same people in private that we are in public. We value accountability, faithfulness, honesty, and humility, choosing to do what is right even when no one is watching.
Proverbs 10:9; Colossians 3:23
Relationships
We believe God designed us to grow and live together. We intentionally build genuine, Christ-centered relationships marked by encouragement, forgiveness, grace, love, and unity.
John 13:34–35; Hebrews 10:24–25
Abiding in Christ
Jesus is not simply part of our lives—He is the source of our lives. We pursue a daily, personal relationship with Him, depending on His presence and strength and allowing His life to produce fruit through us.
John 15:4–5; Galatians 2:20
People
Every person matters to God, so every person matters to us. We value people from every background and season of life, seeing each person as someone created in God’s image, deeply loved by Him, and worth reaching, serving, and caring for.
John 3:16; Luke 15:1–7
Discipleship
We are committed to becoming more like Jesus and helping others do the same. Discipleship is a lifelong journey of following Christ, growing in His Word, obeying His teachings, and equipping others to follow Him and make disciples.
Matthew 28:19–20; Luke 9:23
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