Purpose

Norway for Jesus has one clear vision: to win Norway for Jesus Christ. We want to see people saved, met by God's love and grow in a real, living life with the Lord. The gospel is still "the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes" (Romans 1:16), and we will lift this message up in love, boldness and truth.

Our work should be visible both online and out among people on the streets and squares. Many people never enter a church, and therefore we go where they are, as Jesus himself did.

Our Facebook group will be a gathering place for faith and testimony. Here we want people from all over Norway to be able to share their stories of what God has done in their lives – both in writing, as audio files and as videos. Testimonies ignite hope. When someone shares what Jesus has done for them, others can have faith that He can do the same in their lives.

«For the testimony of Jesus is the spirit of prophecy» (Rev. 19:10).

A central part of our calling is to make the gospel accessible to all. That is why we want to share the word of God and give tracts to everyone. We believe in the power of the word of God, that «the word of God is living and active» (Hebrews 4:12), and that even a single tract of God’s word can plant a seed that sprouts for salvation.

This is an organization where all who feel they want to stand in this calling are warmly welcomed. We want representatives all over the country – people who want to be a local voice, a light and a testimony where they live. We want to equip and support each other, stand together in prayer and share the burdens and joys that come with ministry. Jesus says:

«For where two or three are gathered in my name, there am I in the midst of them» (Matthew 18:20).

We believe in the power of a people who pray and who stand together in love.

Norway needs the gospel. Not as a tradition, but as an encounter with the living Jesus – He who says:

«Come to me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest» (Matthew 11:28).

We will carry out this hope, in grace and truth, with faith that Jesus continues to seek and save that which is lost (Luke 19:10).

Statutes

Statutes for the organization Norway for Jesus

§ 1 Name

The organization's name is Norway for Jesus.

§ 2 Organizational form

Norway for Jesus is an independent, non-profit and non-commercial organization based on volunteer work.

§ 3 Purpose

The organization's purpose is to contribute to ensuring that the entire population of Norway can encounter Jesus Christ for salvation, deliverance and healing.

This occurs primarily through street evangelism, personal testimony, intercession and a visible presence in public spaces, as well as through dissemination via the internet, including our own website and Facebook group.

§ 4 Business

The organization conducts its activities through:

• street evangelism and booth work

• voluntary intercession and conversation service

• profiling and information work via digital platforms

All activities must be in accordance with the organization's Christian faith, values and guidelines.

§ 5 Volunteering and remuneration

All activities in the organization are based on volunteer work.

No one may receive salary, fees or other financial compensation for volunteer work performed under the auspices of the organization.

§ 6 Membership

Membership in Norway for Jesus is necessary to be able to operate in service under the organization's name and logo.

The organization may also have supporting members.

The board establishes further guidelines for membership.

§ 7 The Board

The organization is led by a board of directors that can consist of up to 7 people.

Board members hold office until they voluntarily resign or lose confidence by majority decision of the board.

The board has a quorum when the majority of board members are present.

The board meets together physically and/or digitally every other month, or as needed.

Only the board may enter into binding and binding agreements on behalf of the organization, with the exceptions stated in Section 11.

§ 8 Amendments to the Articles of Association

The board may amend the organization's statutes by majority decision of the board.

§ 9 Finances and gifts

The organization may receive gifts in the form of financial support from volunteers.

All funds received shall be used for operations, visibility and purchase of equipment related to street evangelism and the organization's purpose.

§ 10 Representation, equipment and profile

All equipment used under the organization's name and logo must be pre-approved by the board.

To ensure clear identity and recognisability, a standard equipment package determined by the board should preferably be used. This normally consists of:

• tent

• exhibition table

• one large roll-up

• one small roll-up

All materials and printing are determined by the board and must be used so that Norway for Jesus appears uniform and easily recognizable in all places where the organization is represented.

No one may represent the organization on television, podcasts, radio, the internet or other media platforms without the express permission of the board.

§ 11 Street evangelism under the organization's name

Individuals or groups who wish to engage in street evangelism under the organization's name and logo may apply to the board for:

• permission for representation

• support for necessary and approved equipment

The board decides who can represent the organization.

The following requirements apply:

• The group must consist of a minimum of 4 people

• The group must be active at least 4 times per month

• There should never be fewer than 2 people at a stand.

• The organization's VIPPS number must always be clearly displayed on all work and all stands.

Exceptions to the rule regarding binding agreements apply to persons responsible for parking spaces. These persons may enter into the necessary agreements to establish free parking spaces on streets, squares or similar, including agreements with landowners and/or municipalities.

§ 12 Use of equipment and permits

Equipment with the Norway for Jesus logo should never be used without the necessary permission from the landowner, municipality or other rights holders.

Current guidelines and orders from these must always be complied with.

In the event of a breach of this, Norway for Jesus may demand that all used equipment be handed in or returned, regardless of how much of the equipment is financed by the organization.

§ 13 Responsibility for equipment

If equipment is damaged intentionally or through negligence, the organization may claim compensation from those who are responsible for the use of the equipment at any time.

Equipment bearing the organization's logo should never be used for anything other than evangelistic work that is consistent with the organization's beliefs, purposes, and guidelines.

§ 14 Dissolution

Upon termination of the organization, all funds and materials shall be donated to actors who conduct street evangelism in accordance with the organization's purpose.

Recipients are selected by the board.

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Appendix: Faith and values that lay the foundation for Norway for Jesus

Biblical basis

Norway for Jesus holds the entire Bible – the Old and New Testaments – to be the inspired, authoritative, and infallible word of God, and the supreme guide for faith, life, and ministry. The Bible is the basis for all preaching, teaching, practice, and evaluation in the organization.

God – triune in essence

We believe in one living and true God, eternally existing in three persons:

God the Father, God the Son and God the Holy Spirit.

These three are one in essence, will, and glory..

Jesus Christ

We believe that Jesus Christ is the only begotten Son of God, true God and true man.

He was born of the Virgin Mary, lived a sinless life, died vicariously on the cross for our sins, rose bodily from the dead, and lives today as Lord and Savior.

We confess Jesus Christ as Lord of our lives, and as the only hope of salvation for humanity.

Salvation

We believe that salvation is by grace alone, through faith alone, in Jesus Christ alone.

No one can be saved through their own works, religious achievement, or moral improvement, but only through repentance and personal faith in Jesus Christ.

The Holy Spirit

We believe in the work of the Holy Spirit in the world and in the life of the believer today.

The Holy Spirit convicts of sin, gives new birth, equips for service, leads in truth, and empowers to live a life to the glory of God.

We believe that the gifts of the Spirit are given to build up the body of Christ and to witness to the power of the gospel through preaching, healing, deliverance, and love in action.

The Church – the Body of Christ

We believe that all born-again Christians constitute the body of Christ on earth today, of which Jesus Christ himself is the head.

The church's calling is to be light and salt, to live in love and truth, and to reach all people with the gospel of Jesus Christ for salvation, deliverance, and healing.

Baptism

We believe that baptism is an act of obedience based on personal faith and confession of Jesus Christ as Lord.

Baptism testifies to the new life in Christ and identification with His death and resurrection.

Cohabitation and marriage

We believe that marriage was instituted by God and that the form of life that God has approved is marriage between one man and one woman.

This is understood as the framework for cohabitation, family, and sexual intercourse, as the Bible teaches.

Life and successor

We believe that the Christian life is a life of following Jesus Christ.

This involves a life characterized by repentance, sanctification, love, humility, and a willingness to serve God and people.

We seek to live in accordance with the ethical and moral guidance of the Bible, in dependence on God's grace.

Mission and calling

We believe that Jesus' mission commission applies to all believers today.

Norway for Jesus is called to preach the gospel boldly and clearly in public spaces, and to meet people with truth, grace, and practical love.

Our desire is to see people come to faith in Jesus Christ, be set free, and experience the healing power of God.

Values

Norway for Jesus wants to live and work in line with the following values:

• Biblical faithfulness

• Love and respect for all people

• Humility and servant leadership

• Boldness in testimony and preaching

• Responsibility, honesty and transparency

All work should be done in the name of Jesus, for the glory of God, and in love for people.