Faith Steps

At First Baptist, we aim to provide a holistic approach to being a follower of Christ, at every stage of life. Explore the specific goals within each age group as we seek to know Christ, grow in Christ, and show Christ to others.

• Knowing the books of the Bible
• Being able to quote and use a life verse
• Knowing important Bible verses and references
• Knowing important key passages
• Being able to place key biblical persons and events in historical perspective
• Knowing the key passage for the Children’s Ministry at First Baptist Church

Growing in Christ through a Foundational Understanding of the Church

• Participating in church life (Sunday School, worship services, First Kids' Club)
• Understanding the meaning and importance of the church ordinances: Lord's Supper and baptism
• Being able to verbalize a memorized prayer or pledge (Lord’s Prayer, Christian Flag, and Bible)
• Being able to verbalize a non-memorized prayer
• Being familiar with foundational hymns and songs of the church
• Understanding Baptist heritage and the history of First Baptist Church
• Understanding Christian symbols and colors of the church year
• Understanding basic theological concepts
• Understanding “Christlikeness” by practicing habits for spiritual growth (daily Bible reading, prayer, journaling, worship, bringing Bible, tithing)
• Having the opportunity to respond to the call of the gospel

Showing Christ to Other through a Foundational Understanding of God at Work

• Recognizing the work of God in the world
• Understanding what it means to be the “hands of Christ"
• Planning and carrying out projects and missions activities that touch lives

Click here to learn about Celebrating Steps of Faith with your child.

For more information contact Denel James, Minister to Children.



The Student Faith Journey
The process of student discipleship for First Baptist Church is outlined in seven basic principles. Our goal for student ministry is to instill in students in grades 6-12 the seven basic principles that will impact them for eternity.

Knowing Christ

• Developing Authentic Faith. We want students to trust God with the critical areas of their lives. Proverbs 3:5-6

Growing in Christ

• Focusing on Spiritual Disciplines. We want students to see as God sees, then do as God says. Romans 12:2
• Recognizing Ultimate Authority. We want students to submit to the authority God has placed over them. Romans 13:1-2
• Developing Moral Boundaries. We want students to establish and maintain godly moral boundaries. 1 Thessalonians 4:3-8
• Making Wise Choices. We want students to make wise choices in every area of their lives. Ephesians 5:15-17

Showing Christ to Others

• Building Healthy Friendships. We want students to establish healthy friendships and avoid unhealthy ones. Proverbs 13:12
• Placing Others First. We want students to put the needs of others before their own needs. Philippians 2:3-11

For more information, contact Hambric Brooks, Associate Pastor of Students and Missions


The Adult Faith Journey
The aim of the adult faith journey at First Baptist Church is to provide an environment that encourages and equips adults of all ages to grow toward full maturity in Christ so that everyone may radiate Christ’s love to others. This is a life-long process of seeking and maintaining a relationship with God by becoming more and more like Christ in beliefs and behaviors.

Knowing Christ

• Beginning the journey as a spiritual seeker
• Committing one’s life to Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord
• Being baptized as an expression of one’s commitment to following Christ
• Committing to meaningful membership in First Baptist Church

Growing in Christ

• Cultivating one’s faith through regular participation in a small group Bible study on Sundays or during the week
• Seeking to maintain a pattern of consistent participation in corporate worship experiences
• Spending time daily with God through prayer and learning His Word
• Practicing biblical stewardship by honoring God with one’s time, talents, and material resources
• Using one’s spiritual gifts to serve in or through the church
• Striving to live ethically before God and others

Showing Christ to Others

• Committing to lifestyle evangelism: radiating Christ’s love in word and deed in the church community and beyond
• Seeking a meaningful friendship with a person of another age group, gender or ethnicity
• Encouraging or mentoring a fellow believer toward greater Christ-likeness
• Committing to equip oneself for effective ministry leadership as God calls

For more information, contact Brian McCartney, Minister of Education