Living Our Mission
KNOW | GROW | GO
Our heart is for you to KNOW Jesus, believing in Christ alone to be Savior of sins and Lord of your life. Simply put: know Jesus, know life. No Jesus, no life.
Our Sunday Worship Service at 10:30 AM is a space for you to know Jesus. In addition, we offer a variety of gatherings that are intended to give you the opportunity to know Jesus and explore your faith. John 17:3; Philippians 3:7-11
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Our heart is for you to GROW in your walk with Jesus. As you grow in Jesus, you’ll see the fruit of the Holy Spirit impact every part of your life.
To grow individually, Jesus calls us to abide in Him. As followers of Jesus, we grow in Jesus by remaining connected to Jesus. Here’s a place to start: take time to read the Bible, pray, worship, and obey, which bears fruit. John 15:1-11; 2 Peter 3:18; Galatians 5:22-23
To grow communally, Scripture calls us to gather together so we can encourage one another to walk with Jesus. Hebrews 10:24; John 15:12-15
We have two weekly options for you to grow:
Sunday School - a space to grow in theology and knowledge of God.
Small Groups - a space to grow in community and "one another’s".
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Our heart is for you to GO share Jesus with the world. God’s heart from Genesis to Revelation is that all people will come to know Jesus, so we are compelled to joyfully share the Gospel to everyone, everywhere.
In a world of darkness and brokenness, we go with the message of light and hope, because in Jesus we find new life now and for all eternity. 2 Corinthians 5:17-21; Matthew 28:18-20; John 20:31
Connect with the Church Office to find out ways to share Jesus and serve others.
Our Mission
To boldly proclaim the gospel and motivate believers to maturity in Christ.
Our Values
We value being a church that is biblical, vibrant, and loving.
Core Values
01
BIBLICAL
We are uncompromisingly and unapologetically committed to the Bible. We wholeheartedly believe the Bible is the Spirit-inspired, inerrant, complete, and authoritative Word of God.
(2 Timothy 3:16-17; 2 Peter 1:20-21; Isaiah 55:11; Matthew 4:4; Revelation 22:18-19)
02
VIBRANT
We are joyfully and passionately committed to walking in obedience to Jesus, together.
(Acts 2:37-47; Romans 6:1-4; Matthew 28:18-20; 2 John 4; Luke 9:23)
03
LOVING
We are purposefully and missionally committed to sacrificial love and radical generosity in a time of individuality and scarcity.
(John 13:34-35; 1 Corinthians 13:1-13; Hebrews 10:22-24; 2 Corinthians 8:1)
Our History
A rich history in Downers Grove, Illinois, since 1851
First Baptist Church of Downers Grove has been serving the Lord for over 170 years! Established in 1851, the Lord has been at work in and through our church in Downers Grove. Watch our church history video to see how God blesses and provides for First Baptist Church's ministry to our community and to the world.
Our Future
First Baptist Church of Downers Grove is excited for what God has planned for the church! We strive to make disciples of all nations and to motivate them to maturity in faith. We do this by creating next steps for believers in all walks of life. Our focus now is on reaching our community and helping families come to know Jesus, grow in Jesus, and go share Jesus with others.