We want to help every person in Tampa (and beyond) make a genuine commitment to follow Jesus and then follow through with that commitment in Christ and Thrive in life. These Thriving disciples should Dig In to the Bible, Grow Up in Christ, and Branch Out into the community.
What is a thriving life in Christ? Scripture says that Jesus Christ came “that they may have life, and have it abundantly.” Our mission in the city of Tampa is to make disciples who follow the pattern of the believer in Psalm 1, and desire God’s glory above all things.
We aim to accomplish our mission by equipping our members to Dig In to God’s word of God, to Grow Up to become more like Christ, and to Branch Out and bear fruit for the kingdom of God.
We prioritize engagement with Scripture through:
Sunday Morning Core Groups: Bible study and community meet every Sunday at 9:30 AM before worship, for all age groups.
Wednesday Night Discipleship Classes: Rotating classes that dive deeper into various biblical topics.
We foster spiritual growth by:
Core Groups: Bible study that encourages application in daily life, alongside meaningful community.
Discipleship Classes: Classes addressing different aspects of Christian living, helping members grow in faith.
D-Groups: Small groups for accountability, prayer, and Scripture memory, fostering deeper relationships with God and each other.
We empower our members to live out their faith by:
Serving in the Church: Volunteering in ministries like children’s ministry, worship, and outreach.
Local Outreach: Partnering with community organizations and serving our neighbors.
Global Missions: Supporting and going on mission trips, advancing God’s Kingdom around the world.
We also encourage our members to use our measures as a means of measuring their spiritual growth in their walk towards the Lord.
At First Baptist Church of Tampa, we stand on the unchanging truth of God’s Word and are committed to living out our faith in Jesus Christ. Everything we do flows from the hope and purpose found in the gospel.
We believe God’s Word is a lamp to our feet and a light to our path, guiding us in truth and love. As a church family, we strive to grow in our relationship with God, love one another as Christ loves us, and share the good news of salvation with our community and the world.
We affirm the Baptist Faith and Message 2000, which is reproduced below in its entirety.
We aim to accomplish our mission by equipping our members to Dig In to God’s word of God, to Grow Up to become more like Christ, and to Branch Out and bear fruit for the kingdom of God.
We prioritize engagement with Scripture through:
Sunday Morning Core Groups: Bible study and community meet every Sunday at 9:30 AM before worship, for all age groups.
Wednesday Night Discipleship Classes: Rotating classes that dive deeper into various biblical topics.
We foster spiritual growth by:
Core Groups: Bible study that encourages application in daily life, alongside meaningful community.
Discipleship Classes: Classes addressing different aspects of Christian living, helping members grow in faith.
D-Groups: Small groups for accountability, prayer, and Scripture memory, fostering deeper relationships with God and each other.
We empower our members to live out their faith by:
Serving in the Church: Volunteering in ministries like children’s ministry, worship, and outreach.
Local Outreach: Partnering with community organizations and serving our neighbors.
Global Missions: Supporting and going on mission trips, advancing God’s Kingdom around the world.
We also encourage our members to use our measures as a means of measuring their spiritual growth in their walk towards the Lord.
Phone: (813) 251-2425 | Location: 302 W Kennedy Blvd., Tampa, FL 33606.
