Our purpose is to make disciples of all nations, beginning in Danville and Boyle County and extending world-wide, walking in fellowship with Christ, filled with the Holy Spirit, fulfilling the command of Christ to love God supremely and others as ourselves.

Christian Objectives at First Baptist Church

Evangelism

• Witnessing in our community
• Witnessing Worldwide

Discipleship

• Grow in the knowledge of God through spiritual discipline
• Relating to God and others
• Obeying Christ
• Walking in the Spirit

Ministry

• Concept of Servant Hood
• Concern for others
• Compassion upon others
• Care of others

Fellowship

• Salvation
• God's Family
• One with Christ
• United in Love

Christian Principles at First Baptist Church

Truth
Proclaim God's Word as Truth and Apply it to People's Lives

Worship
Worship God Every Week in Spirit and in Truth

Leadership
Develop Christ-Centered Leaders Who Lead by Example

Excellence
Do Your Best in Every Area of Service

Faith
Be Willing to Step Out with a Bold Faith and Take Risks

Harmony
Maintain a Spirit of Harmony

Participation
Expect the Congregation to Participate in Every Area of Ministry

Fellowship
Continually Practice Agape Love for One Another

Stewardship
Give Generously of God's Resources as a Church and as Individuals

Evangelism
Commit Enthusiastically to Evangelism as Your Primary Mission