FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF STEINHATCHEE, INC.
STEINHATCHEE, FLORIDA

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF STEINHATCHEE, INC., is an established religious organization founded on March 15, 2006. Located in Steinhatchee, Taylor County, Florida, the church aims to serve as 'A Lighthouse on the Gulf,' focusing its efforts on exalting Jesus Christ through worship. It places particular emphasis on obedience to Christ and fulfilling The Great Commandment by loving God, striving to fulfill The Great Commission both locally and globally via Faith Promise Missions. A pillar of their mission is adherence to The Golden Rule, promoting a lifestyle that prioritizes treating others with respect and kindness. The church believes in the divine nature of the Holy Spirit as co-equal with God the Father and God the Son, active in creation, restraining evil, convicting sinners, and empowering believers. Repentance and faith are seen as vital spiritual obligations facilitated by the Spirit's prompting. Missionary work is integral to their mission, driven by clear Scriptural mandates for spreading faith globally. Their scriptural interpretation suggests that preaching should be entrusted to those meeting strict qualifications outlined in 1 Timothy 3:1-7, distinguishing between roles such as preacher and deacon. Financial stewardship through scriptural giving is a foundational practice, urging members to contribute regularly to the church's common treasury to enable their operations. The church echoes Proverbs 19:17, affirming that acts of kindness are acts of faith for God. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF STEINHATCHEE values demonstrating love towards everyone, including non-believers and adversaries, promoting peace, patience, humility, and prayer instead of strife or revenge. This philosophy embodies a deep commitment to Christ-like mercy and community engagement. The church is currently registered with the Florida Department of State under Filed Number N06000002923, with its corporate status reinstated on June 14, 2023. Directors include Richard Carmichael, Marcia L Bratcher, and Fred Mitchell. The organization uses mailing address P.O. BOX 342, 615 Riverside Dr SE, Steinhatchee, FL 32359, and can be contacted at (352) 498-2108. Its website is firstbaptistchurchofsteinhatchee.com.