Quick Facts
Founded
1961
Denomination
Southern Baptist Convention (SBC)
Service Times
Check website for current times
Men's Ministry
Yes
Kids Ministry
Yes
Pastor Credentials
Lead Pastor
10-Point Theological Scorecard
Christology
Is Jesus the only way? (John 14:6)
Verify — SBC, likely orthodox.
Caution
Scripture
Inerrancy affirmed? Final authority?
Verify.
Caution
Men's Discipleship
Intentional formation for men?
Verify.
Caution
Soteriology
Faith alone? How is salvation presented?
Verify.
Caution
Gender / Biblical Design
Biblical manhood and womanhood by God's design — patriarchal, complementarian, egalitarian, or affirming gender ideology?
Male lead pastor.
Male lead pastor.
Caution
Leadership Structure
Male elders/pastors? Accountability?
Multi-campus model — verify governance.
Caution
Preaching Style
Expository or topical/therapeutic?
Verify.
Caution
Mission Clarity
Great Commission central?
Active — expanding outreach ministries.
Strong
Cultural Alignment
DEI/CRT language? Social justice crowding out gospel?
Florida Baptist Convention highlights their ministry expansion.
Caution
Accountability Structure
Denominational home, elder plurality, or external network — is the pastor answerable to anyone?
SBC affiliation confirmed.
Strong
Assessment
Bell Shoals Baptist Church in Brandon, FL is an established SBC church (since 1961) with multiple campuses. Led by Lead Pastor Corey Abney. The Florida Baptist Convention has highlighted their expanding ministries. SBC affiliation provides accountability. The Brandon campus is the original and largest location.
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MOOP Engagement Tracker
How this church was personally verified by the MOOP directory team:
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Researched church website
Last reviewed:
2026-05-16
— Annual review recommended
2102 Bell Shoals Rd, Brandon, FL 33511
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