Quick Facts
Founded
Unknown
Denomination
Southern Baptist Convention (SBC)
Service Times
Sunday 9:00 AM (in-person and online)
Men's Ministry
Yes
Kids Ministry
Yes
10-Point Theological Scorecard
Christology
Is Jesus the only way? (John 14:6)
SBC -- orthodox.
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Scripture
Inerrancy affirmed? Final authority?
SBC -- BFM 2000.
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Men's Discipleship
Intentional formation for men?
Dedicated /men page confirmed in Connect navigation. Upgrade to green.
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Soteriology
Faith alone? How is salvation presented?
SBC -- faith alone.
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Gender / Biblical Design
Biblical manhood and womanhood by God's design — patriarchal, complementarian, egalitarian, or affirming gender ideology?
Male pastor. SBC complementarian (CBMW halfway position; MOOP holds patriarchal headship as the biblical standard).
Male pastor (Dr. Scott Gilbert). SBC complementarian.
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Leadership Structure
Male elders/pastors? Accountability?
Male pastoral leadership.
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Preaching Style
Expository or topical/therapeutic?
Verify style.
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Mission Clarity
Great Commission central?
SBC Cooperative Program. Founded 1837.
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Cultural Alignment
DEI/CRT language? Social justice crowding out gospel?
No progressive indicators.
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Accountability Structure
Denominational home, elder plurality, or external network — is the pastor answerable to anyone?
Scott Gilbert confirmed as current preacher; Deacons section present; Men/Women ministries separate; no female pastoral staff. Historic BFM2000 SBC. Green.
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Assessment
First Baptist Jackson TN is a historic SBC church (founded 1837) at 1627 N Highland Ave (address differs from listed 125 N Highland). Dr. Scott Gilbert leads. Sunday service at 9 AM with online option. Verify men's ministry and preaching style.
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Last reviewed:
2026-05-16
— Annual review recommended
125 N Highland Ave, Jackson, TN 38301
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