Lighthouse Baptist Church San Diego — Church Directory

Quick Facts

Pastor — the shepherd God holds accountable Pastor David Hetzer

Founded Established congregation

Denomination Independent Baptist (IFB)

Service Times Sunday mornings (check website for times)

Men's Ministry Yes

Kids Ministry Yes

Website www.lighthousebaptist.com

Pastor Credentials Verified via church website

10-Point Theological Scorecard

Christology

Is Jesus the only way? (John 14:6)

Trinitarian, gospel-centered.

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Scripture

Inerrancy affirmed? Final authority?

Homepage: 'Pastor David Hetzer and the pastoral staff believe that Scripture holds the answers to every question' — scripture-sufficient language confirmed; formal inerrancy statement not surfaced on homepage — verify.

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Men's Discipleship

Intentional formation for men?

Verify men's ministry.

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Soteriology

Faith alone? How is salvation presented?

Verify faith-alone soteriology.

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Gender / Biblical Design

Biblical manhood and womanhood by God's design — patriarchal, complementarian, egalitarian, or affirming gender ideology?

Verify patriarchal / complementarian / egalitarian practice.

Male lead pastor; Verify patriarchal / complementarian / egalitarian stance

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Leadership Structure

Male elders/pastors? Accountability?

Pastor David Hetzer and pastoral staff confirmed on homepage. Church located at 1345 Skyline Dr, Lemon Grove, CA 91945 (San Diego County, not San Diego proper).

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Preaching Style

Expository or topical/therapeutic?

Verify expository preaching.

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Mission Clarity

Great Commission central?

Verify Great Commission focus.

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Cultural Alignment

DEI/CRT language? Social justice crowding out gospel?

Verify cultural alignment.