Quick Facts
Founded
Unknown
Denomination
Independent Baptist
Service Times
Verify via church — phone: 815-877-6021
Men's Ministry
No
Kids Ministry
Yes
10-Point Theological Scorecard
Christology
Is Jesus the only way? (John 14:6)
Orthodox trinitarian — BBFI.
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Scripture
Inerrancy affirmed? Final authority?
Inerrancy affirmed.
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Men's Discipleship
Intentional formation for men?
No men's ministry confirmed.
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Soteriology
Faith alone? How is salvation presented?
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; IFB framework.
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Leadership Structure
Male elders/pastors? Accountability?
Dr. Kingsbury since 1982 — over 40 years. Congregation grew to 900 regular attendees.
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Preaching Style
Expository or topical/therapeutic?
Bible preaching — IFB/BBFI tradition.
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Mission Clarity
Great Commission central?
Established 1974; grown to 900 attendees under Kingsbury.
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Cultural Alignment
DEI/CRT language? Social justice crowding out gospel?
Conservative.
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Accountability Structure
Denominational home, elder plurality, or external network — is the pastor answerable to anyone?
Baptist Bible Fellowship International.
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Assessment
North Love Baptist Church is a strong BBFI-affiliated Independent Baptist church led by Dr. Paul Kingsbury since 1982. Founded in 1974, it has grown to approximately 900 regular attendees. Over 40 years of pastoral stability is exceptional. No dedicated men's ministry found. BBFI affiliation provides denominational accountability.
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Last reviewed:
2026-05-16
— Annual review recommended
2200 N Rockton Ave, Rockford, IL 61103
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