Spring Creek Baptist Church
Moseley VA

To God be the Glory! We are excited you have decided to visit us online to find out about what we’re doing at Spring Creek Baptist Church, also referred to as The Creek. We are a church family of believers always striving to live our mission daily and in every facet of our lives. The Creek is also a teaching church which is seen in almost every aspect of what we do. We invite you to come prepared to celebrate God as God leads you!

What We Believe

Walking in love and healing, we continue to seek God’s wisdom and guidance as we strive to fulfill our mission, which is to love all souls; to look for the unsaved and and lead them to Christian salvation; to live with one another in Christian fellowship, harmony and community; to labor with one another in knowledge unto Christian maturity; and live in the presence of God!

I. The Scriptures

We believe that the Holy Bible was written by divinely inspired men and is a perfect treasure of heavenly instruction; that it has God for its author, salvation for its end, and truth without any mixture of error for its matter; that it reveals the principle by which God will judge us; and therefore is, and shall remain to the end of the world, the true center of Christian union, and the supreme standard by which all human conduct, creeds and opinions shall be tried.

2 Timothy 2:16-17; Romans 1:16; Proverbs 30:5; Romans 2:12, Philippians 3:16

II. The True Word

We believe the Scriptures teach that there is one, and only one, living and true God, an infinite, intelligent Spirit, whose name is Jehovah, the Maker and Supreme Ruler of heaven and earth; inexpressibly glorious in holiness, and worthy of all possible honor, confidence and love; that in the unity of the Godhead, there are three persons, the Father, the Son and the Holy Ghost; equal in every divine perfection and executing distinct but harmonious offices in the great work of redemption.

John 4:24; 10:30; Psalms 147:5; Exodus 15:11; Mark 12:30

III. The Fall Of Men

We believe the Scriptures teach that Man was created in holiness, under the law of his Maker; but by voluntary transgressions fell from that holy and happy state; in consequence of which all mankind are now sinners, not by constraint but choice; being by nature utterly void of that holiness required by the law of God, positively inclined to evil; and therefore, under just condemnation to eternal ruin, without defense or excuse.

Genesis 1:27; Romans 5:12, 19; Ephesians 2:1-3

IV. The Way Of Salvation

We believe the Scriptures teach that the salvation of sinners is wholly of grace; through the mediatorial offices of the Son of God; who by the appointment of the Father, freely took upon him our nature, yet without sin; honored the divine law by his personal obedience, and by his death made a full atonement for our sins; that having risen from the dead, he is now enthroned in heaven; and uniting in his wonderful person the tenderest sympathies with divine perfections; he is in every way qualified to be a suitable, a compassionate and an all-sufficient Savior.

Ephesians 2:8; John 3:16; Philippians 2:6-7, Isaiah 42:21; 53:4-5; Hebrews 7:25

V. Justification

We believe the Scriptures teach the great Gospel blessing which Christ secures to such as believe in him is justification; that justification includes the pardon of sin, and the promise of eternal life on principles of righteousness; that it is bestowed, not in consideration of any works of righteousness which we have done, but solely through faith in the Redeemer’s blood; by virtue of which faith his perfect righteousness is freely imputed to us of God; that it brings us into a state of most blessed peace and favor with God, and secures every other blessing needful for time and eternity.

John 1:16; Acts 13:39; Romans 5:17; 4:4-5

VI. The Freeness Of Salvation

We believe the Scriptures teach that the blessings of salvation are made free to all by the Gospel; that it is the immediate duty of all to accept them by cordial, penitent and obedient faith; and that nothing prevents the salvation of the greatest sinner on earth, but his own determined depravity and voluntary rejection of the Gospel; which rejection involves him in an aggravated condemnation.

Isaiah 55:1; Revelation 22:17; Romans 16:25-26; John 5:40; John 3:16, 19

VII. Regeneration

We believe the Scriptures teach that in order to be saved, sinners must be regenerated, or born again, that regeneration consists in giving a holy disposition to the mind that it is effected in a manner above our comprehension by the power of the Holy Spirit in connection with divine truth, so as to secure our voluntary obedience to the Gospel; and that its proper evidence appears in the holy fruits of repentance and faith, and newness of life.

John 3:3; 2 Corinthians 5:17; John 3:8; 1 Peter 1:22-25; Ephesians 5:9

VIII. Repentance And Faith

We believe the Scriptures teach that repentance and faith are sacred duties, and also inseparable graces, wrought in our souls by the regenerating Spirit of God; whereby being deeply convinced of our guilt, danger and helplessness and of the way of salvation by Christ, we turn to God with unfeigned contrition, confession and supplication for mercy; at the same time heartily receiving the Lord Jesus Christ as our prophet, priest and king, and relying on him alone as the only and all-sufficient Savior.

Mark 1:15; Romans 10:9; John 16:8; Luke 18:13

IX. God's Purpose Of Grace

We believe the Scriptures teach that election is the eternal purpose of God, according to which he graciously regenerates, sanctifies and saves sinners; that being perfectly consistent with the free agency of man, it comprehends all the means in connection with the end; that it is a most glorious display of God’s sovereign goodness, being infinitely free, wise, holy and unchangeable; that it utterly excludes boasting and promotes humility, love, prayer, praise, trust in God and active imitation of his free mercy; that it encourages the use of means in the highest degree; that it may be ascertained by its effects in all who truly believe the Gospel; that it is the foundation of Christian assurance; and that to ascertain it with regard to ourselves demands and deserves the utmost diligence.

2 Timothy 1:8; 2:10, Exodus 33:18-19; 1 Corinthians 4:7; 2 Thessalonians 2:13-14

X. Sanctification

We believe the Scriptures teach that Sanctification is the process by which, according to the will of God, we are made partakers of his holiness; that it is a progressive work; that it is begun in regeneration; and that it is carried on in the hearts of believers by the presence and power of the Holy Spirit, the Sealer and Comforter, in the continual use of the appointed means especially the word of God, self-examination, self-denial, watchfulness and prayer.

1 Thessalonians 4:3; 1 John 2:29; Philippians 2:12-13

XI. Perseverance Of Saints

We believe the Scriptures teach that such only are real believers as endure to the end; that their preserving attachment to Christ is the grand mark which distinguishes them from superficial professors; that a special Providence watches over their welfare; and they are kept by the power of God through faith unto salvation.

John 8:31; 1 John 2:19; Romans 8:28; Philippians 1:6

XII. The Law And Gospel

We believe the Scriptures teach that the Law of God is the eternal and unchangeable rule of his moral government; that it is holy, just and good; and that the inability which the Scriptures ascribe to fallen men to fulfill its precepts, arise entirely from their love of sin; to deliver them from which, and to restore them through a Mediator to unfeigned obedience to the holy Law, is one great end of the Gospel, and of the Means of Grace connected with the establishment of the visible church.

Romans 3:31; 7:12; 8:7-8; 8:2-4

XIII. A Gospel Church

We believe the Scriptures teach that a visible church of Christ is a congregation of baptized believers, associated by covenant in the faith and fellowship of the Gospel; observing the ordinances of Christ; governed by his laws; and exercising the gifts, rights and privileges invested in them by His Word; that its only scriptural officers are Bishops or Pastors and Deacons whose qualifications, claims and duties are defined in the Epistles to Timothy and Titus.

1 Corinthians 1:1-13; Acts 2:41-42; 1 Corinthians 11:2; Matthew 28-20

XIV. Baptism And The Lord's Supper

We believe the Scriptures teach that Christian baptism is the immersion in water of a believer, into the name of the Father, and Son and Holy Ghost; to show forth in a solemn and beautiful emblem, our faith in the crucified, buried, and risen Savior, with its effect, in our death to sin and resurrection to a new life; that it is prerequisite to the privileges of a church relation; and to the Lords’ Supper, in which the members of the church, by the sacred use of bread and wine, are to commemorate together the dying love of Christ; preceded always by solemn self-examination.

Acts 8:36-39; Matthew 28:20; Acts 2:41-42; 1 Corinthians 11:26, 28

XV. The Christian Sabbath

We believe the Scriptures teach that the first day of the week is the Lord’s Day, or Christian Sabbath, and is to be kept sacred to religious purposes, by abstaining from all secular labor and sinful recreations, by the devout observance of all the means of grace, both private or public, and by preparation for that rest that remainth for the people of God.

Acts 20:7; Exodus 20:8; Isaiah 58:13-14; Hebrews 10:24-25

XVI. Civil Government

We believe the Scriptures teach that civil government is of divine appointment, for the interest and good order of human society; and that magistrates are to be prayed for, conscientiously honored and obeyed; except only in things opposed to the will of our Lord Jesus Christ, who is the only Lord of the conscience, and the Prince of the Kings of the earth.

Romans 13:1-7; Matthew 22:21; Acts 5:29; Matthew 23:10

XVII. The Righteous And Wicked

We believe the Scriptures teach that there is a radical and essential difference between the righteous and the wicked; that such only as through faith are justified in the name of the Lord Jesus, and sanctified by the Spirit of our God, are truly righteous in his esteem; while all such as continue in impenitence and unbelief are in his sight wicked, and under the curse; and this distinction holds among men both in and after death.

Malachi 3:18; Romans 1:17; 1 John 5:19; Proverbs 14:32

XVIII. The World To Come

We believe the Scriptures teach that the end of the world is approaching; that at the last day, Christ will descend from heaven, and raise the dead from the grave for final retribution; that a solemn separation will then take place; that the wicked will be adjudged to endless punishment, and the righteous to endless joy; and that this judgment will fix forever the final state of men in heaven or hell, or principles of righteousness.

1 Peter 4:7; Acts 1:22, 24:15; Matthew 25:31-46; 13:49

 

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Our History

Walking in love and healing, we continue to seek God’s wisdom and guidance as we strive to fulfill our mission, which is to love all souls; to look for the unsaved and and lead them to Christian salvation; to live with one another in Christian fellowship, harmony and community; to labor with one another in knowledge unto Christian maturity; and to live in the presence of God.

Who We Are

On the fourth Sunday in July 1878, with prayers and blessings, twelve people left the First Baptist Church of Midlothian, Virginia to organize a new worship community on the western end of Chesterfield County at 11900 Genito Road, Midlothian, VA. The charter members were Peter Brown, Peter Brooks, Maurice Bray, Robert Owen, George H. Robinson, Maria Turner, Annie Woodson, Lucy Brown, Edmund Robinson, Martha Winston, Emma Robinson, and Page Turner. They were responding to the need for a church closer to their homes in rural Chesterfield County. Some members would walk four to five miles barefoot and then put their shoes on immediately before entering the sanctuary.

The first house of worship was a log cabin made with slabs and it was called the “Slab Town Meeting House.” Over the years, the church was named Spring Creek Baptist Church and two different structures were built. Traditionally, people joined the church during revival in June and were baptized in July. They were baptized in a creek near Brown Grove Baptist Church in Midlothian, Virginia. Church records from the late 1800’s reflect that the church had regular meetings, kept accurate financial records and conducted professional and orderly meetings. The church began to have weekly services in the mid 1950’s. This change was instrumental in the spiritual and numerical growth of the congregation.

A total of fifteen pastors have served SCBC since its inception. The first pastor was Rev. Edward H. Beverly. He served for four years and by the end of his tenure a new place of worship was being constructed. He was followed by Rev. T. Byrd, Rev. Tribbie, Rev. I.R. Clark, Rev. Joseph Brown (the only pastor to serve two tenures), Rev. W.H. Jennings, Rev. M.W. Rainey, Rev. Howard Jones, Rev. Clifton Whitaker, Sr., Rev. David Winters, Rev. Warren Atkins, Rev. Lawrence Wilson, Rev. William Bassett, and Rev. Dr. Jerome O. Lee, who was the first full time pastor. Over the years, twenty ministers have been licensed at and three ordained.

In June 2001, God truly blessed our church family and we were honored to call Rev. Dr. Jacqueline E. Madison-McCreary and Rev. Dr. Micah L. Madison-McCreary to serve as our 16th pastor. The church made history in calling a husband and wife ministerial team to serve as our spiritual leaders. Under their leadership, the church redefined its mission statement and established a variety of Christian education and discipleship opportunities to foster love, healing and spiritual growth within the congregation and to reach out to the community.

After holding worship services at Crenshaw Elementary School for almost four years, in June 2011, the church purchased a new facility located at 5130 Woolridge Road, Moseley, Virginia to accommodate our need for more ministry space. On August 28, 2011, the first worship service was held in our new site. It was a time of great rejoicing and thanksgiving.

Walking in love and healing, we continue to seek God’s wisdom and guidance as we strive to fulfill our mission, which is to love all souls, to look for the unsaved and lead them to Christian salvation. To live with one another in Christian fellowship, harmony and community. To labor with one another, in knowledge unto Christian maturity. And to live in the presence of God! Let the church say Amen!