Countryside Bible Church - Southlake Campus
Evangelical / Bible Church · Contemporary worship · Southlake, TX
- Location
- Southlake, Texas 76092
- Denomination
- Evangelical / Bible Church
- Worship style
- Contemporary
- Size
- Mid-size
- Ministries & emphasis
- Contemporary, Expository Preaching, Kids Ministry, Youth Ministry, Small Groups, Young Adults
- Google rating
- ★ 4.8 (216 reviews)
- Kids ministry
- Yes
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What visitors say
II’m a big John MacArthur supporter and Tom Pennington (Countryside pastor) was the associate pastor under John for 13 or 14 years. Pastor Tom teaches very similar to John if you know what that’s like. I like a more traditional worship too. Choir, horns, string instruments. Its big but can feel small as there are lots of programs too This church distinguishes itself as a sanctuary for those seeking a profound spiritual experience. It is not suited for those seeking casual diversions. Conversely, this church is ideally suited for individuals seeking a community where the teachings are grounded in deep respect for God and Scripture, cultivated from an early age. Attending Pastor Pennington's sermons provides a uniquely enriching experience, with many finding the depth of analysis and insights derived from each verse remarkably comprehensive. One particular sermon stands out, which solidified my commitment to this church. Pastor Pennington announced a sermon focused on a single verse, and while I initially anticipated a shorter service, the sermon maintained its usual length and generated an even greater volume of notes than I had ever taken in a church service. Pastor Pennington's profound reverence for God and Scripture is evident in his ability to effectively elucidate the Scriptures. This approach allows the youth within the congregation to grasp the teachings while providing an engaging and intellectually stimulating presentation for the adults. Pastor Pennington's sermons are not merely intended to impart knowledge about the Bible; instead, he delivers his sermons as an act of reverence and worship to God, inviting the congregation to participate in that worship. The church features an orchestra and choir, with the congregation and choir performing both hymns and theologically sound new songs. The choir and special singers are of exceptional quality. Having participated in choirs since childhood, I can attest to the difficulty of achieving a cohesive choir sound. The choir director, Seth Bigelow, excels with the orchestra and choir, making it a joy to sing with and hear them each week. Pastor Pennington and his wife have also written several theologically sound and beautiful hymns. Regarding the children's ministry, my initial experience is noteworthy. During my second visit, my preschool-aged child asked a memorable question: "So I don't understand something." She then asked, "Which comes first sanctification or propitiation?" This demonstrated that my four-year-old was being taught and comprehending more theology than I had in my lifetime. Their VBS is of exceptional quality, and the children walk away with such an in-depth knowledge of the subject matter that I am truly amazed each year. Each year the children's and youth choirs (Kinder, 1st-2nd, 3rd-5th) put on special performances at Christmas and in the spring. The 3rd-5th put on an amazing musical play that consistently brings laughter and joy, while also being theologically sound (as the youth pastor gives the biblical wrap up at the end of the play, there is no doubt that the church believes these historically accurate stories are true, as Biblically told.) Witnessing my child's academic progression, I am consistently impressed by the deepening of her understanding and appreciation for the Scriptures and her relationship with the Lord. We've been going to Countryside Bible Church for a while now. The teaching from Tom Pennington is excellent, and this review is coming from a reformed guy. Everyone seems really friendly as well. Best Christian church in the metroplex. Reformed, mature and godly pastor, organized services, godly worship, friendly saints, respectable attire, solid teaching in Sunday School, mature and godly elders, well-stocked book store, large modern campus, easy parking. You will not find anyone on church staff wearing skinny jeans here! May God continue to bless Countryside Bible Church!! If you want to experience a truly caring congregation with teachers that are Biblically sound I would highly recommend Countryside Bible Church.
Is Countryside Bible Church - Southlake Campus right for me?
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