Pilgrim Baptist Church exists to build up men, women, and families
under the authority of God's Word through deep
verse-by-verse expository teaching.
A church for learners, not spectators
No Christian ever graduates from God's Word.
At Pilgrim, we gather as learners - ready to be taught, transformed,
and shaped by Scripture over time.
A church for learners,
not spectators
No Christian ever graduates from God's Word. At Pilgrim, we gather as learners - ready to be taught, transformed, and shaped by Scripture over time.
Sermons that actually explain the text - 40-50 minutes of verse-by-verse teaching that doesn't rush past the hard parts or skip what's inconvenient.
Hymns sung together with piano - The whole congregation joins in worship, learning and singing the great hymns of the faith.
We focus on the Word, not the show - Simple services with no production or performance, so nothing distracts from hearing God speak through Scripture.
Families worship together - Children learn with their parents instead of being separated, building a foundation that lasts beyond Sunday.
You'll need to bring your Bible and use it - This isn't passive listening; expect to follow along, think critically, and engage with what the Bible actually says.
Sermons that actually explain the text - 40-50 minutes of verse-by-verse teaching that doesn't rush past the hard parts or skip what's inconvenient.
Hymns sung together with piano - The whole congregation joins in worship, learning and singing the great hymns of the faith.
We focus on the Word, not the show - Simple services with no production or performance, so nothing distracts from hearing God speak through Scripture.
Families worship together - Children learn with their parents instead of being separated, building a foundation that lasts beyond Sunday.
You'll need to bring your Bible and use it - This isn't passive listening; expect to follow along, think critically, and engage with what the Bible actually says.
At Pilgrim, you'll notice our unwavering commitment to Scripture. We teach and preach verse-by-verse through the Bible, helping you understand what God's Word actually says in its proper context.
Pilgrim is not built around consumption or convenience. We're committed to the steady work of spiritual transformation through God's Word. That means families don't just attend here; they grow together in clarity, conviction, and confidence in Scripture.
This approach - rightly dividing the Word of truth - protects families from empty religion and builds genuine faith on the solid foundation of Scripture. It shapes how we worship, how we disciple families, and what we're actually aiming for: not attendance, but maturity.
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Come hear Scripture taught clearly and meet the families
who gather here.
Learn our doctrine and our convictions to see if we're the right fit.
Become a member - not just an attender - and put down roots.
Use your gifts to build up others as you continue growing in faithfulness.
Serious Teaching. Strong Families. Biblical Authority.
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170 4th Ave. Cookeville, TN 38506
