What We Believe

At Clear Lake Baptist Church, everything we do is rooted in God’s Word and driven by our mission to make and equip more disciples of Jesus.

Our Mission

Making & Equipping More Disciples of Jesus

Our mission is the heartbeat of our church—it’s why we exist. At Clear Lake Baptist, we are here to make and equip more disciples of Jesus—people transformed by the gospel and committed to living for Christ in every area of life. (Matthew 28:18-20) This mission fuels everything we do, from Sunday worship to everyday conversations.

Our Pillars

Our pillars are the core convictions that shape and strengthen everything we do. They define who we are as a church and what we’re striving to develop in our church family.  These pillars keep us centered on what matters most:
🔹 Love God – We pursue a growing relationship with Jesus through prayer, worship, and the preaching of His Word. (Matthew 22:37)
🔹 Love God’s People – Church isn’t just a place—it’s a family. We encourage, serve, and build one another up in Christ. (John 13:34-35)
🔹 Love God’s Word – The Bible is our foundation, shaping our beliefs, our teaching, and the way we live. (2 Timothy 3:16-17)
🔹 Love God’s Mission – We are called to take the gospel beyond our walls, reaching our community and the world for Christ. (Acts 1:8)
These pillars are the framework that holds up everything we do as we pursue our mission.

Our Rhythms

The practical ways we live out our faith, building up people in the pillars and shaping us into fully devoted disciples of Jesus.  These rhythms aren’t just things we do—they are part of who we are:
🔹 Gather – We come together in worship, lifting up Jesus through preaching, music, and community. (Acts 2:42-47)
🔹Grow – We deepen our faith through discipleship, small groups, and intentional study of God’s Word. (Colossians 2:6-7)
🔹 Give – We joyfully invest our time, talents, and resources to serve others and advance God’s kingdom. (2 Corinthians 9:7)
🔹 Go – We take the gospel to the world—starting in our community and reaching to the ends of the earth. (Matthew 28:19-20)
These rhythms help shape us into the people God has called us to be, keeping us focused on living out the mission in our daily lives.

Living Out Our Beliefs

Because of our mission, pillars, and rhythms, we are passionate about:
✔ Evangelism & Missions – Sharing the hope of Jesus in our community and around the world. (Matthew 28:18-20)
✔ Discipleship – Equipping believers to grow through clear, verse-by-verse teaching of Scripture. (Acts 2:42)
✔ Worship – Gathering to exalt Jesus through preaching, teaching, and music. (John 4:23-24)
✔ Ministry & Service – Putting our faith into action by meeting real needs in our church and beyond. (John 4:35)
✔ Fellowship – Building genuine relationships with others who share our faith and mission. (Acts 2:41-46)
We believe church is more than a place you go—it’s a mission you live.
Let’s make and equip more disciples together!

Our full statement of faith is available here: 

Statement of faith

Meet Our Pastor

Jason Reynolds

Jason Reynolds grew up in a pastor’s home, where he learned that ministry isn’t just something you do—it’s who you are. His time at Bible college deepened his love for God’s Word (and introduced him to Amy, who stole his heart on day one). A decade in real estate shaped his passion for reaching people in the everyday moments of life, and ten years in camp ministry ignited a burden for strengthening and revitalizing local churches.
All of these experiences shape the way Jason pastors today—with a heart for truth, a love for people, and a passion for equipping the church to make more disciples.
In 2021, God brought Jason and Amy to Clear Lake Baptist Church, where they are fully invested in reaching North Iowa and beyond with the gospel.
When he’s not at church, you’ll probably find him out fishing on the lake, hiking in the woods, or cheering at a local ballgames.  But wherever he is, his greatest joy is seeing lives transformed by Jesus!