The Church of God by Faith, Inc. in Stuart was built in 1942 by Elder George Robinson. Some Men of God that have worked and served in the capacity as pastor are: Elder Perry, Elder Clay, Elder Cobbs, Elder Barr and Elder Charles and Elder David Lewis, Sr.

The building had been closed for many years. When Elder John Robinson, Jr., was appointed District Superintendent for the Florida East Coast District. Mother Susie Benjamin spoke to him about reopening the church. (Her concern was for family members who were living in the area that she wanted the Lord to saved, as well as others.)

Before attending the district meeting, Elder Coleman, and Elder Royal visited the designated area and spoke; “We believe the Lord will bless.” Then during the district meeting it was asked; “Who would go to Stuart?” Elder David Lewis, Sr. responded to the call.

Early in 1963, Elder Lewis came to Stuart. For a while he and his family commuted back and forth from Fort Lauderdale to Stuart. Later on in the same year, he and his family moved to the area. Minister Charles Hampton and his family came with them. As time progressed, Minister Alton Burris and his family also joined them. Both Ministers assisted Elder Lewis until missions for them came along.

The Lord saved the first member in 1963, Sister Betty Newton – who is still with us today. (Since that time, many souls have been saved). In December, 1980 the Council of the Church of God by Faith, Inc. appointed Elder Lewis to pastor in Fort Lauderdale. But, in December, 1992 he was re-appointed back to Stuart. Then in December 2003, Elder David Lewis, Sr., retired as pastor. He continues to serve the people of God assisting as Senior Pastor.