REFORMED, CONFESSIONAL, BAPTIST
Proclaiming the Good News of Jesus Christ in an uncertain world, that Jesus is the Christ, He is the King of Kings, the Lord of all Lords and His Mercy endures forever
Worship at 11:00 Sunday Mornings
Bible study on Thursday Evenings at 7:00 PM
Romans 10:8-11 NASB But what does it say? "THE WORD IS NEAR YOU, IN YOUR MOUTH AND IN YOUR HEART"—that is, the word of faith which we are preaching, that if you confess with your mouth Jesus as Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved; for with the heart a person believes, resulting in righteousness, and with the mouth he confesses, resulting in salvation. For the Scripture says, "WHOEVER BELIEVES IN HIM WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED."
At Little Church in the Valley, the 1689 Confession of Faith is a regular part of our worship services, and we also offer a detailed study of the confession every Thursday evening.
We hold the 1689 because:
The 1689 Baptist Confession of Faith is indeed a significant document in the history of Reformed Baptist theology. It encapsulates key doctrines and provides a comprehensive framework for understanding and practicing the Christian faith.
Orthodox Doctrines: It upholds essential Christian beliefs about the Bible, the Trinity, and the work of Jesus Christ.
Distinctive and Biblical: Its Reformed perspective on God’s sovereignty, salvation, and worship is deeply rooted in Scripture.
Baptist Distinctives: It emphasizes a Baptist understanding of covenants, ordinances, and the local church, distinguishing itself from other Baptist traditions.
Historical Context: It acknowledges the historical differences among Anabaptists, General Baptists, and Particular Baptists, providing a clear identity.
Church Membership and Instruction: It serves as a valuable tool for church membership standards and for guiding new members in their spiritual growth.