what we believe
About Us
"All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness."
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II Timothy 3:16
Confession of Faith
We believe that the Bible is the inspired, inerrant, and infallible word of God, and have adopted the 1689 London Baptist Confession of Faith as containing the system of doctrine taught in the Scriptures: 1689 London Baptist Confession of Faith.
Our History
Founding in 1985
Our journey began with a shared desire for a church centered on Bibilical preaching as the congregation purchased land just north of Eden on Highway 14. Formed as the Community Church of Eden, Larry Grigsby was the founding pastor, and Ed Travis the founding deacon. In October of 1985 we held our first service in the new building.
Adopting Historic Standards
While our church has never been part of an official denomination, after years of holding to a reformed position, leaders decided in 2020 to change the name of the church to better reflect that doctrine. We became the Reformed Baptist Community Church and formally adopted the Second London Baptist Confession of 1689 as reflective of the system of doctrine taught in the Scripture.
A Legacy of Expository Ministry
We are grateful for God's faithfulness through more than four decades. Pastor Larry Grigsby retired in 2025 and today Mark Wiles serves as pastor. Reformed Baptist Community Church remains committed to expository preaching in a traditional worship setting.
The Five Solas of the Reformation
Baptists, Presbyterians, Methodists, Wesleyans and many more denominations are called “Protestant”, but why? By the early 1500's many foundational truths of historical Christianity had been set aside by the established church. On October 31, 1517, a German monk named Martin Luther started a protest that turned into the global Protestant Reformation.
Here are five key points of the Reformation. Originally written in Latin, today these are often called the "Five Solas".
1: Solus Christus - In Christ Alone
As our Savior and Mediator, Christ has accomplished the necessary work for our salvation completely.
2: Sola Gratia - By Grace Alone
We are all sinners, who cannot contribute anything to our salvation. Our salvation is accomplished by the sovereign unmerited favor of God, who freely chooses to save sinners.
3: Sola Fide - Through Faith Alone
Faith (receiving and resting on Christ and his righteousness) is the only means by which we can receive justification (a right standing before God).
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4: Sola Scriptura - By Scripture Alone
The Scriptures alone are our supreme authority. They contain, and are sufficiently clear in teaching all things necessary for salvation and the life of faith.
5: Soli Deo Gloria - Glory to God Alone
God alone is also due all glory for our salvation as it was appointed by him, accomplished by him, and ultimately has his glory as its goal.