Naphtali David Pagliari: A Garden Out of the Grave
On May 17, 2025, my wife and I lost our son, Naphtali David Pagliari, at ten weeks. This is the story of that weekend, what God has done since, and why we are sharing it.
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Is a Reformed Baptist Church Right for Someone New to Faith?
Is a Reformed Baptist church right for someone brand new to faith? Yes, and here is what to expect, what the words mean, and where to start.
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Are Reformed Baptist Churches Judgmental?
Some Reformed Baptist churches are judgmental. Here is an honest look at why, and the structural safeguards and theology that push against it at TVRC.
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Grace, Forgiveness, and Acceptance at Reformed Baptist Church
At The Valley Remnant Church, forgiveness comes by grace through faith, not by self-improvement. Here is what that actually means for your past, your standing before God, and what the church expects of you now.
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Can Single Parents Feel at Home in a Reformed Baptist Church?
Yes, single parents are fully welcome at The Valley Remnant Church. Here is what actually helps: kids stay with you, a cry room, deacons, and The Hearth.
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Is Reformed Baptist Theology Too Intellectual for Me?
No, Reformed Baptist theology is not too intellectual for ordinary people. TVRC's constitution says new members do not need to understand every doctrine, just a humble willingness to keep learning.
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What Does a Reformed Baptist Believe About Predestination?
A Reformed Baptist believes predestination means God chose whom he would save before creation, by grace alone. Here is what the 1689 Confession says, the hardest objections, and how to know if you are chosen.
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Reformed Baptist Grace: Is It Really More Grace-Filled?
Reformed Baptist theology does not claim more grace than other traditions. It claims grace that reaches the will itself, which changes how a person hears a sermon, prays, and handles failure.
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Why Are Some People Drawn to Reformed Baptist Churches?
People are drawn to Reformed Baptist churches for reasons that repeat: fatigue with novelty, wanting to know what a church believes up front, a God big enough for suffering, and a wish to give their kids something durable.
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Reformed Baptist Church for People With a Criminal Record
Yes, you can attend a Reformed Baptist church with a criminal record. No one screens visitors at the door, though any healthy church, including this one, protects children as a matter of course.
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