Big Idea of the Series: This five-week series examines the Apostle’s Creed and the Nicene Creed from their origins to their application for us today.
Big Idea of the Message: One God existing in three Persons is essential to our faith. The Holy Spirit is our Guide.
When we hear “The Creeds,” we come with preconceived ideas and histories.
The Creeds (Apostles’ & Nicaean) are an ancient set of commonly held Christian teachings and beliefs.
The Creeds are not equal to scripture.
The Creeds point back to scripture.
The Creeds are not something to fear.
The Creeds Give Us:
Symmetry
Clarity
Community
Council
The Trinity: God is one in being while existing as three co-equal, co-eternal Persons each with specific roles.
The word “Trinity” is not in the Bible but the concept is.
God the Father is provider
The Son: The Savior
The Holy Spirit is our Guide.
The Holy Spirit Guides Us: