Faith Covenant Church
Sunday Morning
Bible Reference:
Romans 10:8-11
James 2:18-19
1 Timothy 4:16
Titus 1:9
The Roman Empire’s creed – Caesar is lord.
The early church’s first creed – Jesus is Lord.
Romans 10:8-11 NIV
James 2:18-19 NIV
The Apostle’s Creed has helped the church to:
- Live into the value that the New Testament places on doctrinal truth.
o 1 Timothy 4:16
o Titus 1:9
- Find anchor points that enable us to navigate life well.
1 Timothy 4:16 NIV
Titus 1:9 NIV
Reflection Questions:
1. What are some of the “In this house, we believe…” graphics that you have seen?
2. Read Romans 10:8-11.
a. According to Paul, what impact does believing with the heart and confessing with the mouth that Jesus is Lord have on a person?
b. What do you think the difference is between believing in your heart and confessing with your mouth?
3. Read James 2:18-19.
a. How is “knowing” different than “believing” or “faith” according to James?
4. Read 1 Timothy 4:16.
a. What is Paul telling us about the importance of doctrine in this passage?
5. Read Titus 1:9.
a. What is Paul telling us about the importance of doctrine in this passage?
6. Read the Apostle’s Creed - “I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus Christ, God's only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried; he descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again; he ascended into heaven, he is seated at the right hand of the Father, and he will come to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.”
a. What aspects of doctrine from the creed are you most excited or hesitant to discuss in the coming weeks?
b. Which parts of the Creed do you think people within the church are most in need of correction about?
c. Which parts of the creed serve as “anchor points” for you in your life?