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We Believe: The Apostle's Creed Understood
Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jan 14, 2026 (message contributor)
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1. We Believe
Contributed on Jan 14, 2026
The Apostle’s Creed is a statement of what we believe as Christians. But it more than just mental belief; it’s a commitment to action that shows our faith to others. Don’t just tell me about your faith, show it to me!
WE BELIEVE Text: Hebrews 11:1-6 Introduction 1. Every week we all recite the Apostle’s Creed together. But I can’t begin to tell you how many times people have come up to me and asked, “why do we say that and what does it mean?” 2. Over the next couple of months, we will explore the Apostle’s Creed ...read more
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2. God The Father Almighty
Contributed on Jan 14, 2026
Your heavenly Father created the entire world out of nothing. He will protect you, provide for you, and care for you because you are His masterpeiece.
GOD THE FATHER ALMIGHTY Text: Gen. 1:1-4 Introduction 1. Oh, I've heard a thousand stories of what they think you’re like But I've heard the tender whisper of love in the dead of night And You tell me that You're pleased and that I'm never alone 2. You're a good, good ...read more
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3. We Believe: Jesus Christ
Contributed on Feb 24, 2026
Jesus is the center of the Christian faith. Our faith is based upon the Son of God and what He did for us. Therefore, it is essential that we understand what we believe as Christians about our Lord and Savior.
WE BELIEVE: JESUS CHRIST HIS ONLY SON Text: Col. 1:15-20 Introduction 1. “There is only one God, revealed by Jesus Christ his Son, who is his Word sprung from silence.” — John Starke 2. The Apostle’s Creed answers the most important question anyone can ask: Who is Jesus? 3. Jesus is the center of ...read more
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4. We Believe: Conceived By The Holy Spirit
Contributed on Feb 24, 2026
“The birth of Christ is the central event in the history of the earth – the very thing the whole story has been about.” — C. S. Lewis
WE BELIEVE: CONCEIVED BY THE HOLY SPIRIT Text: Lk. 1:26-38 Introduction 1. “The birth of Christ is the central event in the history of the earth – the very thing the whole story has been about.” — C. S. Lewis 2. It is my hope and prayer that you are enjoying this series on the Apostle’s Creed. But ...read more
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5. We Believe: Suffered Under Pontus Pilate
Contributed on Feb 24, 2026
Some Christians today want to stay focused on the happy part of the creed, but we cannot stay faithful to the orthodox and historical teachings of the faith without talking about Christ’ suffering.
We Believe: Jesus Suffered Under Pontus Pilate Text: John 19:1-16 Introduction 1. So far, the Apostle’s Creed has been pretty happy. a. It’s talked about God the Father, creator of heaven and earth. b. It’s talked about Jesus Christ as the only begotten Son of God. c. It’s also talked about the ...read more
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6. We Believe: Crucifixion, Death, And Burial
Contributed on Feb 24, 2026
The Cross is the center of everything we believe as Christians, for without it we are still lost in our sin.
WE BELIEVE: JESUS WAS CRUCIFIED, DIED, AND WAS BURIED Text: John 19: 18-20, 28-37, 40-42 Introduction 1. “In the Cross is salvation; in the Cross is life; in the Cross is protection against our enemies; in the Cross is infusion of heavenly sweetness; in the Cross is strength of mind; in the Cross ...read more
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7. We Believe: Jesus Rose Again On The Third Day
Contributed on Feb 24, 2026
I think that the reason many people take the Apostle’s Creed lightly is that there are things in it that are difficult to comprehend. For example, we understand, I think, about the crucifixion and the resurrection, but what does it mean that He descended to the dead?
WE BELIEVE: HE ROSE FROM THE DEAD Text: 1 Cor. 15:1-10 Introduction 1. I think that the reason many people take the Apostle’s Creed lightly is that there are things in it that are difficult to comprehend. 2. For example, we understand, I think, about the crucifixion and the resurrection, but what ...read more
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8. We Believe: The Ascension And Session Of Christ
Contributed on Mar 5, 2026
He returned to His heavenly home, is seated at the Father’s right hand, and He is interceding for us.
We Believe: Ascension and Seated Text: Lk. 24:49-53 Introduction 1. “The most important benefit of the ascension to us is that Jesus is now exalted at God's right hand as our priest, our advocate and our supreme intercessor. Prayer works because he is there to argue for us. Rejoice dear ...read more
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9. We Believe: He Will Come Again
Contributed on Mar 9, 2026
As Christians, we believe that Jesus came the first time humbly and meek, but He will come a second time in power and great glory.
We Believe: He Will Come Again Text: 1 Thess. 4:13-18 Introduction 1. When Tina and I were in seminary, we had a professor named Dr. Gary McGhee. He grew up in a Pentecostal church that regularly preached in the eminent Second Coming of Christ. He said that they believed in it so firmly that when ...read more
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10. We Believe: The Holy Spirit
Contributed on Mar 20, 2026
Every week, Christians all over the world recite the words of the Apostle’s Creed, which says, “I believe in the Holy Spirit.” And yet He is the most misunderstood member of the Trinity.
We Believe: The Holy Spirit Text: Jn. 16:5-15 Introduction 1. So, I found this amazing quote this week, from a man who lived a long time ago named William Granall. He said, “Without the Spirit you lie like a ship on dry ground. It is the Spirit that is both the tide and the wind that sets your soul ...read more
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11. One Holy Church
Contributed on Mar 27, 2026
When we recite the Apostles’ Creed, we say with conviction: “I believe in the holy catholic Church.” For many, that phrase can feel confusing. What does “catholic” mean? Are we talking about a denomination? A building?
We Believe: One Holy Church Text: 1 Cor. 12:12-27 Introduction 1. When we recite the Apostles’ Creed, we say with conviction: “I believe in the holy catholic Church.” For many, that phrase can feel confusing. What does “catholic” mean? Are we talking about a denomination? A building? 2. Why do we ...read more
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12. We Believe: Communion Of Saints
Contributed on Apr 20, 2026
Every Sunday, Christians all over the world proclaim that they believe in the communion of saints. But what does that mean? What is a communion? What is a saint?
We Believe: Communion of Saints Text: Eph. 2:19-22 Introduction 1. “The Church is the Body of Christ, and as such it is both heavenly and earthly. The Church is the communion of saints, and it includes as members both angels and shepherds – cherubim and seraphim, and you, and me.”— Scott ...read more
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13. We Believe: Forgiveness Of Sins
Contributed on Apr 20, 2026
Every Sunday we proclaim that we believe in the forgiveness of sins. When we look at that it seems pretty simple but is it really?
We Believe: Forgiveness of Sins Text: Rom. 5:12-21 Introduction 1. Illustration: When I was a senior in high school, one day someone asked me, “You say you’re saved; saved from what?” After I thought about it a few seconds, I replied, “Myself!” Considering my knowledge of theology and experience ...read more
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14. We Believe: The Resurrection Of The Body
Contributed on Apr 30, 2026
When we say we believe in the resurrection of the body, we are saying that one day we will have bodies without limitation and without pain.
We Believe: Resurrection of the Body Text: 1 Cor. 15:35-58 Introduction 1. “The resurrection of the body means that we do not merely receive a consolation for the life we have lost but a restoration of it. We not only get the bodies and lives we had but the bodies and lives we wished for but had ...read more
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15. We Believe Life Everlasting
Contributed on May 4, 2026
The Apostle’s Creed doesn’t end in uncertainty. It ends in the assuredness of the promise of Jesus and based on the very character of God.
We Believe: Life Everlasting Text: Jn. 3:16-21 Introduction 1. “As a Christian, Christ died so that we will have eternal life in Him in Heaven. What it looks like doesn't matter, what it smells like doesn't matter, as long as Christ is there it will be Heaven to me.” (TD Jakes). 2. The ...read more