![]() Gnosticism: Pre-Christian beginnings, later co-opted many Christian ideas, strong in 2nd-3rd centuries. Statements Declaratory creeds: “We believe…” Need to clarify issues because of conflicting doctrines each claiming to express/explain what kind of being Jesus really is. ![]() Creeds as Responses to Heretical Doctrines/ Baptismal questions and answers Apostles’ Creed: “Do you believe in God the Father? “I believe in God the Father almighty”Ĥ 2. 28:19 Profession of Faith creeds Roman Creed, Tertullian’s creed, etc. “Catechism” creeds The Bible: “Go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit….” Matt. Why Do We Say What We Say? The Heretic’s Guide to TheologyĢ Who is this? (Mark 4:41) What kind of being is this!? (Matthew 8:27) What kind of being is Jesus? What kind of being is our God, who is three and yet one? Council of Nicaea (325) + Council of Constantinople (381) = “Nicene Creed”ģ Two major reasons/occasions for creeds: ![]() Presentation on theme: "The Heretic’s Guide to Theology"- Presentation transcript:
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