The Ancient Creeds of the Church
The early church produced several creeds that continue to exercise great influence over what Christians believe about Jesus Christ to this day. (Here is an accompanying presentation.)
Matthew 24:36-25:13 – Be Ready
To be ready for Jesus’ coming, we need to be doing what he has already told us to do.
Mark 4:26-29 – Mysterious Growth
Although we work for the growth of the kingdom, it grows mysteriously in ways that we cannot understand or control.
Matthew 20:1-16 – That’s Not Fair!
The parable of the workers in the vineyard reminds us that entering the kingdom of God is not about our work but God’s generosity.
Matthew 13:44-52 – Worth More
Four short parables point to the surpassing value of the kingdom of God and the need to find it now.
Matthew 13:31-35 – From Smallest to Greatest
Although the Kingdom of God started imperceptibly small, it will cover and fill the whole earth.
Matthew 13:24-30,36-43 – Seeds and Weeds
The parable often called the Wheat and the Tares gives hope that one day all will be made right.
Matthew 13:1-23 – Do you hear what I hear?
This first parable from Matthew provides the key to understanding all the parables and to entering the kingdom of God.
1 Thessalonians 5:16-28 – Speaking, Listening, Growing
Christians need to learn to speak with joy, listen with discernment, and grow in grace.
1 Thessalonians 5:12-15 – How to Treat Leaders and Everyone Else
In a brief burst of practical instructions, we learn how to treat church leaders, other church numbers, and everyone else.