Christ & Creed: The Early Church Creeds and their Value for Today (Nate Pickowicz)

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From the Latin word credo, meaning ‘I believe’, creeds are statements of personal belief. They have been used throughout the history of the church to helpfully condense the fundamental beliefs of the Christian faith. They are a valuable in that they

–        Summarize Christian truth

–        Testify to what the Church has always believed

–        Help us be precise in how we express truth

–        Guard us against heresy and error

–        Unify believers who share the same testimony

In Christ & Creed Nate Pickowicz helpfully examines the early major ecumenical creeds, providing historical context and highlighting the distinctives in the Apostles’ Creed, the Nicene Creed, the Definition of Chalcedon and the Athanasian Creed. He shows how these statements are still invaluable for the church today. It also includes a glossary of terms and recommended further reading.

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Christ & Creed: The Early Church Creeds and their Value for Today

Endorsements

… Pickowicz ably expounds the subject without swamping interested newbies. Having read it closely, I heartily commend it to you with expectant prayers for your edification in our most holy and ancient faith.

D. Scott Meadows, Pastor, Calvary Baptist Church (Reformed), Exeter, New Hampshire

Table of Contents

Why Do We Need Creeds?

The Apostles’ Creed

The Nicene Creed

The Definition of Chalcedon

The Athanasian Creed

The Testimony of the Protestant Confessions

The Creeds for Today

Glossary

Recommended Reading

Acknowledgements

Product Details

Title: Christ & Creed: The Early Church Creeds and their Value for Today 

Author: Nate Pickowicz

Publisher: Christian Focus

Pages: 112

Binding: Paperback

Size: 19.8 x 13.0 x 0.6 cm

ISBN: 9781527110403