The Apostles' Creed: Faith Matters

Episode 1 of *The Apostles’ Creed: Faith Matters*, titled “The Creed and the Triune God,” explores the foundational Christian belief in God as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Through reflections from leading theologians, the episode traces the historical development and purpose of the Apostles’ Creed—as a baptismal confession, a safeguard against heresy, and a concise summary of scriptural truths. It emphasizes the personal nature of belief, the tension between faith and reason, and the transformative trust in a God who reveals Himself through Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit. The discussion also unpacks the Trinitarian framework of salvation, showing how early Christians came to understand God’s unity and diversity through their experience of Christ and the Spirit. Ultimately, the Creed is presented not merely as a doctrinal statement, but as a lived expression of faith rooted in divine relationship and historical revelation.

Episode 2 of The Apostles’ Creed: Faith Matters, titled “Almighty Love,” explores the profound meaning behind the phrase “God the Father Almighty, Maker of Heaven and Earth.” The scholars unpack how divine omnipotence is not about coercive force, but about love expressed through humility, suffering, and creation. They emphasize that God's power is revealed most clearly in weakness—especially through the crucifixion of Christ—and that true freedom is found not in endless choice, but in unchanging love rooted in grace. The episode also explores the tension between God's sovereignty and human free will, the implications of being made in God's image, and the purposefulness of creation as a reflection of divine order and relationship.

Episode 3 of The Apostles’ Creed: Faith Matters, titled “Savior of the World,” explores the identity and mission of Jesus Christ as expressed in the Creed: “I believe in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary.” The episode emphasizes Jesus as both fully divine and fully human, uniquely qualified to redeem humanity. Scholars unpack the theological significance of His name, His role as Messiah, and His incarnation—highlighting how the virgin birth affirms both His divinity and His solidarity with humanity. The discussion also addresses early heresies, the mystery of the Trinity, and Mary’s radical faith as a model of obedience and trust.