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Creeds ק [∞]

Historic Creeds That Summarize These Themes:

1. The Apostles’ Creed – Affirms Jesus' suffering, crucifixion, death, burial, and resurrection.
2. The Nicene Creed – Emphasizes Christ’s death for our salvation and His resurrection.
3. The Chalcedonian Definition – Focuses on the dual nature of Christ (divine and human) in His suffering and redemptive work.
4. The Athanasian Creed – Affirms Christ’s full divinity and humanity, including His sacrificial death.

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Proposed Creed Inspired by Biblical Themes and Sensus Plenior Principles

We believe

1. That the Son of God humbled Himself unto death, even death on a cross, that we might live in Him. Philippians 2:8, Galatians 2:20
2. That He bore our sins in His own body, taking upon Himself our transgressions, that we might die to sin and live for righteousness. 1 Peter 2:24, Isaiah 53:5
3. That while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us, demonstrating the infinite love of God. Romans 5:8, John 3:16
4. That His cry, “It is finished,” marked the completion of the atoning work, fulfilling the divine plan of redemption. John 19:30, Hebrews 9:12
5. That He surrendered His spirit, willingly laying down His life as the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world. Matthew 27:50, John 1:29
6. That He was buried, and on the third day, He rose from the grave, triumphing over death and securing eternal life for those who believe in Him. 1 Corinthians 15:3-4, Romans 6:9
7. That through His resurrection, He leads us from death to life, from sin to righteousness, and from darkness to His glorious light. Colossians 1:13-14, 2 Timothy 1:10
8. That all prophecy concerning Him has been fulfilled, and His work is complete, calling all to enter into His rest. Luke 24:44, Hebrews 4:9-10

Amen.