In this sixth installment of “Worship Practices Explained,” we’ll look at creeds (statements and confessions of faith). Churches have different views on the recital of creeds in their gatherings. This is how and why we use them here at Sojourn:
Why Do We Recite Confessions Of Faith?
The church of Jesus Christ is more than just the people who come into our own church building. It’s more than all of the Christians alive right now. We share a rich heritage with followers of Christ throughout the ages and all over the world. As part of this body of Christ, it is good to recite historic confessions (often called “creeds”) about the truths of Scripture, and celebrate our unity with the millions of Christians who have recited and believed these words over the many years and miles.
Early Christians wrote creeds like the Apostles Creed and Nicene Creed to affirm doctrines about Jesus that others had attacked. These creeds helped people to understand truths about Jesus and the Bible. We do not treat them as equal in authority with the Bible, though. Think of them as being like old hymns – blessings from our Christian ancestors.
Straight From The Source: Deuteronomy 32:7
“Remember the days of old; consider the generations long past. Ask your father and he will tell you, your elders, and they will explain to you.
Other installments in the weekly “Worship Practices Explained” series:
Why Christians Often Pray On Bended Knees?
Why Many Christians Raise Their Hands When Singing And Praying
Why Do Some Christians Clap Hands In Church?
Why Stand For The Reading Of Scripture?
Why Do Christians Raise Their Hands For The Benediction? And, um, What’s A Benediction?
