Summary

We’re beginning a new series on one of the oldest confessions of Christian faith—the Apostles’ Creed. It is ancient, yes. But it is not about tradition for tradition’s sake. It is about the bedrock truths that Christians across continents, centuries, denominations, and cultures have clung to when everything else felt shaky.

Sermon Questions

1. Paul says he is reminding them of the gospel “of first importance.” Why do we need reminders of something so central to our faith? How is believing the gospel different from merely knowing the facts about Jesus?
2. Paul uses three action words: received, stand, and hold fast. Which of those feels strongest in your life right now? Which feels weakest? How have you seen people confuse good behavior with saving belief?
3. Why is it important that Paul emphasizes Christ’s death, burial, and resurrection? Who has been an “eyewitness” of God’s work in your life—someone whose faith has influenced yours?
4. Paul openly admits his past but doesn’t stay there. How does grace change the way we view our past failures? Why is it dangerous to believe we are either too broken or too good for grace?
5. If you truly believed the gospel was “of first importance,” what would change about your priorities this week? Who needs to hear this gospel through your story—not just your words?