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I Believe
I remember being asked
one time, "Do you believe in divorce?" "Yes." I
replied. I believe that it happens. Sometimes it is
even better for a couple to go through a divorce than stay
together.
"Do you believe in
the trinity?", I was once asked by a Jehovah's Witness.
"Yes." I replied. "I believe that the trinity is the
best way that Christians have to discuss the identity of God in
this world: one God in three persons. I don't
understand it, but I believe in the trinity.
"Do you believe in
_______________? )you fill in the blank.
Santa Claus, the
Easter Bunny, the Tooth Fairy, landing on the moon, Elvis's death,
extra-terrestrials, ghosts, Bigfoot, conspiracy theories, and crop
circles are all items on the list of things about which I have
been asked about my belief.
We already know
what we believe about most of these things. Our minds are
made up. We might be entertained by a discussion or TV show about
other people's belief, but we know where we stand.
Now, I want you to
consider your beliefs about the basic tenants of the Christian
faith. For centuries, the church has pretty much agreed on
the basic principles of the faith. These tenants have been
laid out in the "Apostle's Creed." From now through June 8,
2008, the sermons will be focused on our basic beliefs as
Christians. We will look at our belief in God, Jesus, the
Holy Spirit, the church, the resurrection, and judgment.
It will be a good
time to invite someone that might be wondering about what our
church believes. It will be a good time to consider what you
believe. So, walk with me through these next few weeks as we
study, consider, and reflect on what we believe.
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THOUGHT FROM THE HEART