Theology Thursday: The Christlike Creed

Welcome to Theology Thursday! Theology is the study of God, his relation to the world, and our relation to him. I hope these newsletters help enhance your faith and deepen your love for God and his people, the church.

Pastor Brady's thoughts:
I can't recall where I came across this, but I like it. It's called The Christlike Creed: The Definition of a Maturing Disciple. How well does this describe you? What can you do in 2026 so that it better describes you in 2027?

THE CHRISTLIKE CREED

I am a forgiven and loved child of God.
I have been reborn in the image of Christ.
I have the Spirit of God dwelling in me.

I am a member of God’s family.
I have spiritual gifts for blessing this family.
My destiny is the community of love with God and His people.

I need the Father’s Spirit and grace to become Christlike.
I need the support of God’s family in order to grow.
I need to pray and absorb Scripture to follow Jesus.

I commit to loving and trusting God with my whole self.
I commit to setting my mind and heart on Jesus and things above.
I commit to trusting the Bible.

I commit to acknowledging and turning away from my sins.
I commit to loving and forgiving all people, including enemies.
I commit to accepting God’s healing for my shame.

I commit to surrendering to God’s will in all things.
I commit to pursuing honesty, humility, and holiness.
I commit to trusting Jesus even when life is dark or painful.

I commit to being a channel of God’s kingdom coming to earth.
I commit to walking in the supernatural power of the Holy Spirit.
I commit to blessing those in my care.

I commit to exercising discernment in all matters.
I commit to speaking words of encouragement and blessing.
I commit to building godly friendships.

I joyfully look forward to seeing Jesus in the new creation.
And being completely Christformed and rewarded.
And united in love with God and his people.
 
TO KNOW GOD AND TO MAKE HIM KNOWN!
- Pastor Brady

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