The Apostles' Creed: What We Actually Believe
This 7-week study walks participants through the timeless truths of the Apostles’ Creed — line by line, phrase by phrase — exploring what Christians have confessed for centuries and why it still matters today. Designed for seekers, new believers, and long-time disciples alike, this course unpacks the core doctrines of the Christian faith in plain language, rooted in Scripture and the shared heritage of the global Church. Along the way, participants will discover not only what we believe, but also the historical and evidential reasons those beliefs can be trusted.
What's Included
When you pull this study into your workspace, these items come with it.
- Lessons35
Teaching sessions adapted for your audience.
- Handouts1
Take-home sheets to reinforce the lesson.
- Discussion Guides1
Questions and prompts for teachers and parents.
- Quizzes0
Knowledge checks and reflection questions.
- Slides0
Presentation decks for classroom use.
What You'll Study
I Believe in God the Father Almighty
Genesis 1:1; Hebrews 11:6
The Nature of Faith and the Fatherhood of God
Learning Objectives
Participants will understand what it means to say “I believe,” distinguishing biblical faith from mere opinion or optimism. They will recognize God as both almighty Creator and loving Father, exploring how His power and His personal care shape our trust in Him. They will identify one area of life where they can actively express faith in God’s fatherly goodness.
And in Jesus Christ, His Only Son, Our Lord
John 1:1‑18; Philippians 2:5‑11
The Person of Jesus
Learning Objectives
Participants will grasp that Jesus is both fully God and fully human — the eternal Word who became flesh. They will explore why His lordship is central to Christian confession and how acknowledging Him as Lord reorients every part of life. They will articulate one practical way to live under Christ’s lordship this week.
Who Was Conceived by the Holy Spirit, Born of the Virgin Mary
Luke 1:26‑38; Matthew 1:18‑25
The Wonder of the Incarnation
Learning Objectives
Participants will understand the miracle of the Incarnation — that the Son of God was conceived by the Spirit and born of Mary. They will explore why both Christ’s divinity and humanity are necessary for salvation and what His birth reveals about God’s nearness. They will reflect on how the reality of “God with us” shapes their response to weakness or suffering.
Suffered Under Pontius Pilate, Was Crucified, Dead, and Buried
Isaiah 53; Mark 15:1‑39
The Cross and the Cost of Redemption
Learning Objectives
Participants will comprehend the historical and theological significance of Jesus’ suffering and death. They will examine how the cross reveals God’s justice and mercy and why Christ’s real, physical death matters. They will express gratitude through prayer or testimony for what the cross accomplished personally.
On the Third Day He Rose Again from the Dead
1 Corinthians 15:1‑8; Luke 24:1‑12
The Historical Case for the Resurrection
Learning Objectives
Participants will become familiar with the historical and evidential basis for the resurrection using the “minimal facts” approach. They will articulate why the resurrection is both historically credible and spiritually essential. They will describe how the risen Christ’s victory gives them present hope and courage to live out their faith.
He Ascended into Heaven… I Believe in the Holy Spirit
Acts 1:6‑11; John 14:15‑27
The Presence and Power of the Spirit
Learning Objectives
Participants will understand Christ’s ascension and the sending of the Holy Spirit as the continuation of God’s mission through His people. They will explore how the Spirit empowers believers for witness, holiness, and unity. They will identify one way to rely more consciously on the Spirit’s presence in daily life.
The Church — God’s People, Forgiven and Forever
Ephesians 4:1‑6; Revelation 21:1‑5
Living the Kingdom Life
Learning Objectives
Participants will grasp that the Church is the *ekklesia* — God’s called‑out people — and that eternal life begins now in God’s Kingdom. They will explore the Church as a forgiven, united community living in the “already but not yet” reality of God’s reign. They will envision practical ways to embody that Kingdom life in their local context.
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This study adapts to your church
When you bring this study into your workspace, it adapts to your theological convictions, your teaching context, and your audience. No other curriculum does this.
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