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Which three Persons shared in the act of creation according to Genesis 1:1-3?
God the Father, God the Son (the Word), and God the Holy Spirit (wind or breath from God).
What does the Nicene Creed teach about God the Father?
He is the creator of all things.
"I believe in one God, the Father almighty, maker of heaven and earth."
What does the Nicene Creed say about God the Son's eternal nature?
Like God the Father, God the Son is eternal.
"...the Only Begotten Son of God, born of the Father before all ages."
How does the Nicene Creed describe the Son's incarnation?
The Son became human through the Holy Spirit and the Virgin Mary.
Quote: "...by the Holy Spirit was incarnate of the Virgin Mary, and became man."
How does the Nicene Creed explain Jesus' suffering and death?
He suffered, died, and rose again to save humanity from sin.
Quote: "For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate, he suffered death and was buried, and rose again on the third day."
What does the Nicene Creed say about God the Holy Spirit’s role in life?
The Holy Spirit is the giver of life.
Quote: "I believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life."
How does the Holy Spirit relate to the Father and the Son according to the Nicene Creed?
The Holy Spirit proceeds from the Father and the Son and is equal in majesty and power.
Quote: "...who proceeds from the Father and the Son."
How does Genesis 1:1-3 show the involvement of the Holy Spirit in creation?
The phrase "wind from God" can also be translated as "breath" or "spirit," indicating the Holy Spirit’s role.
Quote: "...a wind from God swept over the face of the waters."
How do Christians interpret God’s Word in Genesis 1?
They interpret the Word as a reference to God the Son (Jesus).
Quote: "Then God said, 'Let there be light,' and there was light."
What does the Nicene Creed say about the Holy Spirit's power and glory?
he Holy Spirit is adored and glorified alongside the Father and the Son.
Quote: "...who with the Father and the Son is adored and glorified."
