Credo: The Apostles' Creed

The Forgiveness of Sins

November 20, 2022 • Pat Flores • Ephesians 1:7

In Christ, we have redemption and forgiveness from his grace.

The Communion of Saints

November 13, 2022 • Josh Valdez • Hebrews 10:24–25

In a time when church attendance and membership is in decline, Christians must recapture the necessity of the church. Within the church, Christians stir one another to love and good works. Our spiritual growth is dependent upon our commitment to the church.

The Holy Catholic Church

November 6, 2022 • Josh Valdez • 1 Peter 2:9–10

A right understanding of the church is essential for grown. In his first letter, Peter reveals to us what the church is and what the church does.

The Holy Spirit

October 23, 2022 • Josh Valdez • John 14:16–18

There is much confusion about who the Holy Spirit is and what he does. In John's Gospel, Jesus reveals that the Holy Spirit is the paraclete who gives us his very presence.

Jesus Christ, Judge of the Living and Dead

October 16, 2022 • Josh Valdez • 2 Thessalonians 1:6–10

At the end of days, Jesus will be revealed to bring judgement. He will come with all authority and all power to set the world right. While terrifying for his enemies, the Day of Lord will be glorious, wondrous, restorative and restful.

Jesus Christ, Ascension and Reign

October 2, 2022 • Ethan Quimby • Daniel 7:13–14

Following his resurrection, Jesus ascended into heaven and took the throne.

Jesus Christ, He Rose Again

September 25, 2022 • Josh Valdez • Romans 1:3–4

On the third day, Jesus Christ rose from the dead and burst from the tomb. On Easter morning, Jesus was coronated as King. The Resurrection empowers our Christian living.

Jesus Christ, Descended into Hell?

September 18, 2022 • Josh Valdez • 1 Peter 3:18–20

The most controversial line in the Apostles' Creed is Jesus descending into hell. Is it Biblical? In this message, Pastor Josh Valdez goes to one of the most challenging passages in the New Testament, 1 Peter 3:18-20. Jesus is the prototype of suffering and he proclaimed victory.

Jesus Christ, Dead and Buried

September 11, 2022 • Josh Valdez • Isaiah 53:8–9

The death and burial of Jesus is part of the Gospel itself. it gives us confidence in the reliability of the Bible. It reveals that Jesus is truly man. His death and burial bring us comfort as he has already navigated this path before us.

Jesus Christ, Crucified

September 4, 2022 • Josh Valdez • Isaiah 53:10–12, Isaiah 53:4–7

Jesus was crucified as our replacement. He bore our griefs, carried our sorrows, was pierced for our transgressions and crushed for our iniquities. The glories of the Gospel are on full display in this sacred text.

Jesus Christ, Suffered Under Pontius Pilate

August 28, 2022 • Josh Valdez • Isaiah 52:13–15, Isaiah 53:1–3

Isaiah 53 is one of the most profound passages in the entire Bible. In this message, Pastor Josh Valdez points us to the suffering of Jesus. Here, we know that we have a high priest who sympathizes with us.

Jesus Christ, Conception and Birth

August 21, 2022 • Josh Valdez • Luke 1:26–38

The conception of Jesus by the Holy Spirit and his being born of a virgin are essential doctrines of the Christian faith. Without them, there is no Gospel.

Jesus Christ, Our Lord

August 7, 2022 • Bo Skeen • Philippians 1:21

When Jesus is your lord, life is Christ and death is gain. This is made possible by the Gospel.

Jesus Christ, Only Begotten Son

July 31, 2022 • Ethan Quimby • Psalm 2

God, Maker of Heaven and Earth

July 24, 2022 • Josh Valdez • Nehemiah 9:6

God is the self sufficient one, the creator and the sustainer. He made the heavens and earth for his glory and as an overflow of his goodness. Meditation on these truths leads us to worship.