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A Summary Statement of Belief
  
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Lutherans and the Holy Bible
 
Confessional Lutherans believe that the Bible is inspired.
 
That is, "men spoke from God as they were carried along by the Holy Spirit." 2 Peter 1:21 NIV
Confessional Lutherans believe that the Bible is inerrant, or infallible (without error.) Confessional Lutherans, with Luther, place themselves under Scripture to be judged by it, not over it to judge it! Confessional Lutherans pray with the Church through the ages:  
 
The Ecumenical Creeds
The Apostles Creed - the Holy Apostles did not write this creed but it does contain their teachings. It is the earliest of the three creeds and is a basic summary of our Christian faith. We find this creed being used in the early Church in both the baptismal and worship services. The Apostles Creed does three things for us. First, it gives us a simple way of telling others what we believe. Secondly, it gives Christians a basic statement of faith in which we celebrate our oneness in Christ. Thirdly, it gives us a handy tape measure to see if certain teachings are Christian or not.
 
I believe in God, the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth.
 
And in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord; who was conceived by the Holy Ghost, born of the Virgin Mary; suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died and was buried. He descended into hell. The third day He rose again from the dead; He ascended into heaven And sitteth on the right hand of God the Father Almighty;  From thence He shall come to judge the quick and dead.
 
I believe in the Holy Ghost, the Holy Christian Church, the Communion of Saints, the Forgiveness of sins, the Resurrection of the Body, and the Life everlasting.  Amen
 
  
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The Nicene Creed
  
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Athanasian Creed
  
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A Summary of the Augsburg Confession
What Evangelical Lutherans Believe, Teach and Confess
Martin Luther's Seal
— Dr. Martin Luther's seal expresses his theology and his faith. It was his own design.
 
 "The Christian's heart is resting on roses   E'en while beneath the cross it reposes."
  
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