(Nicene Creed Sermons 2 of 5)
Sermon Title: “The Father Almighty: Creator of All”
Creed Line: “I believe in God, the Father Almighty, Creator of heaven and earth”
Introduction: What We Say We Believe
We begin our series on the Apostles’ Creed with its opening line:
“I believe in God, the Father Almighty, Creator of heaven and earth.”
This is more than a doctrine—it’s a declaration of allegiance. It tells the world: This is the God I trust, the one I live for.
Genesis 1 paints a picture of that God, and Luke 10 shows us how we respond as people made in His image.
1. “I Believe in God…” — The God Who Speaks
“In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth.” (Genesis 1:1)
Before there was anything, there was God—not explained, not introduced, just present. Eternal. Independent. Sovereign.
And how does He create?
“And God said…”
Over and over again, God speaks, and reality forms. There is no struggle, no battle—just divine authority expressed through divine speech.
When we say, “I believe in God,” we’re saying we trust the One who holds that kind of power—the One who speaks light into darkness and brings order out of chaos.
2. “…The Father Almighty” — The God Who Is Both Near and Powerful
To say that God is Father is to say He is personal, relational, caring. And to say He is Almighty is to say He has absolute power and authority.
Genesis 1 reveals both:
- God forms the world with power.
- Then He fills it with beauty and life.
- He creates humanity in His own image:
“So God created man in his own image… male and female he created them.” (Genesis 1:27)
Here is the heart of the Father: He didn’t just make the world—He made us, and He made us for Himself.
This ties beautifully into Luke 10, where Jesus sends out 72 of His followers:
“The harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few. Ask the Lord of the harvest… Go! I am sending you out like lambs among wolves.” (Luke 10:2–3)
Why is that significant?
Because the same God who created the world is now sending people into it. He’s not a distant deity—He’s a Father who empowers His children. He sends them out with His authority, just as He once spoke creation into existence with His authority.
3. “…Creator of Heaven and Earth” — The God Who Owns It All
When we call God the Creator, we’re recognizing that everything belongs to Him. Heaven and earth, visible and invisible, were made by His will.
“The earth is the Lord’s, and everything in it…” (Psalm 24:1)
Genesis shows us a world filled with divine intention—every star, every seed, every soul was created with purpose.
But here’s where Luke 10 deepens our understanding. Jesus sends His followers into God’s creation—into the villages, the streets, the homes—and tells them to proclaim:
“The kingdom of God has come near to you.” (Luke 10:9)
This is not just a missionary trip—it’s a return to our original calling in Genesis 1: to fill the earth, care for it, and represent God’s rule.
When we go into the world with the gospel, we are acting as stewards of God’s creation, sent by the Father Almighty to bring His presence near.
Conclusion: What This Means for Us Today
So what does this line in the Creed mean for our lives today?
- Trust Him – When life feels chaotic, remember Genesis 1: God brings light out of darkness. He’s your Father Almighty.
- Worship Him – The world is not an accident. Your body, your work, your relationships—they’re all sacred because they were created by God.
- Join Him – Just like the 72 in Luke 10, we are sent into God’s world with a mission. The same God who formed the universe now commissions you to bring His kingdom near—to your family, your coworkers, your community.
Closing Challenge: Sent by the Creator
Let me close with this:
You were made by the Father Almighty, in His image. And now, like in Luke 10, you are sent into His world.
This week, remember:
- The beauty around you is the artwork of your Creator.
- The people you encounter are image-bearers of your Father.
- And every act of faithfulness you offer is part of declaring:
“The kingdom of God has come near.”
Let’s stand confidently in our confession:
“I believe in God, the Father Almighty, Creator of heaven and earth.”
Amen.
Service: Revd Lex Bradley-Stow 6th July 2025. (St John The Baptist Church Peterborough UK)
Reading: The Nicene Creed