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Michael Easley inContext

The Nicene Creed: An Introduction with Dr. Phillip Cary

May 23, 2023
Dr. Phillip Cary, author of The Nicene Creed: An Introduction, discusses the significance of the Nicene Creed as a summary of the gospel and the challenges of translating it. They explore the power of liturgy, the importance of the Virgin Mary in redemption, and the doctrine of the Trinity.
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Quick takeaways

  • The Nicene Creed is a concise summary of the gospel and provides key insights about the nature of God, including the belief in one God who exists as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
  • 'Begotten, not made' is a crucial phrase in the Nicene Creed that counters the heretical teaching of Arius and emphasizes the unique eternal birth of Jesus Christ.

Deep dives

Overview of Dr. Phil Kerry's Book and Background

In this podcast episode, the host welcomes Dr. Phil Kerry, a theologian whose book on the Nicene Creed is discussed. The host and Dr. Kerry briefly reminisce about their previous interactions and express their admiration for each other's work. They discuss the choice to publish with Leximpress and praise the publisher's commitment to building up the church through prayer and study. Additionally, the quality and layout of the book are commended.

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