Belonging to God

This section-by-section, line-by-line commentary reflects on the meaning of "A Brief Statement of Faith" and its relevance for today. It will help Presbyterians think about who they are and what they believe, and will interest others concerned with the relationship between the Christian tradition and contemporary issues.

Preface

7

(10)

Acknowledgments

17

(2)

Suggestions for Use in Liturgy and Teaching

19

(2)

``A Brief Statement of Faith---Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)'' (text, with Preface and cross-references)

21

(16)

Trust in the Triune God

To Whom We Belong (Lines 1-6)

37

(14)

Trust in Jesus Christ, Fully Human, Fully God

Incarnation (Lines 7-8)

51

(10)

Ministry (Lines 9-18)

61

(9)

Cross (Lines 19-22)

70

(12)

Resurrection (Lines 23-26)

82

(11)

Trust in God, Whom Jesus Called Abba, Father

God---Abba---Father (Lines 27-28)

93

(3)

Creation (Lines 29-32)

96

(12)

Sin (Lines 33-39)

108

(15)

Covenant (Lines 40-51)

123

(14)

Trust in God the Holy Spirit

The Life of the Spirit (Lines 52-57)

137

(10)

The Gathering of the Church (Lines 58-64)

147

(12)

The Witness of God's People (Lines 65-71)

159

(16)

Joyful Perseverance (Lines 72-76)

175

(12)

Conclusion

Hope and Glory (Lines 77-80)

187

(8)

Notes

195

(8)

For Further Reading

203

(2)

Index of Names and Subjects

205

(6)

Index of Scripture References

211

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