The Eternal Son: Begotten Not Made

Send us Fan MailIn this episode Pastor Ian Thompson explores the profound Christology of the Nicene Creed, focusing on the declaration that Jesus Christ is “begotten, not made.” The sermon distinguishes between being begotten — eternally sharing the Father’s divine essence — and being made, which belongs only to created beings.Pastor Thompson explains how the Creed’s use of homoousios (“of one substance with the Father”) affirms Christ’s full equality in nature, glory, and worship. This truth forms a necessary shield against historical and modern heresies that reduce Jesus to a creature, a prophet, or a lesser divine being.The episode emphasises that if Christ were merely created, He could not reconcile humanity to God or grant eternal life. His divinity makes salvation possible, while His humanity makes salvation complete.Ultimately, the Nicene Creed stands as a protective wall, ensuring that believers place their trust in the true, uncreated Saviour — the eternal Son who shares the very being of the Father and brings us into the life of God.Know SurrenderWelcome to Know Surrender—a podcast about learning what it truly means to surrender to Jesus Christ. Not in defeat, but in devotion. Here we explore scripture, history, and the call to follow Christ with heart, mind, and life. To know surrender… is to know Him. This is an advert for financial supportSupport the showIf you enjoy hearing our podcasts why not consider supporting our churchBank Sort Code 60-20-23 Account Number 38445514Account Name "Bootle Protestant Free ChurchorCheques can be sent to Pastor Ian ThompsonMade to "Bootle Protestant Free Church" University Rd/Trinity Road Bootle Merseyside L20 3BBand why not visit our facebook pagehttps://www.facebook.com/bootleprotestantfreechurch