In addition to the New International Version of the Bible (2011, Biblica), the following resources were used to help write this sermon: Stuart Briscoe, The Apostles’ Creed: Beliefs That Matter, pp. 35-49; Walter Brueggemann, Genesis in the Interpretation Commentary, pp. 22-39; Leslie J. Hoppe, “Creator of Heaven and Earth” in Exploring & Proclaiming the Apostles’ Creed, Roger E. VanHarn, Ed., pp. 38-48; R. Kent Hughes, Genesis in the Preaching the Word Commentary, pp. 15-39; Ray Pritchard, Credo: Believing in Something to Die For, pp. 43-50 Josh Reitano, Rooted: Maker of Heaven and Earth, New City Presbyterian Church, Cincinnati, OH, 1-16-11.