Why the Nicene Creed Still Matters: Calvin, Creeds & the Church Today | Sam Ha

Why does a 1,700-year-old creed still matter today? In this conversation, Sam Ha, Theological Librarian and Curator of the Meeter Center for Calvin Studies, joins Phillip Palacios, Director of Communications, to explore the enduring significance of the Nicene Creed, and why it continues to shape the church and Christian life. Recorded during Calvin Theological Seminary’s 150th anniversary, the discussion traces the connections between the ancient creeds, the Reformed confessions, and John Calvin’s vision of theology as lived wisdom. Sam Ha reflects on how the Nicene Creed anchors Christian belief, unites the global church, and holds together truth, worship, and daily practice. The conversation also addresses suffering, unity, pilgrimage, and why theology must speak faithfully to its own time. Whether you’re new to the creeds or rooted in the Reformed tradition, this interview offers a compelling case for why “We believe” is not just a statement of faith—but a way of life. In this video, you’ll hear about: Why the Nicene Creed still matters today How Calvin retrieved ancient faith for a new generation The Heidelberg Catechism and Reformed theology Theology as worship, consolation, and practice What the next 150 years might hold for Calvin Seminary 🎧 Originally recorded for The Forum Podcast, a production of Calvin Theological Seminary. #NiceneCreed #CalvinTheology #ReformedTradition #ChristianCreeds #TheologyAndLife #CalvinSeminary #ForumPodcast ------ Calvin Seminary Website - https://calvinseminary.edu/ Programs Overview - https://calvinseminary.edu/seminary-p... Admissions Overview - https://calvinseminary.edu/admissions/ The Forum Platform - https://theforum.calvinseminary.edu/