Which of the following statements is true of Christianity’s belief in God the Father?
a. God is seen as the creator of heaven and earth.
b. God is not considered to be perfect.
c. God is considered a divine being and not a living being like humans.
d. Christianity today still unanimously supports the sanctity of the gendered term "Father" to refer to God.
a. God is seen as the creator of heaven and earth.
Analysis:
a. Correct. God is seen as the creator of heaven and earth.
b, c & d. Incorrect. Much of the first article of the Nicene Creed is drawn directly from Jewish belief about God that was settled long before Jesus.
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