The Apostles' Creed: Discovering Authentic Christianity in an Age of Counterfeits

by R. Albert Mohler Jr.

I believe. These two words are among the most explosive words any human can utter. The Apostles' Creed has shaped and guided Christian faith for almost two thousand years. Shared by Protestant, Roman Catholic, and Eastern Orthodox traditions, it is perhaps the most compelling statement of Christian doctrine the world has ever known. But do we know what it really means—and how it applies to us today? In The Apostles' Creed , renowned theologian and pastor R. Albert Mohler Jr. works line-by-line and phrase-by-phrase through each section of the Creed, revealing the rich truths it contains, The Apostles’ Creed is an often-overlooked treasure that contains the power to shape us for vibrant and steadfast living today, equipping believers to live faithfully in a post-Christian culture.

Genres: Theology, Christian, Christianity, Christian Living, Faith, Nonfiction, Church History

256 pages, Hardcover

Published March 26, 2019

About the author

Dr. R. Albert Mohler Jr. serves as president of The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary - the flagship school of the Southern Baptist Convention and one of the largest seminaries in the world.

Dr. Mohler has been recognized by such influential publications as Time and Christianity Today as a leader among American evangelicals. In fact, Time.com called him the “reigning intellectual of the evangelical movement in the U.S.”

In addition to his presidential duties, Dr. Mohler hosts two programs: “The Briefing,” a daily analysis of news and events from a Christian worldview; and “Thinking in Public,” a series of conversations with the day’s leading thinkers. He also writes a popular blog and a regular commentary on moral, cultural and theological issues. All of these can be accessed through Dr. Mohler’s website, www.AlbertMohler.com. Called “an articulate voice for conservative Christianity at large” by The Chicago Tribune, Dr. Mohler’s mission is to address contemporary issues from a consistent and explicit Christian worldview.

Reviews

[Loretta · Rating 3 out of 5]

Basic information on "The Apostles Creed".

[Mark Warnock · Rating 5 out of 5]

My church regularly preaches through the Apostles' Creed every other year. It's a way of resisting the theological attenuation typical of late modern evangelical culture in America, a resistance which is especially urgent in our locale, which is post-Christian and biblically illiterate. Our next preach-through is coming up in a couple of months, so I was delighted to get the chance to enjoy this exposition of the creed.

I've been a regular listener to Dr. Mohler for many years. He is president of the seminary where I received my PhD, and I've listened to his podcasts as well as occasional talks he's given at my church. The content of the book is exactly what I would expect from him: a rich, precise, and accessible introduction to the basic Christian doctrines surveyed in the creed. I thought about a third of the way into the book that it needs to be the new volume I give away to new Christians as their first introduction to systematic theology, and having read to the end, I have not changed my mind.

Growing up Baptist, we didn't really go in for creeds ("no creed but the Bible"), but Mohler has thoroughly convinced me of the value of this historic, memorizable, prayable summary of all that the Bible teaches. I highly recommend it, especially for growing believers who are hungering to have a deeply rooted faith.

[Caleb Stallings · Rating 2 out of 5]

Mohler is so dripping with disdain for mainliners and evangelicals alike that he can barely discuss the “splendor” of the Creed without criticizing someone. And sure, there’s a lot to critique in the Western Church, but how can you compel someone to worship a beautiful, good, and true Triune God when your vision is so weighed down by everyone around you. A weak theological offering from someone who says the creed ought to unite us. Mohler wants to divide from everyone, and mostly over tepid culture war issues. I miss Carl FH Henry.

[Jacob Moore · Rating 3 out of 5]

Though there are moments of great pastoral comforts offered, Mohler ends up being disappointingly polemic. The subtitle hints at this, but Mohler's early into highlighted how unitive the creed can be in Christian life. I wish he kept that stance instead of using it primarily to batter the typical opponents (liberal Christianity, Rome, etc.). It is not completely unwarranted for the creed to divide, but taking more time to show the Trinitarian structure of the creed, helping us see how this is the faith confessed by churches in all centuries, and being a rallying point for uniting together as believers would have been more edifying.

And only 2ish pages on the descent to the dead, which McArthur calls non-essential in his foreword. If you don't think affirming the full humanity of Christ is essential, so be it. I would have loved for him to do more with a line in the creed that may not have as much polemic function today but nonetheless is a wonderful thing to affirm as essential to our faith.

[Barry · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book provides a good introduction to the essentials of Christian doctrine through a line by line examination of the text of the Apostles’ Creed. Nothing groundbreaking here, but it’s solid.

[Lauren Ketchum · Rating 5 out of 5]

The book did exactly what I hoped it would: provide an argument for why the modern liberal church should go back to the essential truths of the Christian faith found in the historic credal confession. As the Protestant church has moved away from our historical roots, it has drifted from orthodoxy and into heresy. The creed may not contain the whole of Christianity, but “remove any statement from the creed’s affirmations, and the whole of Christianity tumbles.”

This book treats each line of the creed separately, delving into the significance of even individual words within a broader theological context. Mohler also critiques modern attempts by liberal theologians to oversimplify Christianity, leaving out key elements and reducing it to a fragile pseudo religion. The book is textually grounded in Scripture and can be read as an apologetic for the historic truths of the faith grounded in biblical theology.

I appreciated how Dr. Mohler carefully unpacks the meaning and significance of each phrase, but I wish there would’ve been more historical contextualization of its formulation, particularly the debates that went on about what/what not to include. Supplying more historical instances of how the church has relied on the creed to determine and maintain orthodoxy and build unity around key doctrines would also have supplemented his argument for why the creed is so essential for the church today.

The Apostles’ Creed is a connection to the church throughout the ages, generations of faithful witnesses, so it is important to recognize the deeper significance of simple phrases that compose what the early church thought were the basics of Christianity. As pointed out in the last paragraph of the book, the creed is also a prayer boldly confessing the faith that Christians throughout the ages have confessed and will continue to confess for eternity.

[Garrett Rupp · Rating 3 out of 5]

We’re back boys! This book was a nice book.

[Christian Barrett · Rating 4 out of 5]

Mohler provides a biblical and deep theological walk through of the Apostle’s Creed. He also proves the point as to why it is so important that Christians affirm creeds such as this one. I have not read much by Mohler, but in this book he is a fabulous story teller as he gives personal anecdotes from his life that revolve around different aspects of the creed. I would recommend this to anyone who struggles with finding the importance of historic creeds of the Christian faith.

[Becky · Rating 5 out of 5]

First sentence: It began as an assignment. It ended as a milestone in my Christian life.

This book is a great choice for new Christians or any Christian looking for a refresher course on the basics of the Christian faith. Let's be honest, every Christian needs to be preaching the gospel to themselves daily because we need frequent reminders.

Each chapter focuses on a specific phrase of the Apostles' Creed. When you break the Apostles' Creed into short phrases, and actually take the time to unpack what is being said and how significant it is to the faith, then you realize just how much theology is packed into it.

Mohler goes one step further. He not only helps readers unpack the theology of the creed but he thoughtfully examines the times. What does it mean for the church if this part of the creed is not lived out, is not upheld, is not proclaimed or taught.

He begins the book by answering the question WHY. Why is it important for Christians to know and understand the Apostles' Creed? Why study the creed? What benefits do Christians gain from understanding an ancient creed? One reason Mohler gives is that the Apostles' Creed helps every believer be able to discern true from false. (That isn't his only reason, mind you. But it is a crucial one in these days and times. If you don't have a solid foundation, deep roots, if you will, then you won't recognize false teachers and false doctrines when you encounter them. And you will encounter them. They are abundant.)

Mohler actually gives SEVEN reasons why the creed is useful and necessary.

1. Creeds define the truth. Jesus Christ told his disciples, “And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free” (John 8:32). We must study the creeds of the faith, so long as they rightly espouse the Scriptures, because they outline the truths of our faith. The truth sets the people of God free from sin, corruption, and a world under the despair of sin. The truth ushers in an eternal hope in the glorious splendor of God and his gospel to mankind.

2. Creeds correct error. The reality of truth presupposes the existence of error. In the present age, however, we find a generation, perhaps for the first time, that objects to the existence of truth. The church, however, has understood since its founding that heresy and false teaching exist and that these are horrible dangers to the people of God. Indeed, no error presents a greater danger to the church and the world than theological error. Heresy, the denial of a doctrine central to Christianity, departs from the truth and thus has eternal consequences.

3. Creeds provide rules and standards for God’s people. The Apostles’ Creed functions as a guardrail for our teaching and instruction. Indeed, the creeds protect teachers from stumbling into error by providing a rule to follow and boundaries for healthy theological discussion and development. One of the most important functions of the Apostles’ Creed, like all faithful creeds, is that it helps the church to teach and prepare new believers for faithfulness and maturity in the faith of the church. New believers in the early church were often asked to affirm the lines of the Apostles’ Creed, one by one affirming their belief and confession of the true Christian faith.

4. Creeds teach the church how to worship and confess the faith. The Apostles’ Creed delineates the most glorious and splendid truths of the Christian faith. It naturally ushers our souls into heartfelt worship and praise of God. The creeds, therefore, guide the church in worship and contain the most precious truths through which we can worship God and rightly praise his name. In corporate worship, voices converge so that I believe becomes we believe, joining together all believers, both the living and those already with Christ.

5. Creeds connect us to the faith of our fathers.

6. Creeds summarize the faith. Those who would argue for no creed but the Bible have forfeited a great gift in maintaining biblical Christianity. This dubious position fails to understand the heart behind creeds and confessions. These documents do not seek to replace Scripture. Instead, they accurately seek to summarize its content into succinct statements in order to equip Christians with brief yet crucial distillations of the faith.

7. Creeds define true Christian unity. Finally, the affirmations of the Apostles’ Creed weave a fabric that knits all Christians together in the genuine bonds of unity. Statements of faith and the creeds of the church unite believers from all ages to the unchanging truth of God’s revelation. True Christian unity is unity in the truth revealed by Christ, not unity at the expense of truth, as is becoming all too common.

It would be easy for Christians to dismiss the Apostles' Creed--not because they reject the truths it contains--but because of their familiarity with it. It is so familiar, so routine that it is easy to recite it without engaging the heart and mind. It can be recited mindlessly. But if read slowly, thoughtfully--it can be an act of worship. God is GOOD.

I loved reading this one. All of the chapters were good and solid. A few of the chapters really spoke to me and got me thinking. (For example, the chapter on Christ's Ascension.) I loved, loved, loved the chapter on the Holy Spirit.

[Rob Sumrall · Rating 3 out of 5]

Dr. Mohler's treatment of the Apostle's Creed is soundly orthodox and would be a helpful tool for a small group study, a newer believer, or a parent seeking to catechize their child.

[Ryan Trzeciak · Rating 5 out of 5]

“This is the faith of the Christian church. This is the faith of the people of God. This is the faith of those purchased by the blood of Christ. This is the faith once for so given to Christ’s church” (200). When it comes to biblical theology, there is so much more than what it’s said in the Apostle’s Creed. But when it comes to the truths necessary for salvation, both past, present, and future, there definitely is not less. Contained in these historic words are the truths necessary for one to be rescued from sin and hell, and saved to life everlasting with the Lord Jesus Christ. I appreciate Mohler’s clear and concise explanation, phrase by phrase, of this tremendous summary of the Christian faith.

[Coalición por el Evangelio]

En «El credo de los apóstoles», Albert Mohler provee una respuesta clave para la crisis teológica dentro de la iglesia. El autor afirma al final del libro que “no abarca la totalidad de la fe cristiana”, pero necesitamos reflexionar en los elementos esenciales que componen este credo ya que “esta es la fe de la iglesia cristiana” resumida en una declaración de fe histórica.

Lee la reseña en Coalición por el Evangelio.

[Minerva · Rating 3 out of 5]

A great explanation clause by clause, but not enough on the historical development or impact, which is what I was really looking for.

[Pig Rieke · Rating 3 out of 5]

Disclaimer: I only listened to this one on Audible.

In the book, Uncle Al explores the Apostles Creed against the backdrop of modern ideologies and theologies. Giving careful attention to each line of the creed, the author shows forth a Biblical orthodoxy that is to be believed and defended as summarized in the 3rd of 4th century document.

The reason I give the work such an average rating has more to do with my expectations that content. I had hoped that Uncle Al would explore the history of the document, its use in church history, and a further explanation of the often debated and ambiguous phrase “he descended into hell.” Unfortunately, none of these were thoroughly addressed.

That said, the book is an excellent work particularly if someone is grappling with orthodoxy over against liberalism or new age spirituality; however, it was not exactly what this reader was looking for due to the above mentioned reasons.

[Steven · Rating 4 out of 5]

Excellent explanation of the most well-known and historic summary of the Christian faith. Mohler advocates for the importance of this and similar statements of the faith over the history of the church. He takes the creed line by line with Biblical exposition supporting his chapter long explanations of each line. By doing this, Mohler bring the creed home to relevance in the 21st century. He offers clear explanations and applications to a historic yet relevant creed that continues to shout out the essential elements of the Gospel to this day. Great book!

[Andrew · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good lay level overview. Wish he would have gone into more depth on the history of the descent. I also think Mohler missed something important by saying the creed "pivots" to the church from the Holy Spirit, instead of holding that this was the third stanza of the creed and it was under the Spirit because it was a work attributed to Him.
Helpful overall for gathering illustrations if you plan on teaching the creed.

[Jonah Twiddy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Al Mohler uses the framework of the Apostles' Creed to not only offer an explanation of the creed itself, but also of Christianity as a whole. He does so in a concise but altogether thorough manner, offering a full and complete picture of the basic tenets of the Christian faith. A great manual for anyone seeking to understand what makes a true church.

[Peter Dray · Rating 3 out of 5]

Solid but frustratingly brief. I also felt that Mohler consistently reads evangelical theology (much of which I agree with) back into the Creed. This feels a little dishonouring to the it's authors and potentially also to devout non-evangelicals who'd understand some clauses to carry different emphases.

[Bradley Somers · Rating 4 out of 5]

Mohler does a thorough work of expounding the Apostle’s Creed. The book is written like a textbook at times and this can make it hard to keep the readers attention. Mohler’s main emphasis is a theological application more than a capturing of the historical significance. Well worth a read if you are studying this Creed.

[Madeline Fary · Rating 4 out of 5]

As someone who attends a church that recites the Apostles Creed every week, this was a super insightful read that expounded on what exactly is being said and proclaimed in every line. Mohler goes through each line and elaborates on the rich Biblical truth that each one contains.

[Tim Ray · Rating 4 out of 5]

I loved everything pretty much everything this book had to say. Certain sections were drawn out a bit and it would be difficult to focus, but all in all I enjoyed the read!

[Amber Thiessen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Not growing up in a liturgical Christian culture, the first time I was exposed to the Apostle's Creed was in the African church, when we went to moved overseas to serve as church planters; it's words were one of my first language lessons. In this book, the author teaches us the importance and value of the creed, that "all Christians believe more than is contained in the Apostles' Creed, but none can believe less." The powerful words it contains, serve as a guide for us in an ever increasing secular world, to point us toward biblical truths and weed out the lies. This is an important, 5 star read, for the all believers, to help understand the basic truths we believe.

[Omar · Rating 5 out of 5]

A line-by-line study of the doctrines expressed by the Apostles' creed. This was excellent and would make a great teaching series.

[Matthew Bramer · Rating 4 out of 5]

Written Review
Another AWESOME theological book! Dr. Albert Mohler is awesome. This is a smart look at this Apostles' Creed! I'll give you that text later, but wow, this is an incredibly detailed look at the entire creed. If you've heard of the Apostles' Creed before, this will be a FRESH LOOK. One thing I will, which is something that I LOVE, is Theological Density. Despite the clarity of Mohler's writing, the theological density of the material may still be challenging for readers with little prior theological education.

I've read a lot of prior theological books, and this is just another rung on the theological ladder, pardon that analogy. Really quick read, also very impactful in my faith. Something good to understand, specifically for me, was the "He descended into hell". This is something that I am very interested in, what is hell and hades and sheol and gehenna? There is a chapter on that line, and it is very helpful!

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The Apostles' Creed: What is it?
The Apostles' Creed is one of the oldest and most widely accepted creeds in Christianity. It is a succinct statement of Christian faith that outlines key doctrinal beliefs held by many Christian denominations. The creed is traditionally believed to have been composed by the apostles themselves, though it more likely developed over time as a summary of apostolic teaching. Here is the text of the Apostles' Creed:

The Apostles' Creed:
I believe in God, the Father Almighty,
Maker of heaven and earth.

And in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord,
who was conceived by the Holy Spirit,
born of the Virgin Mary,
suffered under Pontius Pilate,
was crucified, dead, and buried.
He descended into hell.
The third day He rose again from the dead.
He ascended into heaven,
and sits at the right hand of God the Father Almighty.
From thence He shall come to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,
the holy catholic Church,
the communion of saints,
the forgiveness of sins,
the resurrection of the body,
and the life everlasting. Amen.

Key Elements of the Apostles' Creed
- Belief in God the Father Almighty: Affirms belief in one God, the Creator of heaven and earth.

- Belief in Jesus Christ: Asserts the divinity and humanity of Jesus, His conception by the Holy Spirit, birth from the Virgin Mary, suffering, crucifixion, death, burial, descent into hell, resurrection, ascension, and eventual return for judgment.

- Belief in the Holy Spirit: Acknowledges the Holy Spirit's role in the life of the believer and the church.

- The Holy Catholic Church: Declares faith in the universal (catholic) church, the communion of saints, the community of believers across all times and places.
Forgiveness of Sins: Affirms the forgiveness offered through Jesus Christ.
Resurrection of the Body and Life Everlasting: Expresses hope in the resurrection and eternal life.

The Apostles' Creed is recited in many Christian liturgies and is used as a statement of faith in baptisms and other religious ceremonies. Its concise and profound articulation of Christian beliefs has made it a foundational document for centuries.

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Summary
In "The Apostles' Creed," R. Albert Mohler Jr., a prominent theologian and president of the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, explores one of Christianity's most enduring statements of faith. The Apostles' Creed, a concise summary of core Christian doctrines, has been a foundational element in the life of the church for centuries. Mohler unpacks each phrase of the Creed, illuminating its historical significance and contemporary relevance.

Main Themes
- Historical and Theological Context: Mohler provides an in-depth historical background of the Apostles' Creed, tracing its development and usage throughout church history. He emphasizes how the Creed has served as a unifying statement of faith amidst various theological disputes and cultural changes.

- Doctrinal Clarity: Each chapter of the book is dedicated to a specific phrase of the Creed. Mohler meticulously explains the theological implications of each statement, such as the nature of God as Father, the divinity and humanity of Jesus Christ, the work of the Holy Spirit, and the hope of resurrection and eternal life.

- Countering Modern Challenges: A significant portion of the book addresses how the Apostles' Creed confronts contemporary theological errors and cultural misconceptions. Mohler argues that in an age where authentic Christianity is often overshadowed by counterfeits, the Creed provides clarity and truth.

- Practical Application: Mohler emphasizes that the Creed is not just a historical artifact but a living declaration that should shape the faith and practice of Christians today. He encourages readers to let the truths of the Creed inform their worship, discipleship, and witness in the world.



Critical Analysis
Strengths:
- Clarity and Accessibility: Mohler's writing is clear and accessible, making complex theological concepts understandable to a broad audience. His ability to distill deep theological truths into concise, readable chapters is commendable.

- Relevance: By connecting the ancient words of the Creed to contemporary issues, Mohler demonstrates its enduring relevance. His discussions on how the Creed addresses modern cultural and theological challenges are particularly insightful.

- Passionate Defense: Mohler's passion for doctrinal purity and his defense of orthodox Christianity shine through in his writing. His commitment to upholding the historical faith of the church is both inspiring and convincing.




Conclusion
"The Apostles' Creed: Discovering Authentic Christianity in an Age of Counterfeits" is a valuable resource for anyone seeking to understand the core doctrines of the Christian faith. R. Albert Mohler Jr.'s thorough and passionate exploration of the Apostles' Creed serves as both an educational tool and a call to deeper faithfulness in an age of confusion and compromise. Whether for personal study, small group discussion, or theological education, this book offers profound insights into the timeless truths of Christianity.

[Clint Sanchez · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love how Mohler explain how important The Apsostles Greed is. How it is the confession of believing in Jesus Cheist as our Lord and savior.

[Dwayne Smith · Rating 5 out of 5]

All I can say is, Dr. Mohler hit it out of the park. As a child growing up and into my adult years, I had always been taught that creeds especially the Apostles Creed is one to be ignored and never recited. That is what the Presbyterians, Episcopalians, Church of England and Roman Catholics do. We as Baptist just don’t do such things. Reading this book has not only changed my mind concerning embracing the Apostles Creed but is something the church should be taught to embrace and quote as well. God Bless Dr. Mohler for writing this great book that breaks down the Apostles Creed in a way that both the layperson and scholar can read and understand. As a pastor, I plan on teaching my church the Apostles Creed and to begin reciting it each Lords Day.

[Kevin Burrell · Rating 2 out of 5]

This book felt very imbalanced. In some chapters, Mohler spent too much time on tangential thoughts and seemed to miss the heart of the topic. In others, especially his chapter on “he descended into hell” he decides not to address the topic at all; honestly, a book about the Apostles Creed that does not help the reader understand that phrase seems negligent.

[Ned · Rating 5 out of 5]

Tonic for frivolity

I highly recommend this excellent commentary on the Apostles' Creed. It beats the popular fluff one often finds taking Christendom by storm. How vital these statements of faith are in a culture built on the shifting sands of narcissism.

[Josh Long · Rating 3 out of 5]

A good introduction to orthodox Christianity. Every follower of Christ needs to (some degree) adhere to the structure of the apostles creed. Mohler does a great job at deconstructing these beliefs and providing a clear understanding of them. Sadly however, this book was dry as bones.

[Bill Pence · Rating 5 out of 5]

The author, a respected theologian and seminary president, tells us that though the “Apostles’ Creed” is just one treasured summary of the Christian faith, it is the most commonly confessed doctrinal statement in Christian history. Between the beginning and the end of the Apostles’ Creed is the entire body of biblical truth with the gospel of Jesus Christ as its center. All Christians believe more than is contained in the Apostles’ Creed, but none can believe less. The Apostles’ Creed was not written by the apostles, but the church fathers, and reflects the early church’s effort to express and summarize the faith given by Christ to the apostles. The creed stands as a timeless distillation of the Christian faith. In a few short words, the Apostles’ Creed proclaims the infinite glory of the Christian gospel.
In this helpful book, the author takes us through each stanza of the Apostles’ Creed, which begin with the statement “I believe.” Each and every section of the creed encapsulates the very essence and foundation of what the people of God believe—and what they have always believed. The framers of the creed penned into its affirmations only what they understood as essential to the Christian faith. He tells us that we should see the Apostles’ Creed as a confession of Christ with an introduction and a conclusion. What Christians desperately need at this time is to return to historic Christianity, the Christianity that emerged from the rich doctrinal commitments and evangelistic fervor of the apostles. The author tells us that a study on the Apostles’ Creed could not be more relevant in this age of modernity.
Below are some of my favorite quotes from the book:
• Christians are defined by one primary mark: we believe in and are disciples of the Lord Jesus Christ.
• Just as in the early centuries of the church, it takes courage to be an orthodox Christian.
• The shortest and most universal declaration of any Christian is simply this: “Jesus is Lord.”
• Some even claim that they can accept Christ as Savior but not as Lord. This assertion, however, is a complete misunderstanding of New Testament theology and an unbiblical separation of Christ’s offices of Priest and King.
• A Christian who doesn’t believe in the virgin birth is in eternal peril, for the one in whom he believes is not the One who is testified in the Scriptures.
• If Christians deny the virgin birth, and treat the conception of the Holy Spirit as a myth, then they threaten a whole range of other Christian doctrines: the truthfulness of Scripture, the humanity of Christ, the sinlessness of Christ, and the nature of grace.
• The Son did not devise his own plan for salvation. He came to do the will of his Father.
• The message of the cross is the good news of salvation, and the story of the cross is the story of God’s love for sinners.
• To deny substitutionary atonement, one denies the nature of God and the only hope of salvation for mankind.
• Jesus Christ rose on the third day! This is the greatest good news in all of human history.
• In some mysterious, spectacular way, the indwelling of the Spirit eclipses the physical presence of Jesus Christ.
• Christ’s judgment will be so perfect that all the judged—whether declared righteous through Christ or not—will agree with the righteousness of the judgment.
• An anemic view of sin will give way to a cheap gospel, a pointless cross, and a Messiah who need not to have shed his blood.
• Heaven is not a place of less; it is a place of infinitely more. All the good things known in this life will either be amplified infinitely in the life everlasting, or they will be transcended by things that are infinitely better.