Q1: What is the official title of the song often searched as "This Is What I Believe"?
A1: The official title is "This I Believe (The Creed)," written by Ben Fielding and Matt Crocker, released by Hillsong Worship on their 2014 live album No Other Name.
Q2: Is the song based on the Apostles' Creed or the Nicene Creed?
A2: The song is primarily adapted from the Apostles' Creed, incorporating its specific progression through the Father, the Son, the Holy Spirit, the virgin birth, Christ's descent and resurrection, the communion of saints, and eternal life.
Q3: What key is best for a mixed congregation to sing this song?
A3: The original Hillsong recording is in C major. For male worship leaders, G major or A major provides an accessible sweet spot; for female worship leaders, C major or D major generally keeps the melody within an easily singable range for the room.
Q4: Why does the song say "descended into darkness" instead of "descended into hell"?
A4: The songwriters chose "descended into darkness" to capture the broader biblical concept of Sheol or the grave while avoiding protracted denominational arguments over conflicting theological views of Christ's activities between the crucifixion and resurrection.
