Salvstion and Atonement

Why was Jesus incarnated

to atone

Atonement means for humans that

we can now achieve salvation and live for eternity

'Led like a lamb to the slaughter'

description of how Jesus was treated by mankind, how he took on mankind's pain, Jesus was the Messiah

'both hands on the head of the live goat and confess over it'

animal sacrifice was necessary for atoning in the Jewish tradition. At the crucifixion, Jesus is the last 'sacrificial lamb' as his death atones and removes the sin of humanity

Evidence of salvation and atonement

Parable of Sheep and Goats; 'those who believe in me shall not perish but have eternal life'

Importance of salvation and atonement

encourages Christians to avoid committing sin so that they can reach salvation and be Christlike and put others before themselves and being selfless

Salvation and atonement linking to love

It is because of God's love that he gives humans the opportunity to fix the relationship. Sending Jesus as a sacrifice is the ultimate act of love

Salvation and atonement linking to salvation

this has been made possible through Jesus. Christians will believe in him and follow his teachings so that they can go to heaven

Three main means of salvation

law, grace, spirit

Law

Following the teachings of Jesus and the Bible (e.g. the 10 commandments) to live a good life. The Bible say "thou shalt not kill"

Grace

through faith in Christ, not your actions

Spirit

the Holy spirit guides Christians

What do Christians believe with the three means of salvation

Christians believe that we should therefore follow the laws, have faith in Christ and be willing to be moved by the Holy Spirit

Why does God send the Holy spirit

to bring grace and help Christians live a good life

What is the holy spirit

a supernatural gift

What does this supernatural gift mean

means Christians can pray for help from God, turn from sin and live good lives.

How do we know this gift exists

because of the book of Acts

Pentecost

the event of when the Holy spirit came to disciples giving them courage to proclaim Jesus' word. Christians believe that to live a good life, God sent the Holy Spirit to bring grace

What does the supernatural gift of grace mean

Christians can pray for help from God to turn away from sin and live good lives.

What do all Christians believe

the holy spirit is at work today

Evangelical belief

use a form of worship where worshippers are encouraged to be moved by the Spirit like the disciples during Pentecost. This movement means the Holy Spirit is present and influencing them in their prayers

Roman Catholic belief

strong connection to the Holy Spirit. They believe that at baptism the child enters the triune God