Mid-Term Study Guide: Perspectives on Christianity

A comprehensive set of flashcards covering key concepts in Christianity from the Mid-Term Study Guide.

Theology

The study of the nature of God and religious belief.

Faith and reason

The relationship between belief and rational thought in understanding religious truths.

Divine Revelation

The way in which God reveals Himself and His truth to humanity.

Scripture

Sacred writings that are inspired by God, detailing His message and purpose.

Covenant

A solemn agreement between God and His people, fundamental to biblical understanding.

Sin

A moral wrongdoing; particularly, Original Sin refers to the fallen state of humanity.

Salvation history

The narrative of God's saving actions throughout history, culminating in Jesus Christ.

Creation Accounts

The biblical narratives in Genesis 1-2 describing God's creation of the world.

The Fall

The event in Genesis 3 where sin entered the world through Adam and Eve.

Covenants in the Bible

Major agreements between God and key biblical figures including Noah, Abraham, Jacob, Moses, and David.

Exodus

The departure of the Israelites from slavery in Egypt, led by Moses.

Kings in the Old Testament

David and Solomon, pivotal figures in Israel's monarchy and covenantal history.

Role of the Prophets

Messengers of God who call people to faithfulness and justice, and foretell the coming Messiah.

The Gospels

The first four books of the New Testament that tell the story of Jesus' life and teachings.

Peter's Confession of Faith

Peter's declaration of Jesus as the Messiah, highlighting the understanding of Christ's identity.