AQA GCSE RS Christianity Key Points

What is the story of creation told in?

The book of Genesis, summarizing creation in seven days.

What does omnipotent mean?

All-powerful; nothing is impossible with God.

What does omni-benevolent mean?

All-loving, shown by God giving his son for eternal life.

What is the Incarnation?

God in human form through Jesus.

What is the Holy Trinity?

God as three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

Why is the crucifixion important?

It teaches that God forgives sin through Jesus's sacrifice.

What does the resurrection signify?

Jesus's divine status and the reality of life after death.

What is original sin?

An inbuilt human tendency to do wrong inherited from Adam.

What is salvation?

Being saved from sin and restoring a relationship with God.

What is liturgical worship?

A set service that follows a regular pattern led by priests.

What is transubstantiation?

Bread and wine literally becoming the body and blood of Christ.

What is believers' baptism?

Full immersion baptism for adults who can consciously choose their faith.

What does Christmas celebrate?

The incarnation and birth of Jesus.

What does Easter celebrate?

The resurrection of Jesus from the dead.

What is a pilgrimage?

A physical and spiritual journey to a holy site.

What do street pastors do?

Help vulnerable people on streets at night and discourage anti-social behavior.

What is the Great Commission?

Jesus's command to make disciples of all nations.

What is CAFOD?

Catholic agency providing clean water, education, and healthcare in developing countries.

What is Tearfund?

An evangelical relief fund responding to global disasters and poverty.

What does Christian Aid do?

Provides emergency relief and sustainable development in 50 countries.

What is the Ascension?

Jesus returning to heaven 40 days after his resurrection.

What is the Lord's Prayer?

The model prayer taught by Jesus to his disciples.

What is infant baptism?

Welcoming babies into the church through the washing away of sin.

What is evangelism?

Spreading the Christian message and faith to others.

What is reconciliation?

Restoring a broken relationship and harmony with God.

What is Holy Communion?

A service remembering Jesus's sacrifice using bread and wine.

What is non-liturgical worship?

A service that does not follow a set text or pattern, often focusing on spontaneous prayer and preaching.

What is informal worship?

A type of non-liturgical worship, sometimes in 'house churches', that is community-led and relaxed.

What are set prayers?

Prayers written down and said by many people, such as the Lord's Prayer.

What is extempore prayer?

Unprepared or spontaneous prayer spoken from the heart.

What is a sacrament?

An outward sign of an inward spiritual grace, recognized by Christians as a holy ritual.

What is confirmation?

A rite where a person confirms the promises made on their behalf at infant baptism.

What is Lent?

A 40-day period of fasting and reflection leading up to Easter, remembering Jesus's time in the desert.

What is Advent?

A season of preparation and waiting for the birth of Jesus at Christmas.

What is a creed?

A formal statement of Christian belief, such as the Apostles' or Nicene Creed.

What is grace?

God's unearned love and mercy freely given to humanity.

What is sin?

Any action or thought that separates humans from God.

What is agape?

Unconditional, self-giving love, exemplified by God's love for humanity.

What is the Parable of the Sheep and the Goats?

A teaching by Jesus showing that serving vulnerable people is equivalent to serving Jesus himself.

What is ecumenism?

An initiative aimed at promoting Christian unity across different denominations.

What is the World Council of Churches?

An international organization bringing together different Christian churches to work for unity and justice.

How do Christians help through food banks?

By donating food and running centers to support people experiencing poverty and hunger.

What is Christian persecution?

The mistreatment and suffering experienced by Christians worldwide for their faith.

What is a mission?

A religious activity aimed at spreading the faith or providing humanitarian service.

What is the role of the local church?

To provide worship, fellowship, education, and practical support to the community.

What is baptism's general significance?

It marks the entry into the Christian community and symbolizes spiritual rebirth.