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Literal interpretation of the creation story

Literally everything is true and everything in the bible is exactly how its told

In the beginning, God created the heavens and earth’ genesis

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Liberal interpretation of the bible:

bible needs to be interpreted for modern society, Bible’s are metaphors/stories designed to communicate a truth (God created the universe)

or human error since bible was transcribed over 1000 years ago

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What’s the trinity?

idea that God is one, but exists in 3 diff person:

  • the 3 people of:
    —> God the father: Creator & sustainer of all things

    —> God the son: - incarnation of God, as a human being (Jesus)

    —> Holy spirit: - power of God which is active in the world

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What does transcendence mean?

God’s superior to humans &beyond our understanding

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What does incarnation mean?

God became Jesus in human form

  • believed Jesus both fully human & fully God

God showed himself as a being for 30 years

—> when Jesus was baptized, a voice from heaven was heard: “you’re my son” Mark 1:11

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What’s the crucification of Jesus?

Jesus sent to die on cross (cruxification)

  • wasn’t spared of pain & horror

Jesus forgave those who crucified him

  • Christians who accept Jesus’ sacrifice are no longer destroyed by sin in their lives, God forgives those who faithfully ask for it

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What’s resurrection in Christianity?

the belief that Jesus rose from the dead on Easter Sunday conquering death

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What’s the resurrection of Jesus

  • 1) Placed in a tomb on Friday

  • 2) angels told men Jesus had risen & to spread the message

  • 3)Christians believe resurrection shows power over good & evil

    —> accepting Jesus means they will also be resurrected (in a way)

    —> no need to fear death

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What’s original sin?

tendency to sin in all human beings, which is believed to be inherited from Adam & Eve

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What do Christians believe in life after death?

afterlife begins upon death or at Day of Judgement where Jesus will return and judge the living and the dead

  • god judges the fate of those who die

  • in serving others, you are serving Jesus

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What’s salvation?

to be saved from sin and its consequences a result of Jesus being crucified on the cross.

  • enables humans to get close to God again & be granted eternal life

Christians believe there are two main ways to get salvation:

  • salvation through good works: through faith in God and obeying God’s law: eg ten commandments

  • Salvation through grace: Salvation is given by God through faith in Jesus & his teachings; a gift for being faithful

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What’s atonement?

the belief that Jesus’ death on the cross healed the rift between God and humans

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What’s the ascension of Jesus?

Jesus leaving Earth 7going to heaven to join God (father)

Importance:

  • Jesus’ followers witnessed him ascending to the clouds, leaving no doubt he’s with God

  • demonstrates God’s omnipotence

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