Christianity Beliefs & Practices

quote for each of the trinity

Father : “And God created the Heavens and the Earth.”
Son : “And the Word became flesh and made his dwelling amongst us.” Holy Spirit : “The Holy Spirit will teach you all things and remind you of everything I have said to you.”

2 Christian responses to the problem of evil and suffering

• original sin

• free will

Christian belief in the ascension

40 days after the resurrection, Jesus declared the Great Commission and ascended to Heaven with God.

3 ways Christians believe they will achieve salvation

• Holy Spirit

• Grace

• Good deeds

Bible quote that supports the belief that Jesus is the saviour

“And we have seen and testify that the Father has sent the son as the Saviour of the world.”

4 forms of worship

Formal, Informal + Liturgical, Non-Liturgical

What is a sacrament

A religious ceremony or ritual for divine grace

What are examples of Protestant sacraments

Mass / Holy Communion and Baptism

What are the 7 Catholic sacraments

Baptism, Confirmation (sealed with the Holy Spirit, after infant baptism), Eucharist, Atonement, Anointing of the Sick, Word of God, and Marriage.

What does Holy Communion celebrate

sacrifice of Christ for humanity

Quote for Holy Communion

“This is my body, which is given for you. Do this in remembrance of me.”

What does Christmas celebrate and what is a quote that links to it

• celebrates Jesus’ birth

• “For unto you is born this city of David a Saviour, Christ the Lord.”

Difference between Mission and Evangelism

• mission : umbrella term - overall command of spreading faith, e.g. social justice, evangelism, making new churches

• evangelism : sharing the gospel with the intent of leading others to faith in Jesus Christ

Christian organisation + quote for reconciliation

• Corymeela Community

• “If you are offering your gift at the altar, and you remember your brother or sister has something against you, leave your gift at the altar and go and be reconciled with them; then come and offer this gift.”

Christian organisation + quote for persecution

• Open Doors

• “Maintain the right of the lowly and destitute.” / “Rescue the oppressed.”

Christian organisation + quote for poverty

• Tearfund

• “Blessed are the poor, for theirs is the kingdom of Heaven.”