Christian Beliefs Flashcards
(29 cards)
What do Christians believe about life after death?
Christians believe that by trusting in God, they will remain in His presence after death.
What is eternal life according to Christians?
Eternal life is a gift from God.
When does the afterlife begin?
The afterlife begins either upon death or on the Day of Judgement.
What is Heaven?
Heaven is a state of eternal happiness in the presence of God.
What is Hell?
Hell is the place of eternal suffering without God’s presence.
What is Purgatory?
Purgatory is the intermediate state where souls are cleansed to enter heaven.
What does Corinthians 15:22 say?
“The one who believes in me will live, even though they die.”
What is sin?
Sin is any action or thought that separates humans from God.
What is salvation?
Salvation is being saved from sin and granted eternal life with God.
What is original sin?
Original sin is the first sin of Adam and Eve disobeying God.
What is the Ascension?
The Ascension is the event that happened 40 days after the resurrection when Jesus returned to Heaven.
What does the resurrection signify?
The resurrection shows the power of good over evil and is fundamental to Christian faith.
What does Matthew 28:6 say?
“He has risen!”
What is a denomination?
A denomination is a distinct group within the Christian faith with its own organization and traditions.
Do Christians believe God is male?
Many Christians believe God is not male despite referring to Him as ‘His’ and ‘Father’.
What is monotheism?
Monotheism is the belief in only one God.
What does Luke 1:37 say?
“Nothing is impossible with God.”
What is the Trinity?
The Trinity is the belief in three persons in one God.
Who is the Holy Spirit?
The Holy Spirit is the third person of the Trinity who inspires the presence of God in the world.
What does ‘Son of God’ refer to?
The ‘Son of God’ is a title used for Jesus, the second person of the Trinity.
What do Christians believe about creation?
Christians believe God created the earth and all living things.
What is creation?
Creation is the act by which God brought the universe into being.
What does ‘the Word’ refer to?
‘The Word’ refers to God the Son.
What does John 13 say?
‘Through him all things were made.’
