Christian Beliefs Flashcards
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What is the basis of Christianity (m)?
Monotheism - the belief in only one God.
Where is the Trinity explained?
In the Nicene Creed, which says that God is experienced as Father, Son and Spirit.
How does the Trinity help Christians understand God’s presence?
Father: His power and creativity and care for the world and everyone in it.
Son: The Love of God and His Sacrifice, leading to salvation.
Holy Spirit: the presence of God and how He communicates with Christians.
What are the 4 ways Christians express belief in the Trinity?
NCPB
N - the Nicene Creed being spoken during Holy Communion.
C - crossing oneself when entering church or when the Trinity is mentioned.
P - priests, pastors and ministers beginning sermons ‘in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit’ and blessing the congregation after the service.
B - baptism and marriages being performed in the name of the Trinity.
Which Christian groups do not believe in the Trinity?
Mormons and Jehovah’s Witnesses.
What happened at the Last Supper?
He had a meal with the disciples. He prophesied one of them would betray him. He shared bread and wine at the end, establishing Eucharist. He called the greatest the ones that serve. He said Peter would deny knowing him 3 times before ‘the cock crowed’.
What happened at the betrayal and arrest?
Jesus left the disciples, asking God to ‘take this cup from me, yet not my will but yours be done’. He returned to them, and they were asleep. When they awoke, Judas had arrived with the chief priests to arrest him. He was identified with a kiss. The disciples tried to fight back, but He wouldn’t let them.
What happened at Jesus’ trial?
Peter followed Jesus to the Chief Priest’s house, but denied knowing him 3 times and cried. Jesus was accused of blasphemy by the Sanhedrin for claiming to be Christ. Pontius Pilate trailed him but could find nothing wrong. He let the people choose to release Him or Barabbas, a Jewish freedom fighter. The people released Barabbas.
What happened at Jesus’ crucifixion?
On Good Friday, Simon of Cyrene carried His cross. 2 robbers were crucified beside him and onlookers mocked him by making a sign saying ‘Here is Christ, King of the Jews’. Jesus forgave His killers and said ‘Father, into your hands I commit my Spirit’. He died.
What happened at Jesus’ resurrection?
Sanhedrin member Joseph of Arimathea buried Christ in the tomb. On Easter Sunday, women came to anoint his body, but he wasn’t there. Jesus appeared to two disciples in Emmaus. In other Gospels he appears to Mary and next to the Sea of Galilee.
What happened at the ascension of Christ?
After 40 days, he told the disciples to wait for the Holy Spirit in Jerusalem. He was taken up into the clouds.
What is different about Luke and John’s descriptions of the last days of Jesus?
John doesn’t mention bread and wine, but says Jesus washed the disciples feet.
Joseph of Arimathea anointed Him before he put Him in the tomb.
What are the differences between Luke and Matthew’s records of Jesus’ last days?
Matthew says guards were placed outside His tomb, but they ran away when an earthquake moved the stone from the front of the tomb.
What is the importance of the Last Supper?
It is the basis of Eucharist, the most important form of worship.
What is the importance of the crucifixion?
It bought forgiveness from sin.
What is the importance of the resurrection?
Assurance of life after death.
What is the importance of the ascension?
It assures Christians that Jesus is no longer limited by a human form but is with us everywhere we go.
What do Christians believe about salvation through Christ?
They believe that Jesus payed the price for our sins on the cross, allowing the atonement of sins and the reconciliation of God and man.
What do Catholics, Orthodox and some Anglicans believe about how they receive salvation?
They believe it is achieved through observing sacraments, most importantly baptism, confession and the Eucharist. It is also achieved by living a Christian life.
How do Evangelical Protestants believe they accept salvation?
Through a personal acceptance of Jesus as Lord and Saviour.
Why is salvation important to Christians?
RSJ
R - a need for a real relationship with God.
S - salvation from sins so that people can go to heaven.
J - Jesus coming to earth for a purpose.
How does the Catholic Church understand atonement?
They teach that His death was an act of self sacrifice known as Christ’s Passion. This made satisfaction for sins and salvation possible through following the sacraments.
How do Evangelical Protestants understand atonement?
As justice for our sins placed on himself (God), making him a substitute for us (penal substitution theory). Salvation comes through faith in this and Jesus’ death.
How do Liberal Protestants understand atonement?
As his moral example and love, inspiring Christians to lead good lives reconciled with God.
