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Quote for omnipotence (nature of god) and where it’s shown in the bible

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“For the lord our god, is the god of gods, the great god, the mighty and awesome”
Creation story and the salvation of humanity

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Quote for omnibenevolence and where its shown

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He protected and guided the Jews in the Old Testament and sent Jesus to save humanity from sin
“Gods love was revealed as he sent his only son into the world so that we might live through him”

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What does it mean by god is ‘just’ and a quote

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He is fair and rewarding the good and punishing the bad
“The lord works in vindication and justice for all who are oppressed”

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Quote for omniscient

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“The eyes of the lord are everywhere”

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What does god is immanent and a quote

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God is above and beyond
“The word became flesh and dwelt among us”

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What is the creed

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Contains what Christians believe about the three persons of the trinity

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What do Christians believe about the trinity (creed)

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God is one
God the father made the world and everything else
Jesus is god in the flesh, came to earth to save humanity
Holy Spirit influences the prophets

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Quote for belief in monotheism

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“Hear o Israel the lord our god the lord is one”

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Quote for god as the father

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“God created the heavens and the earth”

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Quote for god the son

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“You’re the messiah the son of the living god”

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Quote for god as the Holy Spirit

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“This is not a distant force, he is god present within us”

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Why is the trinity an important belief

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Helps Christian’s worship and understand an incomprehensible god and shows them the complex nature of god

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Quote for the trinity

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“In the name of the father, the son, and the Holy Spirit”

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What is the goodness of god

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God knows what is good
Gods commandments are good
Gods actions are good
All goodness comes from god

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What is natural evil

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Evil and suffering not caused by humans
Eg, natural disasters or hazards

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What is moral evil

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Evil and suffering that is caused by humans
Eg, war, murder, climate change

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What is the problem of evil

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‘ if god is omnipotent, omnibenevolent and just. Then why does he allow for evil and suffering to exist ‘

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What is the inconsistent traid?

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‘ you cannot logically believe in the traditional attributes of god when there is such evil and suffering present in the world ‘

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What was St Augustine’s response to the problem of evil

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God did make the world perfect ‘the world was good’
“The fall” of mankind created evil, Adam and Eve caused evil
Fallen angels who disobeyed god also created evil
Evil is the absence of god just as darkness is the absence of light

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What was St Iranaeus’ response to the problem of evil

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He was the bishop of the roman army
A person cannot achieve moral goodness if there is no evil/suffering in the world
The world was not made perfect, teaches us good from bad
“God created mankind in his own image”
‘Soul making world’ - character developement
Evil is an incentive to grow morally
It makes u appreciate the good in life

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What was the role of the father in the creation story

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Beings order to chaos “separated light from dark”
Creates from nothing (creation ex nihilo) “the earth was from less and empty”
Gave purpose “be fruitful and multiply”

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What is the role of the Holy Spirit in the creation story?

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Protects and guards creation “the spirit of god was hovering over the waters”
Provided a special connection between god and humans “let us make mankind in our own image”

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What was the role of god as the son in the creation story?

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Logos - the word of god
“In the beginning there was the word, and the word was god”
‘The word became flesh and dwelt among us”

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What do creationists believe about the creation story

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Literal interpretation of the bible, especially the genesis story
God created the universe, earth and all life in literal 6 days
They reject the evolutionary theory, emphasises that humans were created by god
Young earth dating creation back to 6,000 - 10,000 years ago
“In the beginning, god created the heavens and the earth”

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What do Catholics believe about the creation story?
Sees genesis story as conbvbeying theological truths rather than scientific details God is the ultimate creator but accepts scientific explanations like the Big Bang and evolution apart of god plan. Takes the creation story more symbolically rather than literally God was behind the Big Bang “belief in the Big Bang and god are harmonious” - pope Francis “The bible is not a book of science but a love letter from god”
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What is the role of god the son in general
Logos Incarnation - god showed himself as human for 30 years “She was found to be pregnant through the Holy Spirit” Resurrection - “if Christ had not been raised our preaching would be useless” there would be no Christian faith if not for resurrection (evidence fort the divine nature of Jesus) He’s fully god and fully human and had great authority Crucifixion - “father in your hands i commit my spirit” , it was painful as he was human, suffering is apart of life
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What was the sermon on the mount
Jesus spoke from the mount olives mountain side in front of a large group Stated the beatitudes, the law (10 commandments), true discipleship and righteousness, and building a solid foundation
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Definition of dominion
Ruling over something with power
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What are the beatitudes
They were blessings given by god to: 1-3: the kind and needy 4-7: those who make peace (servicing god) 8-9: those who show mercy to others i
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Definition of stewards
Ruling over something with responsibility
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2 quotes related to dominion (god gave humans dominion over the world)
“Gives the world to humans” “power over the fish and the animals”
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What was the fall of mankind
Adam and Eve committing the first sin They disobeyed god and were punished by breaking the connection between god and the people In modern day you are baptised to remove this sin
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What is the role of humans on earth
“Be fruitful and multiply”
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What is Jesus as the messiah
Anointed one - kings are anointed when crowned Through the crucifixion and the resurrection he brought salvation to mankind “We have found the messiah”
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What is meant by Jesus as the son of god
Second person of the trinity Fully divine and fully human “The word became flesh and dwelt among us” “God so loved the world that he gave his only son”
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What is meant by Jesus as the lord
Term of respect for a male ruler with power and authority over others Also because of the trinity, technically he is the lord
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What is meant by Jesus as the saviour
Saved humanity from eternal damnation Crucifixion Atoning for sins and also teaching us how to live less sinful lives
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Definition of agape
• Agape: Unconditional, selfless love shown by God and expected of Christians. • The Greek word used in the New Testament to describe the highest form of love.
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What is the importance of agape
It’s the greatest and most important commandment
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Two quotes for agape love
“Love the lord your god with all your heart and your mind” (this was the first ever commandment, greatest) “Love your neighbour as yourself”
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How is agape love shown in modern society
• Charity work (e.g. CAFOD, Christian Aid) – helping strangers, showing agape love in action. • Forgiveness – even when someone has deeply hurt you (e.g. Jesus on the cross: “Father forgive them…”). • Welcoming refugees, helping the poor, fighting injustice – all seen as acts of agape. • Church communities – support each other and the wider world as an expression of agape.
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What was the ultimate act of agape
Jesus dying on the cross
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Definition of salvation
Being saved from sin and its consequences
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Definition of atonement
Action being done to be saved from sin (crucifixion)
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2 quotes from the crucifixion
“My god my god why have you forsaken me” “Father forgive them for they do not know what they do”
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Why is Jesus sometimes referred to as the “lamb of god”
Like a lamb, he was sacrificed, he died to make up for the sins of humanity
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Quote from the resurrection
“Why do you look for the living amongst the dead” Rose 3 days later on Easter Sunday
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When did Jesus ascend into heaven
40 days after the resurrection “Taken up to haven and sat at the right hand of god”
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How do you achieve salvation
Through learning law and scripture Grace and believing in god Through the Holy Spirit Through acts of kindness eg giving to charity
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Definition of eschatology
Study of life after death
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Definition of Parousia
Belief that Jesus will come back to earth (second coming)
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Quote for parousia
“Some standing here will not taste death before they see the son of men coming in his Kingdom”
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What are the Christian beliefs about hell (physical and spiritual)
Place of suffering and pain where souls will be separated from the presence of god Physical - idea that hell is a fiery bit where people get tortured Spiritual - eternal punishment for the soul as it will constantly yearn for gods presence
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What are the quotes for hell as a spiritual and physical place
Physical - “throw them into the blazing furnace where there willl be gnashing teeth” Spiritual - ‘depart from me, you who are cursed, into eternal fire”
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What are Christian beliefs about heaven (physical and spiritual)
Physical - we will have a body and have everything we could possibly want Spiritual - when someone dies they enter a state of closeness with god
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Quotes for both physical and spiritual depiction of heaven
Physical - “a wel;l watered garden they will have everything they need” Spiritual - “the lord watches over those who love him”
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What is purgatory
Catholics teach that there is a place where sins are punished and a soul is purified before it can go to heaven (It’s a temporary destination of purification so as to achieve holiness) Most people aren’t so evil and therefore given another chance
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1 quote for purgatory
“But after death they will undergo purification”
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What is the final judgement
Many Christian’s believe that all souls will be judged by god at the end of time
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What is personal judgement
Souls are judged individually as soon as they die
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What is a quote for personal judgement
“Do not judge or you willl be judged”
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A quote for final judgement
Jesus will return and judge the living and the dead

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