Christianity Flashcards

Question

'Salvation is God's greatest gift to humans' 12 marks

Answer 1

**Against:** 1. *"Some argue salvation contradicts God’s omnibenevolence, as it requires Jesus’ death "For i desire mercy, not sacrifice" . If God is all-loving, He could forgive freely without sacrifice."* 2. *"Salvation excludes non-Christians, suggesting God’s love is conditional—this undermines its status as ‘greatest’ for all humanity."* **For:** 1. *"Salvation offers eternal life "For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life" (John 3:16), the ultimate gift, as it resolves humanity’s separation from God caused by sin."* 2. *"Jesus’ voluntary sacrifice demonstrates God’s love "But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us" (Romans 5:8), making salvation a profound act of grace, not just justice."* **Conclusion:** *"Though salvation’s exclusivity and sacrificial nature are debated, its promise of reconciliation with God secures its place as Christianity’s supreme gift."*

Answer 2

Some Christians agree because the Trinity reveals different aspects of God. For example, God the Father shows that God is the creator—Genesis says, “In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth.” This helps Christians understand God’s power and authority. God the Son reflects God’s love and willingness to become human. In John 3:16 it says, “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son…” This shows Christians that God cares deeply for humanity and is willing to suffer for them. God the Holy Spirit helps Christians feel God’s presence today, guiding and comforting them. This shows God is still active in the world, not distant or detached. "The Holy spirit, whom the father will send in my name, will teach you all things" However, others may argue that the Trinity makes understanding God harder. The idea of “three in one” is confusing and has no direct comparison in the world, making it difficult to relate to. Some may also say it complicates the idea of God’s unity. Another counterpoint is that if God is truly omnipotent, He shouldn’t need to appear in three forms. This may lead some to question the necessity of the Trinity in understanding God. In conclusion, the Trinity can help Christians understand God’s love, power, and presence. However, it is not the only way, and some may find it confusing or prefer simpler ways to understand God’s nature.

Answer 3

Father - Omnipotent - God is all powerful and there is nothing that God cannot do or achieve "In the beginning God created the heavens and the Earth" God created the world Son - Benevolent - This means that God loves humans and wants the best for them - "God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son" Christians believe God's greatest act of love was sending God's son to earth and letting him suffer on behalf of humans Holy Spirit - Guides us and omniscient- God is always working within and sustaining the world- "The Holy Spirit... will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have said to you" God is just as Christianity teaches that God will judge humans after death ina fair and unbiased way "for he is a God of justice"

Answer 4

Jesus was resurrected after death "He is not here, he has risen" People worshipped and prayed to Jesus "And when they had come into the house, they saw the young Child with Mary his mother, and fell down and worshipped Him" He was hungry "And after he had fasted for 40 days and 40 nights, he was hungry" He died "Christ died for our sins"

Answer 5

On the seventh day God rested God created everything in heaven and earth in six days

Answer 6

The bible teaches Christians that God created humans in his image which means they have certain characteristics that they share with God, such as being loving. For Christians, this shows how important all humans are to God and explains their special relationship with him. It is also a reminder to them that humans should try to behave like God, showing love and being forgiving "So God created mankind in his own image"

Answer 7

Some Christians believe in the Second Coming, which is when Jesus will return to earth as a physical body and everyone who has died will be resurrected. Many Christians believe that Christ will physically and visibly return to earth, but some Christians believe that there may be an event which symbolises Jesus' return, for instance a bolt of light.

Answer 8

Some Christians believe that souls are judged as soon as the body dies. Souls are then sent straight to Heaven or Hell, rather than waiting for a Day of Judgement. These Christians believe it is still possible that they will be judged again at the Last Judgement. Others believe that all souls must wait until the Day of Judgement and will all be judged together.

Answer 9

Dominion - the idea that God put human beings in charge of the world to bring it under their control and be responsible for its maintenance Stewardship - taking responsibility for looking after and caring for something on behalf of another person Christians believe that God apponted human beings to be in charge of what he created and to be responsible and care for the world. "And let them have dominion...over all the Earth" Many Christians understand this as evidence that humans have dominion over God's creation. This could suggest that humans have the power to use the world and its resources as they like, but shouldn't exploit it This teaching suggests that humanity's purpose is to look after what God has created (stewardship) The Lord God took the man and put him in the Garden of Eden to work it and take care of it. (Genesis 2:15)

Answer 10

God the Father created the heavens and the earth it is the creator "In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth" demonstrated his power and authority God the son was the word through whom creation happened "Through him (the word) all things were made" Jesus was actively involved in creation linking God's love to his creative work The Holy spirit gave life to creation "The spirit of God was hovering over the waters" Sustains and renews life showing God's ongoing presence in creation

Answer 11

Christians believe sin is any action that breaks God's laws (Romans 3:23: *"All have sinned and fall short of God's glory"*). This includes both original sin from Adam and Eve and personal sins people commit daily. **Point 2:** They teach that sin separates humans from God (Isaiah 59:2), but forgiveness comes through repentance and faith in Jesus (1 John 1:9: *"If we confess our sins, he will forgive us"*). Christians believe sin is any thought or action that breaks God's laws including poth personal sin which is Daily wrongdoings and original sin which was inherited from Adam and Eve disobeying God Christians believe sins can be forgiven through Jesus's sacrifice. The Bible teaches 'Christ died for our sins' which shows how salvation is possible for those who repent and have faith in Jesus

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