Creation Flashcards
(10 cards)
What is the role of humans according to Christian beliefs about creation?
To have dominion (responsibility) for the world and its creatures
This encompasses stewardship of God’s creation.
How many accounts of creation are there in Genesis?
Two accounts
These accounts present differing perspectives on the creation narrative.
Define creation by God in Christian theology.
Bringing into existence something out of nothing
This contrasts with making something out of what already exists.
What is the nature of humans in Christianity?
Being in the image of God and created by God
This concept emphasizes the unique relationship between humans and the divine.
What do literalist views of the Genesis creation story assert?
The main points of the story actually happened as described
They see a direct conflict between science and religion.
List three beliefs of literalists regarding creation.
- God’s spirit moved across the waters
- There were six days of 24 hours in which God created the world
- Adam was formed out of the dust of the earth
Literalists interpret the creation story as a factual account.
What do non-literalist views of the Genesis creation story emphasize?
The main point is that God created the world, not how he did it
They see no real conflict between scientific theories and religion.
True or False: Non-literalists believe that scientific explanations cannot be questioned.
False
Non-literalists accept scientific explanations as valid and trustworthy.
What is the Christian view of God as presented in the Gospel of John?
God is a trinity, and Jesus is referred to as ‘the Word’
This emphasizes the divine nature and pre-existence of Jesus.
What does the phrase ‘Through him all things were made’ signify in Christian belief?
All creation was made through Jesus
This highlights the integral role of Jesus in the act of creation.
