Redemption Flashcards
(15 cards)
2 ways church architecture reflects worship
Some churches built in shape of cross - reminder of Jesus sacrifice
Stations of the cross - helps catholics pray and reflect on redemption
2 ways church architecture has changed since 1965
Before - built in cruciform shape
After - built in circular shape to bring people closer
Before - altar far away from people,
After - now altar is closer to people
2 beliefs about need for restoration
Humanity’s disobedience disrupted harmony between God and creation
Sin created a divide between humans and God
Significance Jesus’ death
Show’s God’s love
Jesus’ death restores atonement (broken relationship)
Significance Jesus’ resurrection
Proves Jesus is God
Guarantees life after death
Significance of Jesus’ ascension
Jesus is with father
Prepares a place for us
Leads to Pentecost
Salvation
Belief humans can be saved from sin and consequences
How is salvation achieved
Faith in christ
Atonement Jesus’ death
2 contrasting beliefs about salvation
Salvation is ongoing process
Salvation will be completed at the end of time
Redemption in bible meaning
Humans saved from sin by Jesus’ Christ sacrifice
St Iraneus view on salvation
On the restoration of God’s image
St Anselm view on salvation
“On the necessity of Jesus’ sacrifice” - Jesus was necessary to restore salvation
2 beliefs about conscience
Gift from God
Holy spirit helps guide conscience
Importance of Eucharist
Bread and wine actually become body and blood
Eucharist is re-presentation of the sacrifice of Jesus on the cross
Adoration
Form of prayer where Christians show deep reverence and respect for God
