Worship in Christianity Flashcards
What common belief does Christianity share with Judaism and Islam regarding Adam and Eve?
Like Jews and Muslims, Christians believe in Adam and Eve, either as actual persons or as metaphors for the sinful nature of humanity.
How do Christians view the concept of original sin, and what is believed to have tainted all humanity?
Christians believe that original sin, originating from Adam and Eve, tainted all humanity, and Christ was sent to Earth to bring new life and turn humanity away from sin.
What are the fundamental rituals in Christianity that restore sinful humanity to God?
The Baptism and Eucharist
What is the overarching idea behind Christian worship?
The idea behind Christian worship is to re-integrate humanity, one person at a time, into a good relationship with God.
What are the three main types of Christianity concerning worship?
The three main types are Church Christianity, Biblical Christianity, and Mystical Christianity
How is worship in Church Christianity characterized?
It involves closely controlled rituals and is associated with organizations like the Catholic Church, Russian Orthodox Church, and Anglican Church
What distinguishes Biblical Christianity in terms of worship?
Biblical Christianity features minimal ritual worship, with a primary focus on the Bible. Church institutions like the Methodist Church, United Church (in Canada), and the Presbyterian Church.
Describe the worship style of Mystical Christianity
Mystical Christianity involves minimal ritual, and mystical groups are connected to Church Christianity through monasteries, convents, or hermits supported by Church Christianity.
Name two separate churches that have emerged from Biblical Christianity and emphasize mysticism in their worship
Quakers and Pentecostal
What are the fundamental theological beliefs that give rise to Christian worship?
Sin and Salvation
How is salvation connected to sin in Christian worship?
Salvation is primary in Christian worship because one cannot be saved from a sin that doesn’t exist
In Church Christianity, what is the central form of worship, and how is it ritualized?
The central form of worship is the Eucharist, ritualized around sin and salvation. Baptisms are usually done and rituals like the Mass
How do Biblical Christians approach Baptism and the Lord’s Supper in worship?
Baptism holds a similar position as in Church Christianity
The Lord’s Supper or Eucharist is a less ornate version compared to Church Christianity.
What is one thing Church, Biblical, and Mystical Christianity have in common regarding baptism in worship?
In all three groups, baptism as the cleansing of sin is a common denominator.
What religious seasons are shared by Church and Biblical Christianity?
Christmas and easter
