1.1.1 - The Nature Of God - Christianity Beliefs, Teachings And Practices Flashcards
What type of religion is Christianity?
Christianity is a monotheistic religion because it teaches that there is only one eternal God.
How does God show his benevolence and at times judgement?
By being immanent (omnipresent) throughout humanity.
How to Christians understand God?
Christians understand God to be personal. In the Bible God is shown to be in a relationship with people through prayer, visions and the presence of the Holy Spirit.
What does it mean by God being omniscient?
That he knows everything (all-knowing).
What does is mean by God being transcendent?
That he exists outside of space and time and is above all created things.
What does it mean by God being omnipotent?
That he can do anything logically possible within his nature (all-powerful).
What do Christians believe that God’s perfect nature and omniscience ensure?
That he is a fair and righteous judge of humans.
How has God provided a perfect example of living?
When he came into the world as Jesus.
What characteristic of God was strongly favoured by the Church in the 14th and 15th centuries?
God as a judge.
What characteristics of God are emphasised in recent times in some Protestant denominations?
God being forgiving and loving
