1.1.11 Incarnation, Resurrection, Ascension

Question 1

Describe the incarnation and what it shows?

Answer 1

Jesus was God incarnate
Wasn’t affected by original sin
Miracles
Role Model

Question 2

What would liberal Christians say about the incarnation?

Answer 2

They dont believe in miracles
If God does this for one why doesnt he do it for all
Dont believe in the virgin birth

Question 3

Describe the crucifixion and what it shows?

Answer 3

Suffered the full pain of a human death
Restored relationship

Question 4

Describe the resurrection and what it shows?

Answer 4

Shows God power over death
evidences that Jesus was God incarnate
Acceptance of Jesus’ sacrifice

Question 5

Describe the ascension and what it shows?

Answer 5

Jesus returning to heaven
“Preparing a place for his believers”
Power over life and death

Question 6

What would liberal Christians say about the ascension?

Answer 6

May be symbolic
Myth rather than miracle