1.1.12 The concept of salvation Flashcards
What is atonement?
Something which is done to pay for doing something wrong
How did Jesus provide an alternative to the atonement sacrifice described in the Old Testament?
When Jesus was crucified that was his sacrifice for all human sin.
What is Grace?
Unconditional love that God shows to people who do not deserve it.
State why Christians believe repentance is important?
They believe it is important as they cannot be saved by God and be forgiven for their sins and wiped of them in the afterlife if they do not repent.
Describe two different Christian beliefs about salvation?
Some believe themselves to be saved by being baptised and belonging to the Church.
Others believe that being saved is the result of a specific experience known as conversion. This is when the person leaves their former life and starts to live a new life following Jesus.
