Christianity

Question 1

Revelation and incarnation

Answer 1

• Jesus incarnation of God - fully human and fully divine
• gives hope in salvation

Question 2

Sin and repentance

Answer 2

original sin part of human condition

• humans inevitably fall short of perfect goodness
• God merciful to those who repent and ask for forgiveness
• Baptism signifies cleansing from sin

Question 3

Resurrection

Answer 3

after crucifixion, Jesus rose from the dead

Question 4

Salvation

Answer 4

while efforts of loving one another to overcome original sin is central to Christianity, ultimately salvation still possible for sinners through God’s grace

Question 5

Sanctity of Life

Answer 5

all human life sacred as humans created in image of God

Question 5

Human Dignity

Answer 5

all people hold a special value that is tied solely to their humanity

• each is a living temple of the holy spirit

Question 6

Old Testament and New Testament

Answer 6

Old Testament to be interpreted through New Testament

Question 7

The Golden Rule

Answer 7

Treating others as one would want to be treated

Question 8

Human rights

Answer 8

1. Love God grants humanity, humanity should offer to one another
2. Christians encouraged to show mercy and create peace
3. Christians obliged to act in interest of others’ welfare because:
   - belief in sanctity of human life
   - discipleship - following in Jesus’ loving example of most vulnerable

Question 9

World view

Answer 9

LINEAR

1. one life
2. after death, soul faces divine judgement and may spend eternity with God in heaven or separated from God in hell
3. one God may be encountered in three forms; Father, Son, and the Holy Spirit
4. purpose - build kingdom of God through love of God and each other

Question 10

John 3:16-17

Answer 10

“God is love”