Christianity Flashcards
Omnipotent
all powerful
Omniscient
all knowing
Omnipresent
widespread
Benevolent
Showing good will
Just
Fair
Holy trinity
The belief that there are 3 people in one god, the father, son and holy spirit
Father
The first person in the trinity is god the father. He is believed to be the creator.
Son
The son of god became incarnate on earth and in history through Jesus.
Holy Spirit
Once Jesus left earth, God sent the holy spirit to influence, guide and sustain the earth and all life on it.
Incarnation
the beginning of atonement and salvation
Resurrection
Jesus coming back from the dead
Ascension
When Jesus ascended to heaven
Atonement
Jesus relieving everyone of their sins when he died on the cross
Heaven
Eternal Peace
Hell
Eternal suffering
Problem of evil
Many people question why a loving god would allow evil to exist
How is salvation gained
Can be achieved by doing good, helping others and having the right relationship with god.