Christianity and Bullying

Question 1

What are four points?

Answer 1

Christianity is against all forms of bullying because humans are made in the image of God
Jesus’ teachings
Jesus is a role model - his interaction with those “cast out” of society
All Christians believe that after death they will be judged by God

Question 2

Christianity is against all forms of bullying because humans are made in the image of God

Answer 2

“So God created mankind in his own image, in the image of God he created them; male and female he created them.” (Genesis 1:27)
Bullying is an assault against God
We would not bully God and we should not harm or hurt his creation

Question 3

Jesus’ teachings

Answer 3

Golden Rule: “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.” (Matthew 7:12)
You wouldn’t want to be bullied so you should not bully others

Question 4

Jesus is a role model - his interaction with those “cast out” of society

Answer 4

Jesus interacted with prostitute and lepers, for example

Jesus did not bully and Christians should follow his example

Question 5

All Christians believe that after death they will be judged by God

Answer 5

e.g. the Parable of the Sheep and the Goats
Everyone should be treated with respect and dignity
Those who have bullied will go to hell
Christians want to go to heaven as a place of eternal happiness