Christianity key terms Flashcards
Component 2
Omnibenevolent
The state of being all-loving and infinitely good.
A characteristic often attributed to God.
Omnipotent
The all-powerful, almighty and unlimited nature of God.
Trinity
The three persons of God; God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit.
Incarnation
God becoming human in the form of Jesus.
Atonement
The belief that Jesus’ death on the cross healed the rift between humans and God.
Resurrection
The belief that Jesus rose from the dead on Easter Sunday, conquering death.
Sacraments
An outward sign of an invisible and inward blessing by God.
For example; Baptism, Eucharist.
Evangelism
Preaching of the gospel to others with the intention of converting others to the Christian faith.
Salvation
A deliverance from sin and punishment as a result of Jesus being crucified on the cross.
Judgement
The belief that God will judge if humans are worthy to enter the Kingdom of Heaven at the end of time.