christianity practices Flashcards
what is worship?
Worship is any act that shows devotion or love for God, ranging from praying at home to attending a church service
why choose worship?
it allows christians to praise and thank God for his blessings. to ask for forgiveness of sin or to seek Gods help for themselves or others who are suffering
what are the four main types of worship that Christians can engage in?
- liturgical worship
- non-liturgical worship
- informal worship
- private worship
what is liturgical worship?
a church service that follows a set pattern of prayers and readings, usually found in a printed book
why do christians participate in liturgical worship?
they may feel connected to other worshippers as they are following the same traditions (they often participate together, repeating key info and singing hymns)
what is non-liturgical worship?
they are more informal and have less structure, and the elements can be tailored to different types of services.
For example, the sermon could be on a topical theme, and prayers could be in the service leader’s own words rather than those written in a book
`what is informal worship?
it focuses on the adoration of God and is not always carried out in a church. Often, large auditoriums are used.
Frequently the music used during informal worship is popular and modern in style, and instruments are commonly used
what is charismatic worship?
a kind of informal worship, recognisable christian features (like prayers and readings) they are very free-flowing services
what is private worship?
informal and often takes place at home, but it can be liturgical or non-liturgical.
examples of private worship?
saying grace before a meal or reading a passage from the Bible each day
`why do some christians choose to worship alone?
it can allow a person to feel close to God. Private worship can be an opportunity for Christians to explore a personal, individual connection with God.
what is prayer?
how Christians communicate with God, through both talking and listening and being open to the guidance of the Holy Spirit. It is a two-way method of communication that gives Christians comfort as they feel that God is listening and may send messages back.
why is prayer important, according to Jesus?
he felt it deepened a person’s relationship with God. Similarly, many Christians believe that prayer can bring them closer to God
5 forms of prayer?
ACTS and I
- adoration - praising God
- confession - saying sorry
- thanksgiving - thanking God
- supplication - asking for something
- intercession - praying for someone who may be ill
what is the reason for the Lords Prayer?
These are the words Jesus used when he taught his disciples to pray. This prayer contains all four themes of ACTS and I - is used in many different types of worship across numerous denominations.
what is the Lords Prayer?
Our Father, which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy Name. Thy Kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, As it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, As we forgive them that trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, But deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, The power, and the glory, For ever and ever. Amen.
what is baptism?
A sacrament is a ceremony through which Christians believe they receive God’s grace or are brought closer to God. Therefore, a sacrament is something that people can engage in with their senses but that has a deeper meaning too.
why is baptism important?
jesus was baptised, and after his resurrection he told his disciples that they should be baptised too.
quote for baptism?
No one can enter the kingdom of God unless they are born of water and the Spirit.
what is infant baptism?
Some Christians believe baptism makes a Christian a member of God’s family. In many denominations babies are baptised, and this is known as infant baptism.
what is infant baptism to orthodox christians?
infant baptism involves total immersion. However, other denominations make the sign of the cross on the baby’s head using oil and use holy water on the forehead.
