God/bible/Life of jesus/church Flashcards
(16 cards)
what is the trinity
the belief that God exists as one God in three distinct persons: God the Father, God the Son (Jesus), and God the Holy Spirit
why is the trinity important to the christians
it explains the nature of God and how God relates to humanity, providing a framework for understanding creation, salvation, and the Christian life.
Name some of the characteristics of God
In Christian tradition, God is often described as all-powerful (omnipotent), all-knowing (omniscient), all-loving (omnibenevolent), and present everywhere (omnipresent).
why do Christians trust the Bible today
Christians trust the Bible because Jesus trusted it and identified it as God’s word. But this isn’t blind trust. It is based on good evidence that the text we read today faithfully reflects what was originally written and that the original texts are accurate and trustworthy.
What is in the Bible?
The Bible is a collection of books that Christians consider to be God’s word, containing stories, teachings, and laws, divided into the Old and New Testament
why do christians read the bible
because they consider it God’s word, a source of guidance, and a tool for spiritual growth, learning about God’s character, and understanding their faith and how to live a life pleasing to God
where was Jesus borned
in Bethlehem
How long did jesus live for
33 years
why was Jesus death important
Jesus’ death is central to the concept of salvation, as it’s seen as a sacrifice that atones for humanity’s sins, restoring a relationship with God and offering the promise of eternal life
what does crucifixion mean
the act of killing someone by fixing that person to a cross and leaving him or her to die, or the death of Jesus on a cross.
what does resurrection mean
The rising from the dead of believers on the Last Day in a new, or risen, life.
why do christian believe jesus rose from the dead
In the bible it proves that you could see the holes through Jesus hands
And over 500 people aggreed to this
This is why they believe because the high variety of evidance provieded in the bible
what is a christian
someone who follows or adheres to Christianity, a monotheistic Abrahamic religion based on the life and teachings of Jesus Christ, believing him to be the Son of God
how does someone become a chrisitian
acknowledges their need for salvation, believes in Jesus Christ as the Son of God, repents of their sins, and accepts God’s grace through faith, often followed by baptism and seeking community.
Who are the Church?
The Church is a family of people who
meet together to worship God.
