Jesus Flashcards
Acts of the Apostles
stories of the spread of the Christian faith (written by Luke)
What is a creed?
a summary of the main beliefs of a particular religion or group.
what are the creeds of the catholic church?
the Apostle’s Creed and the Nicene Creed – structured around the importance of the Trinity.
The Apostles’ Creed
a summary of the beliefs of Jesus’ chosen followers.
Nince creed
purpose was to preserve the Apostle’s Creed and Profession of Faith, and further reinforce the Trinity.
the gospels
written by the apostles Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. outlines the “good news” of Jesus Christ.
Synoptic Gospels
same stories by Matthew, Mark + Luke, each w a different perspective
types of miracles
- Healing
- Exorcism
- Restoration of life
- Nature Miracles
purpose of miracles
- God’s promise of unconditional love
- God’s commitment to the poor and outcasts of society
- God’s complete control over the power of sin and evil