RS Quotes: Christianity Flashcards
“Nothing is impossible with God.” (Luke 1:37)
Explanation? Application?
- Explanation: Shows that God is omnipotent — all-powerful.
- Application: Christians believe God can perform miracles and control all creation. This supports trust in God’s power and divine plan.
“God is love.” (1 John 4:8)
Explanation? Application?
- Explanation: Emphasises God’s benevolent (all-loving) nature.
- Application: Christians believe God’s actions — like sending Jesus — come from love. This affects their view on forgiveness, charity, and relationships.
“In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth.” (Genesis 1:1)
Explanation? Application?
- Explanation: Describes God as the creator of everything.
- Application: Influences Christian beliefs about stewardship — caring for the planet — and God’s ultimate authority over life.
“Let us make mankind in our image.” (Genesis 1:26)
Explanation? Application?
- Explanation: Suggests humans reflect God’s nature and have value. The use of “us” hints at the Trinity.
- Application: Supports Christian teachings on sanctity of life, equality, and the belief that all humans have a soul.
“This is my Son, whom I love.” (Matthew 3:17)
Explanation? Application?
- Explanation: Shows the Trinitarian nature of God — Father (speaker), Son (Jesus), and Holy Spirit (present at baptism).
- Application: Central to Christian faith — God is three persons in one. Helps explain Jesus’ divine nature and relationship with God.
“The Word was God… and the Word became flesh.” (John 1:1,14)
Explanation? Application?
- Explanation: Refers to Jesus as God in human form — supporting the idea of incarnation.
- Application: Christians believe Jesus is both fully God and fully human. This belief is central to salvation and understanding Jesus’ teachings.
“He will come to judge the living and the dead.” (Apostles’ Creed)
Explanation? Application?
- Explanation: God is just and will hold people accountable.
- Application: Shapes Christian views on life after death, morality, and the purpose of life.
“For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son.” (John 3:16)
Explanation? Application?
- Explanation: God’s love shown through Jesus’ sacrifice.
- Application: Central to salvation — belief in Jesus leads to eternal life.
“My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?” (Matthew 27:46)
Explanation? Application?
- Explanation: Jesus’ suffering shows his humanity and links to problem of evil.
- Application: Christians may see suffering as part of faith or God’s greater plan.
“Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy.” Matthew 5:7 (Sermon on the Mount)
Explanation? Application?
- Explanation: This teaching from Jesus shows that mercy is a core Christian value. It also reflects the belief that God is merciful and that humans should act the same way.
- Application: Supports Christian ideas of forgiveness, rehabilitation over retribution in justice, and the belief that God’s judgement is fair but also compassionate.
“Worship the Lord your God.” (Luke 4:8)
Explanation? Application?
- Explanation: Worship is a central act of devotion to God.
- Application: Justifies both public (church) and private worship. Used in discussions about forms of worship and why it’s important.
“This is my body… this is my blood.” (Mark 14:22–24)
Explanation? Application?
- Explanation: Jesus’ words at the Last Supper — the basis for Eucharist/Holy Communion.
- Application: Christians remember Jesus’ sacrifice and feel spiritually united with him. Important in liturgical traditions (like Catholic and Orthodox churches).
“Go and make disciples of all nations, baptising them…” (Matthew 28:19)
Explanation? Application?
- Explanation: Known as the Great Commission — Jesus instructs followers to spread the faith and baptise.
- Application: Supports Christian mission, evangelism, and baptism as a sacrament of entry into the faith.
“When you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your Father.” (Matthew 6:6)
Explanation? Application?
- Explanation: Jesus teaches the importance of personal prayer, not just public displays.
- Application: Used to support private worship as an individual connection with God.
“Forgive us our sins, as we forgive those who sin against us.” (Matthew 6:12 – Lord’s Prayer)
Explanation? Application?
- Explanation: Shows the importance of forgiveness — a key part of Christian life and prayer.
- Application: Practiced in both private devotion and liturgical worship. Links to wider themes like justice and mercy.
“Faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action, is dead.” (James 2:17)
Explanation? Application?
- Explanation: Emphasises practical faith — not just belief, but acting on it.
- Application: Justifies Christian charity, social justice, and helping others as a vital part of faith.
“Christ is risen!” (Luke 24:6)
Explanation? Application?
- Explanation: Refers to the resurrection, the heart of the Easter celebration.
- Application: Strengthens Christian belief in eternal life, salvation, and God’s power. Central to Easter worship.
“The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us.” (John 1:14)
Explanation? Application?
- Explanation: Describes the incarnation — Jesus as God in human form.
- Application: Key to Christmas, and why Christians celebrate Jesus’ birth.
