The incarnation, crucifixion, resurrection and ascension Flashcards
Meaning of the incarnation
The incarnation refers to how Jesus is God man made - the incarnate form
Meaning of the crucifixion
The crucifixion refers to how Jesus was crucified, which means he was nailed to a wooden cross and left to hang there until death
Meaning of the resurrection
The resurrection refers to when Jesus rose from the dead - came back
Meaning of the ascension
The ascension refers to Jesus’ end of life and work on Earth, and how he ascended to heaven
What is the importance of the incarnation to Christians?
It’s importance is that Jesus’ life on Earth provided the perfect example of how God wants every person to live
What is the importance of the crucifixion to Christians?
It’s importance is that Jesus suffered the full pain of a human death, so Christians believe Jesus can understand human suffering because of his death
What is the importance of the resurrection to Christians?
Christians believed that Jesus’ resurrection proved he was truly God and man, but also that God had approved of the sacrifice and it as sufficient to pay the debt of human sin
What is the importance of the ascension to Christians?
Christians believe the rising of Jesus represents the success of good over evil, and that he lives alongside God and reigns with him
Q - Does not Scripture say that the Messiah will come from …
David’s descendants and from Bethlehem, the town where David lived? (John 7:42)
Q - he was taken up to heaven as they watched him …
and a cloud hid him from their sight (Acts 1:9)
What do conservative Christians think about Jesus’ events?
Conservative Christians take the view that the events actually took place as described
What may others see Jesus’ events as?
Some may see the ascension as metaphorical
Why may the emphasis be placed on the Crucifix?
The use of a crucifix allows Christians to focus on the meaning of the death of Jesus and his sacrifice and suffering
The Apostles’ Creed
The Apostles Creed was created as a way of summing up Christian doctrine (beliefs) and challenging any heresies (contrary beliefs)
