Basic Principles of Christianity

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Basic Principles of Christianity

Introduction: Christianity is a major world religion, The largest world religion today (around 2 billion followers) It is based on belief that Jesus of Nazareth is the “Christ” ( “Messiah”) & the “Son of God.” What Is Christianity?

Christianity of Different Sorts Number of Christians World-wide: ~ 2 billion in 2000; ~ 33% of world population Types of Christians: 1 bill. Catholics; 500 mill. Protestant/Anglican; 250 mill. Orthodox; 250 mill. Other % of Populations: 48% Africa; 85% N. America; 93% S. America; 9% Asia; 76% Europe; 85% Oceania What Is Christianity?

The History of Christianity Historical Background: Abraham, Hebrews, Israelites, Jews, Historical Foundation: Jesus of Nazareth (crucified ca. AD 30) & his first disciples/apostles Historical Development: Tradition preserved/adapted over the years What Is Christianity?

Religious Text The Bible is the major text and is both a religious and historic book The Bible is written in two parts: the Old Testament & New Testament Old Testament is before the birth of Jesus, includes Noah, Abraham, Moses, etc. The old testament is known as the Torah or the Tanakh and is what Jews follow. New Testament is after the birth of Jesus and it explains his life, the core Christian beliefs and the explanation of afterlife. What Is Christianity?

Core Christian Beliefs One God in Three Persons (Trinity): Father / Almighty / Creator Son / Jesus / Christ / Savior / Lord Holy Spirit / Comfort/ Helper What Is Christianity?

Basic Morals: Do good & avoid evil; love God, others, and self Core Teachings Basic Morals: Do good & avoid evil; love God, others, and self Social Morals: Care for the poor/needy; the humble will be blessed What Is Christianity?

Final Exam: Essay Questions What are the core beliefs of Christianity? How is Christianity linked to Judaism? How is Christianity similar to other religions that we’ve learned about in class? How is Christianity different than other religions that we’ve learned about in class? What Is Christianity?