J1 part 1 REVISION PRESENTATION Christian beliefs about the nature of God: the Father (Luke 11:1-4), the Creator (Genesis 1:1-2:3), unity and trinity (monotheism).

It is a MODEL of how to pray! God as Father! The Lord’s Prayer Why is it important? 1. It comes from JESUS! 2. It is a MODEL of how to pray! 3. It tells us what GOD is like!

Our Father, who art in heaven God is our Father Closeness of relationship can be limiting?? Hallowed be thy name You are special! the Father is King “no more pain, no more tears, no more suffering” REVELATION 21 build it here and now! Thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread The Father is the provider Give us what we need - not what we want! Forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us The Father forgives Help us to be reconcilers echo of THE GOLDEN RULE Do to others etc.

We agree! AMEN The Father guides and defends And lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil The Father guides and defends Help us to deal with the things that lead us into sin which damages our relationship with God AMEN We agree!

Why is the Creation story important? God as Creator! Why is the Creation story important? reminding us of the sanctity of life reminding us of our responsibility to each other reminding us of our responsibility to the environment

The belief that God is three in one Father Son Holy Spirit UNITY The state of being one! The belief that God is one! Believing in one God is MONOTHEISM TRINITY The belief that God is three in one Father Son Holy Spirit

HOW CAN THIS BE? H2O Mr. A Dad Teacher Son

Why is believing in the Trinity important? It summarises what God is like – Father, Son and Holy Spirit It shows us that God can be experienced in different ways

J1 part 2 Christian beliefs about Jesus: incarnation and virgin birth, Christ and Son of God, crucifixion and resurrection.

INCARNATION God became human Word Made Flesh felt same feelings as us helps us to relate to him

Why is the Virgin Birth important? LITERALIST LIBERAL Mary was a virgin! Jesus was SPECIAL! Why is the Virgin Birth important? it proves Jesus is the Son of God i.e. how special he was it shows the power of the Holy Spirit (all things are possible to God!) it shows that God intervenes in human history it shows the importance of human’s response to God’s invitation (Mary said “Your will be done!”)

Christ The Messiah The Anointed One Chosen by God To pay the price for sin The Lamb of God.

Jesus died to gain our salvation He was The Messianic Sacrifice. CRUCIFIXION Jesus died to gain our salvation He was The Messianic Sacrifice.

Why is the Resurrection important? Jesus physically rose from the dead! Jesus lives on in some way - even now! LITERALIST LIBERAL Why is the Resurrection important? it proves Jesus is the Son of God it is the ultimate victory of good over evil it shows there is life after death

Jesus ascended into Heaven He will come again to JUDGE. ASCENSION Jesus ascended into Heaven He will come again to JUDGE. How will we be judged? how we have treated others how we have used our talents.

Matthew 25

The Holy Spirit 50 powerful, unseen but felt 3rd person of the trinity “the giver of life” (NICENE Creed) “THE BREATH OF GOD” (GENESIS) EVERPRESENT GUIDED WRITERS OF BIBLE EMPOWERER 50 powerful, unseen but felt protects, illuminates and purifies bringer of peace WIND FIRE DOVE

QUESTION TIME! 1. (a) What is the meaning of the word monotheism? (2) (b) What do Christians believe about the Trinity? (6) (c) Explain why the Lord’s Prayer is important to Christians? (8) (d) “All Christians should believe that God created the universe in six days.” Do you agree? Give reasons for your opinion, showing that you have considered another point of view. In your answer you should refer to Christianity. (4)

QUESTION TIME! 2. What is the Trinity? (2) (b) Outline Christian beliefs about the Holy Spirit. (6) (c) Explain why the creation story is important to Christians. (8) (d) “Jesus is the Son of God.” Do you agree? Give reasons for your opinion, showing you have considered another point of view. (4)

QUESTION TIME! 3. What is the meaning of the word Christ? (2) (b) What do Christians believe about the incarnation of Jesus? (6) (c) Explain the symbolism used to represent the Holy Spirit. (8) (d) “Mary had to be a virgin when she gave birth to Jesus.” Do you agree? Give reasons for your opinion, showing that you have considered another point of view. In your answer you should refer to Christianity. (4)

Christian beliefs about sin and salvation J1 part 3 Christian beliefs about sin and salvation (repentance, faith, forgiveness, reconciliation as seen in Luke 19:1-10).

sin a thought, act or failure to act which damages the individual’s relationship with God venial sins mortal sins damage our relationship with God deliberately break our relationship with God

THE FALL Genesis - Garden of Eden Adam and Eve’s relationship with God was perfect until they disobeyed God by eating from the tree of knowledge This was the Original Sin This event is known as The Fall.

everything was perfect! Adam and Eve had all they needed until In GENESIS 3, everything was perfect! Adam and Eve had all they needed until THE FALL SALVATION Jesus sacrificed himself on the cross Humans GOD

Why is salvation important? Without salvation, humans are separated from God Because of salvation the way to heaven is again open for human beings Without salvation, there is no prospect of life after death Because salvation gives us a reason to live good lives

What does all this mean in practical terms? 1. Christians should have faith in God’s willingness to forgive 2. Christians should repent of their sins 3. Christians should forgive others 4. Christians should be reconcilers (build bridges between people.)

“Father, forgive them.” MARK 15 WHY REPENTANCE???? WHY FORGIVENESS???? “Forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us.” LUKE 11 “Father, forgive them.” MARK 15 “Repent and believe the Good News.” MARK 1

"Hurry down, Zacchaeus, because I must stay in your house today.” grumbling Zacchaeus HALF to the poor 4 times as much Jesus "Salvation has come to this house today, The Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost.”.

How did Zacchaeus show faith? How did Zacchaeus show repentance? How did Jesus show forgiveness? What is the stumbling block to reconciliation in this story?.

QUESTION TIME! 4. (a) What is the meaning of the word faith? (2) (b) What do Christians believe about repentance? (6) (c) Explain why salvation is important to Christians. (8) (d) “Terrorists should never be forgiven!” Do you agree? Give reasons for your opinion, showing that you have considered another point of view. In your answer you should refer to Christianity. (4)

J1 part 4 Christian values: love of God and love of others (Mark 12:29-31, Luke 10:25-37, Matthew 25:31-46).

1. "The most important commandment is this: `Listen, Israel! The Lord our God is the only Lord. Love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, with all your mind, and with all your strength’ The second most important commandment is this: `Love your neighbour as you love yourself.’” What did Jesus say? 2.

LOVING GOD Why???? God is our creator and gives us life God loves us so much that he sent Jesus to save us Jesus loves us so much he died to pay for our sins Jesus is the perfect example of God’s love Jesus lived a life of love - he healed the sick (Mark 1), showed concern for the poor.

LOVING OUR NEIGHBOUR Should be shown in a practical way : as in The Parable of the Good Samaritan (Luke 10) Should be shown to all as in The Parable of the Sheep and Goats (Matthew 25)

X REMEMBER Loving others is a decision not an emotion. God’s love is referred to as GRACE (AGAPE) this is love which is not deserved but given anyway.

QUESTION TIME! 5. (a) What is the meaning of the word reconciliation? (2) (b) What do Christians believe about how they should treat others? (6) (c) Explain why the love of God is important to Christians. (8) (d) “It is impossible to love everyone!” Do you agree? Give reasons for your opinion, showing that you have considered another point of view. In your answer you should refer to Christianity. (4)

QUESTION TIME! 6. (a) What is the meaning of the word forgiveness? (2) (b) Outline Christian belief about the Virgin Birth. (6) (c) Explain why the resurrection important to Christians. (8) (d) “Belief in sin is out of date!” Do you agree? Give reasons for your opinion, showing that you have considered another point of view. In your answer you should refer to Christianity. (4)

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