Starter quiz
- What do Christians believe was the purpose of Jesus’ death and resurrection?
- To show that he had magical powers
- To provide salvation and forgiveness of sins ✓
- To replace the Old Testament prophets
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- What is one way the resurrection and ascension might influence Christians today?
- They inspire Christians to believe in life after death ✓
- They mean Christians no longer need to pray
- They prove that good and evil do not exist
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- What did Jesus do before he ascended?
- He disappeared without warning
- He blessed his disciples ✓
- He wrote a new Gospel
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- According to Christian belief, Jesus remained on Earth for ______ days after his resurrection before ascending into heaven.
- '40' ✓
- According to the Gospels, Jesus’ tomb was discovered empty by Mary ______ and other followers.
- 'Magdalene' ✓
- Many Christians believe that Jesus’ resurrection demonstrates the triumph of ______ over evil and death.
- 'good' ✓
Exit quiz
- According to Genesis, God gave Adam and Eve the ability to make choices. This ability is called ______ will.
- 'free' ✓
- The belief that all humans inherit a sinful nature is called ______ sin.
- 'original' ✓
- Which of the following is not a source of authority for Christians in making moral decisions?
- The Bible
- The Pope
- The government ✓
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- Why do some Christians confess their sins?
- To feel better emotionally
- To ask for forgiveness and restore their relationship with God ✓
- To gain rewards in heaven
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- What is one consequence of sin according to Christian belief?
- Gaining wisdom
- Immediate punishment in this life
- Separation from God ✓
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- How might beliefs about sin influence Christian behaviour today?
- Christians try to follow God’s laws and avoid sin ✓
- Christians ignore moral rules because they believe in free will
- Christians no longer care about sin in modern times
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Key learning points
- Sin refers to an action against God’s laws or wishes.
- Sin occurs when humans misuse their free will and the punishment is separation from God.
- Original sin refers to the belief that humans are born with a tendancy to sin, inherited from Adam and Eve.
- Christian beliefs about sin can influence individual moral decisions and whole community practices.
Common misconception
Christians do not sin.
Many Christians recognise that humans aren't perfect and sometimes there are times when they will commit sins.
Keywords
Free will - God's gift to humanity allowing them to make their own choices
Original sin - belief that human nature is flawed, and that we all have the tendency to sin; traditionally believed to come from Adam and Eve’s disobedience
Punishment - a penalty given to someone for a crime or wrong they have done
Sin - behaviour which is against God's laws and wishes/against Christian principles of morality
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