the use of animals in scientific research to study biological processes, test medical treatments, or assess product safety

the act of bringing everything in the world into existence

contamination of an environment with harmful substances

the duty given by God to humankind to look after the created world, and all life within it

someone who does not eat meat, but may consume other animal products like dairy or eggs

Christian responses to issues in the natural world

Religious education

Christianity and the origins and value of the universe

Christian responses to non-religious accounts

The sanctity of life in Christianity

Christianity and the issue of abortion

Christian responses to abortion

Christianity and the issue of euthanasia

Christian responses to euthanasia

Christian beliefs about life after death

In this unit pupils will focus firstly on the relationship between religion and science - looking at ideas of creation. They will examine how religions view the world - examining concepts such as stewardship. Finally they will examine how religions speak about the sanctity of life.

Matters of life and death

Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering

stewardship is important for future generations

caring for God’s gift of creation is important

Match each Christian denomination to its key teaching on stewardship.

The 1986 Christian Declaration on Nature states that the destruction of nature disproportionately affects the {{}} and vulnerable.

that humans should care for creation (stewardship)

that humans are free to use the Earth however they like

Genesis 1:28 has no relevance to modern environmental issues

Christians believe that animals have the same rights as humans.

Some Christians support animal testing, but only if the suffering is minimised.

Which of the following statements about Christian views on animal experimentation is correct?

a statement supporting the unlimited use of natural resources

a declaration encouraging environmental responsibility

What is the Christian Declaration on Nature (Assisi, 1986)?

they believe that stewardship means minimising harm to all creatures

they believe that animals are equal to humans

they think that animal testing is unnecessary for medical research

Why do some Christians, like Quakers, oppose animal testing?

a temporary state of purification before heaven

being raised from the dead with a transformed body

Match each term to the correct definition.

Jesus’ resurrection proves that life continues after death

everyone, even sinners, has the right to eternal life

there is scientific proof that the afterlife exists

Why do Christians believe in life after death?

it will turn into a spirit and lose its form

What does the Bible say will happen to the body in the afterlife?

Jesus’ resurrection is proof of eternal life

the Bible clearly describes heaven and hell

Which argument is often used against the belief in life after death?

they may try to live morally and follow Jesus’ teachings

they may focus only on prayer and ignore helping others

they may not believe that their actions matter

How might belief in heaven and hell influence a Christian’s actions?

Christians believe God will {{}} people based on their faith and actions.

Christian responses to issues in the natural world

Lesson outcome

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