Jesus Christ as the incarnate Son of God

Religious education

In this unit pupils will begin their study of Christianity by examining some of the key beliefs of this worldview. They will focus on concepts of God, Trinity, Creation and the story and role of Jesus as incarnation and means of salvation.

Christian beliefs

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the belief that God became human in the form of Jesus

What does the doctrine of the incarnation refer to in Christianity?

Most Christians believe that the Book of {{}} in the Old Testament prophesied the coming of Jesus.

It shows Jesus as fully human and fully divine.

How does the New Testament support the belief in the incarnation?

It leads to the rejection of Christmas celebrations.

It influences how Christians view Jesus as a teacher, but not as God.

It influences practices such as prayer and the celebration of Christmas.

It leads Christians to avoid any discussion about Jesus.

How does the belief in the incarnation influence Christian practices today?

For most Christians, Jesus is {{}} in human form. Jesus is both fully human and fully divine.

There are different Christian {{}} of the creation accounts in Genesis.

as a modern scientific explanation of the universe

as literal and factual accounts of history

How do some Christians interpret the Genesis creation accounts?

Some Christians take a {{}} approach to the Genesis accounts, believing they are metaphorical and symbolic rather than literal.

The Genesis creation accounts can influence a Christian’s beliefs and behaviour towards the {{}} and human life.

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