the reconciliation of God and humanity accomplished through the life, suffering, and death of Christ

to break a persons’ trust or confidence

the death of Jesus; a form of the death penalty used by the Ancient Romans

a follower of Jesus; commonly used to refer to the twelve chosen followers of Jesus during his lifetime

The last days of Jesus' life

Religious education

Nature and significance of the Trinity

The creation of the universe

Interpreting Genesis

Jesus Christ as the incarnate Son of God

Christ's resurrection and ascension

Salvation and the role of Christ

Christian eschatology: judgement

Christian eschatology: resurrection

Christian eschatology: afterlife

The problem of evil

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

Subjects which particular individuals may be sensitive to, eg, adoption, migration, bereavement or death, divorce, poverty, deprivation.

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

Depiction or discussion of violence or fighting, including threats of violence or the aftermath of violence.

Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering

At the Last Supper, Jesus broke {{}} and gave it to his disciples.

Judas chose to {{}} Jesus, leading to his arrest.

Jesus’ {{}} was a form of execution used by the Ancient Romans.

Why did Jewish leaders want to arrest Jesus?

How did Judas identify Jesus to the authorities?

What do most Christians believe Jesus’ crucifixion achieved?

Many Christians believe that Jesus is both fully human and fully ...

In John's Gospel, Jesus is referred to as ‘The {{}}’, highlighting his divine nature and role in creation.

What does ‘incarnation’ mean in Christianity?

Which Old Testament book is believed to contain prophecies about Jesus' coming?

He provides teachings about moral living.

He is believed to be the atoning sacrifice for sins.

What role does Jesus play in Christian salvation?

Why do Christians believe Jesus’ death proves he is divine?

The last days of Jesus' life

Lesson outcome

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