believed by Christians to be the Son of God, he was a first-century Jewish teacher living and travelling in Palestine/Israel

a title used for Jesus, the second Person of the Trinity, which shows the special relationship between Jesus and God

the belief that God as One includes God also being manifest in three Persons: the Father, Son and Holy Spirit

The nativity and Jesus as the son of God

Religious education

The nature of God

The problem of evil and suffering

The Trinity

Creation in Genesis

Different Christian interpretations of creation

Beliefs about the afterlife: judgement

Beliefs about the afterlife: resurrection

Beliefs about the afterlife: heaven and hell

Jesus as the incarnation

The crucifixion of Jesus

The resurrection and ascension

Means of salvation

The role of Jesus in salvation

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.

Christianity: Beliefs

Which Gospels contain the nativity story?

How did Mary conceive Jesus, according to the Gospels?

because he was conceived through the Holy Spirit

Why is Jesus referred to as the ‘Son of God’?

it encourages them to ignore other religious festivals

it helps them to feel closer to God and appreciate Jesus’ birth

How might belief in the nativity influence Christians today?

In the Gospel of Luke, the angel announced Jesus’ birth to {{}} in the fields.

The four-week period of preparation before Christmas is called {{}}.

Which Christian denomination officially supports the idea of purgatory?

they believe that everyone goes to heaven

they believe that hell is symbolic of a state of separation from God

they believe that hell is only for non-believers

Why do some Christians reject the idea of hell as a place of fire and suffering?

ignore moral teachings because God forgives all sins

What might a Christian do if they believe in heaven and want to prepare for it?

it reassures them that life continues after death

it guarantees that everyone will go there

it means that they will never experience suffering in life

Why do many Christians find comfort in the belief in heaven?

Which Christian belief suggests that all religions can lead to heaven?

John 3:16 teaches that those who believe in Jesus will have {{}} life.

The nativity and Jesus as the son of God

Lesson outcome