going or being taken up; the event forty days after the resurrection when Jesus returned to glory in heaven

the event three days after the crucifixion when it is believed that God raised Jesus from the dead

being saved; belief that through God’s grace, Jesus’ death and resurrection brought about salvation for humanity

The resurrection and ascension

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

The nativity and Jesus as the son of God

Jesus as the incarnation

The crucifixion of Jesus

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

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

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

Put the following events in the correct order.

Jesus coming back to life after his crucifixion

Jesus being taken up to heaven 40 days after his resurrection

being saved from sin and its consequences

Match each term to its correct definition.

According to Christian belief, how long after his resurrection did Jesus ascend into heaven?

According to 1 Corinthians 15, how many people did Jesus appear to after his resurrection?

That good triumphs over evil and life over death.

What does the resurrection demonstrate to Christians?

It marks the completion of Jesus’ time on Earth.

What is one reason Christians believe the ascension is important?

Jesus was forced to carry his own {{ }} before his crucifixion.

The disciple {{ }} denied knowing Jesus three times.

How did Jesus describe the bread at the Last Supper?

Why do many Christians believe the crucifixion was important?

Jesus was accused of {{ }} by the Jewish leaders.

Many Christians believe Jesus’ death allows {{ }} with God.

Starter Quiz