Define Redemption
The Christian belief that Jesus made up for Adam & Eve’s sin and brought humans back into our relationship with God.
What was “The Fall”
When Adam and Eve changed from obedience to God to disobedience by eating forbidden fruit in the Garden of Eden.
Give a reasoned explanation why sin exists.
- God gave humans free will because he wants them to choose to follow him
- However, people sometimes misuse their free will (sin)
- So, sin has to exist in order for people to have true free will
Define, to “Atone”
To make up for wrongdoing.
What are the 4 steps christians believe Jesus redeemed humans through?
- His death
- His burial
- His resurrection
- His ascention
List the importance of the Death Of Jesus
- Jesus fulfilled OT prophesies of the Messiah
- Jesus shows obedience and love to God the father (in the garden of gethsemane) as an example for all people to follow
- Jesus’ death restored relationship between God and humans ( the veil = no barrier between God and humans
- Jesus helped restore ‘cosmic order’ - He helped make creation perfect again
- For Christians it is important to remember that Jesus continued to show his love and compassion even during his immense suffering. When Jesus was on the cross he exclaimed ‘‘Forgive them father for they don’t know what they are doing’’
List the importance of Jesus’ burial
- Jesus descended into hell and ‘freed’ those who had died before him (Moses, Abraham e.t.c.) - they rose up to heaven with Jesus
- Jesus had promised that his people will follow where he has gone - so God is with people, even in death
List the importance of Jesus’ resurrection
- It is the most important event in Christianity as it is told/taught in all gospels
- Jesus is victorious over sin suffering and death. All people share in this.
- Life after death nis now possible (sin and death can be overcome)
- Initially, Jesus’ followers did not recognize him because Jesus had entered a new, different/perfect creation.
Quote: ‘‘If Christ has not been raised, your faith is futile and you are in your sins’’
List the importance of the ascension
- Just before he was physically lifted to heaven, Jesus promised to send the Holy Spirit to complete his work
- Jesus instructed the disciples to be his witnesses
- The Ascension shows Jesus is with the Father and that Christians will also be raised to heaven
- He told the disciples that he will return at the end of time
- Jesus promised that all his people will follow him where he has gone as the relationship between God and humanity has been restored.
What are the 3 titles given to Jesus?
- Jesus the example
- Jesus the restorer
- Jesus the victor
Why do Catholic give Jesus the three titles given to him?
Jesus the example: sets an example through obedience to the father
Jesus the restorer: Jesus restored the relationship between God and humans
Jesus the victor: Jesus defeated sin, death and suffering - humans can share in this (by going to heaven)
What is Pentecost
The coming of the Holy Spirit
What happened 10 days before the coming of the Holy Spirit?
Jesus ascended to heaven 10 days before Pentacost.
What were the two ways in which the holy spirit showed itself to the disciples?
- A rush of a violent wind that filled the room
- what looked like tongues of fire that spread out and touched the head of each disciple
List three ways the Holy Spirit affects the disciples
- They began to speak and understand each each other in foreign languages
- They became like new men: they came running out into streets and began to preach that Jesus has risen
- The apostles continued to preach the good news boldly and confidently
How did the crowd react initially to the Pentecost?
- All foreigners were astonished that they could now understand the disciples in their own languages, asking ‘‘What does this mean’’
- some sceptics said, ‘‘Take no notice, these men are drunk even though it’s only 9 in the morning’’
- By the end of the day, nearly 3000 people were baptized in Jesus’ name
How many people were baptized by the end of Pentecost?
Nearly 3000 people were baptized in Jesus’ name.
Why is Pentecost seen as the birthday of the Church?
The coming of the Holy Spirit marked the birth of Christianity as the twelve Apostles began their mission to spread the good news and became the leaders of the catholic church.
What is Pentecost known to be as for the Church?
The birthday of the Catholic Church.
What is salvation?
Being saved (or freed) from sin. Going to heaven
What is the difference between Redemption and Salvation?
Redemption is the idea that Jesus gave the opportunity to all of us to go to heaven, whereas salvation is for individual people - Jesus redeemed humas making salvation possible for individuals.
What is the Past, Present and Future of Salvation?
Past: Jesus’ death, burial, resurrection and ascension made it possible for people to enter heaven.
Present: - we choose whether to accept or reject salvation by following Jesus’ teachings (or not)
- The Holy Spirit guides people towards salvation (heaven).
Future: Salvation will be completed at the end of time - sin and death will be completely destroyed.
What is the Heavenly Banquet?
The Bible promises a victory celebration - everyone in heaven joining together for a meal - when salvation is complete
What is a way to experience the heavenly banquet on earth and what does it inspire us to do?
Through mass. This inspires us to work towards salvation every day cuz like if we kinda experience something we want to strive to achieve the full thing and experience (through love, peace, forgiveness)
