what follows the physical life on earth; life after death

relating to final things; death, judgement, and the final destiny of the soul or humankind

belief that after death Christians can enter a state of being with God for eternity

belief in a place of eternal suffering, or a state after death of being in separation from God

behaviour which is against God's laws and wishes/against Christian principles of morality

Eschatalogical beliefs, heaven and hell

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.

Christianity: Beliefs and teachings

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

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

Heaven is a spiritual state of being in the presence of God.

Heaven is a physical city with golden streets.

Only those who never sinned can enter heaven.

What is a contemporary Christian belief about heaven?

Everyone will go to heaven, no matter what they believe.

Only those who believe in Jesus will go to heaven.

People who live good lives may enter heaven, even if they are not Christian.

Which statement best describes an exclusivist view of heaven?

a permanent place of suffering for sinners

a temporary place where souls are cleansed before entering heaven

a waiting area where souls decide if they want to go to heaven

Which of the following best describes the Catholic belief in purgatory?

Only those who follow Christian teachings will go to heaven.

People of all beliefs and ways of life can reach heaven.

Heaven is only for people who live perfect, sin free lives.

Which of the following best describes a pluralist view of heaven?

Christians may pray for the dead and take comfort in the idea of eternal life.

Christians do not believe in funerals, as only God decides the afterlife.

Christians avoid discussing the afterlife at funerals.

What is one way belief in heaven and hell influences Christian funeral practices?

Some Christians believe that hell is not a physical place of suffering, but rather a state of {{ }} from God.

Many Christians believe that humans can choose whether or not to follow God’s laws; this is known as {{ }} will.

In Christianity, {{ }} refers to the unconditional and generous love that God shows to people who do not deserve it.

because it ensures a perfect life on earth

Why do many Christians believe salvation is necessary?

What is one way Christians believe the Holy Spirit helps people?

through grace, Jesus, biblical law and the Holy Spirit

How do some Christians believe salvation can be achieved?

The apostles, filled with the Holy Spirit, spoke in different languages.

The Ten Commandments were given to Moses.

What event in Acts 2 showed the Holy Spirit’s power?

Content guidance

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

Adult supervision recommended

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.

Eschatalogical beliefs, heaven and hell

Lesson outcome

Content guidance

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.