the belief that reconciliation between God and humanity was brought about by the death of Jesus as a sacrifice

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

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

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

The role of Jesus in salvation

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

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

reconciliation between God and humans brought about by Jesus' death

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

the belief that God raised Jesus from the dead three days after death

through God’s grace, Jesus’ death and resurrection saved humanity

Match the keywords from today's lesson to the correct definition.

Jesus went through crucifixion against God’s will.

Jesus should have used his divine power to avoid his crucifixion.

Jesus went through with the crucifixion to bring about a greater good.

Salvation is necessary to allow humans to go to heaven. What is it that stops humans from going to heaven?

Which event in Jesus’ life provided atonement from sin?

Which two events in Jesus’ life provide salvation?

Which of the following is a way beliefs about the role of Jesus in salvation might influence a Christian today?

What is the Christian belief that God is three persons in one?

Who is believed by Christians to be coming back to judge the living and the dead?

What is a Christian belief about the afterlife?

How long after the crucifixion did Jesus resurrect?

Which means of salvation is achieved through Jesus’ death and resurrection?

Content guidance

Depiction or discussion of serious crime

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

Adult supervision required

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