Atonement

In this lesson, we will focus on Christian beliefs about the atonement, in which we'll be looking at traditional Christian understandings of how Jesus' death was a sacrifice for sin.

Atonement

In this lesson, we will focus on Christian beliefs about the atonement, in which we'll be looking at traditional Christian understandings of how Jesus' death was a sacrifice for sin.

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Lesson details

Key learning points

  1. How Jesus' work brings God and humans into right relationship.

Equipment

You will need two different coloured pens: black or blue and another coloured pen, such as green or red.

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5 Questions

Q1.
Which definition below best fits the Christian belief in 'grace'?
A short prayer of thanks said before or after a meal.
Courteous good will.
Smoothness and elegance of movement.
Correct answer: The gift of forgiveness freely offered by God.
Q2.
Which of the following is NOT one of the Ten Commandments?
'Do not murder'
'Do not worship other Gods'
'Keep the Sabbath day holy'
Correct answer: 'Love your neighbour as yourself'
Q3.
Christians believe that once they become a Christian they will no longer commit sins, true or false?
Correct answer: False
True
Q4.
What day do Christians believe the Holy Spirit was given to the disciples?
Baptism day
Christmas
Easter
Correct answer: Pentecost
Q5.
Which key word best fits the following definition, 'to be saved from sin and its consequences'?
Atonement
Forgiveness
Correct answer: Salvation
Sin

5 Questions

Q1.
Which key word below best fits the definition, 'The work of Jesus which made God and humans one again'?
Correct answer: Atonement
Forgiveness
Punishment
Salvation
Q2.
Which of the key words below best fits the definition, 'to be saved from sin and its consequences'?
Atonement
Forgiveness
Grace
Correct answer: Salvation
Q3.
What does the word 'gospel' mean?
Account - the Gospels in the Bible give an account of Jesus' life.
Correct answer: Good News - The good news of the belief that people can be forgiven due to Jesus' work on the cross.
The word gospel comes from a type of church music.
True - this is why people say 'the Gospel truth'.
Q4.
Which definition below best fits the Christian belief in 'grace'?
A short prayer of thanks said before or after a meal.
Courteous good will.
Smoothness and elegance of movement.
Correct answer: The gift of forgiveness freely offered by God.
Q5.
Which quality of God do Christians believe made it necessary for sin to be dealt with, and meant it shouldn't just be forgotten?
Creator
Correct answer: Just
Omnibenevolent
Omnipotent

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