Sin and salvation
I can explain Christian beliefs about sin and salvation, including the importance and influence of these beliefs.
Sin and salvation
I can explain Christian beliefs about sin and salvation, including the importance and influence of these beliefs.
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Key learning points
- Sin refers to actions against God's laws or wishes; these actions lead to a separation between God and humans.
- Salvation means to be delivered from sin and its consequences, leading to eternal life.
- Many Christians believe that salvation comes through God's grace, Jesus' death and resurrection.
- Some Christians believe that salvation can also come through the law of the Bible, and through the Holy Spirit.
- Beliefs about sin and salvation have a profound impact on Christian beliefs and practices, including worship.
Keywords
Grace - the unconditional and generous love that God shows to people who do not deserve it
Holy Spirit - the third Person of the Trinity; believed to be present with believers since Pentecost and active on earth
Salvation - a deliverance from sin and punishment as a result of Jesus being crucified on the cross
Sin - behaviour which is against God's laws and wishes/against Christian principles of morality
Common misconception
The means of salvation are grace, Jesus, biblical law and the Holy Spirit, which are distinct and separate from each other.
These concepts are intertwined. Grace can come through Jesus, the law of the Bible and the Holy Spirit.
To help you plan your year 10 religious education lesson on: Sin and salvation, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
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