Christianity Focused Study Part1.1

Christianity Key Concepts

God: Christianity is a monotheistic religion. Christians believe there is only one true God.

Jesus: Jesus is believed to be the son of God. He is believed to be sent to Earth to guide humans to fulfill God’s wishes.

Trinity: Christians believe in The Father (God) The Son (Jesus) and the Holy Spirit. Christians believe that God took human form as Jesus Christ and that God is present today through the Holy Spirit.

Justification by faith: Christians believe that by following Jesus Christ and accepting God, the relationship with God will improve and there will be a heaven after death.

Life after death: Christians believe there is a life after death. Based on ones earthly action you either go to heaven or hell.

Saints: A saint is considered a Christian who has lived a holy life. In order to gain sainthood, that individual must perform three miracles.

Prayer: Prayer is the way to communicate with God. Prayers can be said to God, Jesus, or even Mary. Prayer is not required a certain number of times a day.

Church: The Christian place of worship is the Church. Church services are most commonly held on Sundays.

Eucharist: The Eucharist is believed to represent the body and blood of Christ. The Eucharist is consumed every Sunday at church.

Baptism: A baptism is an annunciation of the inward commitment to God. Baptisms can be held at any age however most occur during childhood. 

http://www.bbc.co.uk/religion/religions/christianity/beliefs/basics_1.shtml