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    A GUIDE TO

    Christianity

    what is Christianity? Let’s jump in!


    INTRODUCTION TO
    CHRISTIANITY
    OVERVIEW:
    CHRISTIANITY IS A
    MONOTHEISTIC
    RELIGION CENTERED ON
    THE TEACHINGS OF
    JESUS CHRIST.
    FOUNDED: APPROXIMATELY 1ST
    CENTURY CE.

    HOLY BOOK: THE BIBLE (OLD TESTAMENT AND


    NEW TESTAMENT).

    MAJOR DENOMINATIONS: CATHOLICISM,


    PROTESTANTISM, EASTERN ORTHODOXY.
    Origins: Emerged in the 1st
    century CE in Judea (modern-
    day Israel/Palestine).

    Jesus of Nazareth:
    Historical Considered the Son of God
    Background
    and the Messiah.
    Early Church: Spread of
    Christianity by apostles like
    Peter and Paul.

    Roman Empire: Christianity


    Historical became the official religion in
    Background
    380 CE.
    CORE BELIEFS OF
    CHRISTIANITY
    Core Beliefs

    The Trinity: Belief in one God


    in three persons - Father, Son
    (Jesus Christ), and Holy Spirit.

    Salvation: Through faith in


    Jesus Christ, believers are
    saved from sin and granted
    eternal life.
    Core Beliefs

    Love and Forgiveness: Central


    teachings emphasize love for
    God and others, and
    forgiveness of sins.

    The Kingdom of God: Belief in


    an eternal kingdom where
    believers will reside with God.
    The Holy Bible
    Old
    Testament Old Testament: Hebrew
    scriptures, including the
    Torah, Prophets, and Writings.

    New Testament: Includes the


    New Gospels, Acts of the
    Testament
    Apostles, Epistles, and
    Revelation.
    Old
    Testament Gospels: Matthew, Mark,
    Luke, and John—chronicles of
    Jesus’ life and teachings.

    New Purpose: A guide for spiritual


    Testament life and the teachings of
    Jesus.
    Life and Teachings of
    Jesus Christ

    Birth: Born in Bethlehem,


    celebrated on Christmas.

    Ministry: Preached love,


    compassion, and repentance.

    TEACHINGS
    Life and Teachings of
    Jesus Christ

    Miracles: Healing the sick, feeding the


    hungry, and raising the dead.

    Crucifixion and Resurrection: Crucified


    under Roman rule, rose from the dead

    TEACHINGS
    on the third day (Easter).
    Christian
    Practices and
    Worship
    Practices and
    worship
    Prayer: Communication with
    God, including the Lord’s
    Prayer.

    Worship Services: Typically held


    in churches on Sundays.
    Practices and
    worship
    Sacraments: Key sacraments
    include Baptism and Eucharist
    (Holy Communion).

    Bible Study: Reading and


    studying scripture for spiritual
    growth.
    MAJOR CHRISTIAN
    DENOMINATIONS
    Catholicism
    Led by the Pope, emphasizes
    tradition and sacraments.

    Protestantism
    Includes many branches like Lutheran,
    Baptist, and Methodist, emphasizing
    faith and scripture.
    Eastern Orthodoxy
    Focuses on preserving the
    original traditions of the early
    Church.

    Key Differences

    Views on sacraments, authority of the


    Pope, and interpretations of scripture.
    CHRISTIANITY AND
    SOCIAL VALUES
    Love and Compassion: Core teachings
    encourage helping those in need and
    treating others with kindness.

    Forgiveness and Reconciliation: Emphasis


    on forgiving others as God forgives.
    CHRISTIANITY AND
    SOCIAL VALUES
    Justice and Peace: Commitment to social
    justice and peacemaking.

    Service: Many Christians are involved in


    charitable work, missions, and community
    service.
    Christian
    Festivals and
    Celebrations
    Christmas: Celebrates
    the birth of Jesus
    Christ.

    Easter: Celebrates
    Jesus’ resurrection
    from the dead.
    Lent: A period of 40
    days of fasting and
    reflection leading up to
    Easter.

    Pentecost:
    Commemorates the
    descent of the Holy
    Spirit on the apostles.
    GLOBAL PRESENCE
    AND INFLUENCE
    Worldwide Reach:
    Approximately 2.4 billion
    Christians globally.

    Cultural Impact: Influences art,


    literature, law, and values in
    many societies.
    World Wide
    GLOBAL PRESENCE
    AND INFLUENCE
    Missionary Work: Focused on
    spreading the message of
    Jesus and providing
    humanitarian aid.

    Challenges and Opportunities:


    Issues like religious freedom,
    interfaith dialogue, and
    adapting to modern values.
    World Wide
    Conclusion
    Summary: Key aspects of Christian beliefs, practices,
    and global significance.

    Message of Hope: Christianity’s message centers on


    love, hope, and eternal life through Jesus.

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