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• What are the two main sections of the AQA GCSE RS Christianity syllabus?

  Beliefs and teachings, and practices
• What is the story of creation according to Christianity?


  • God created the universe, including Earth and mankind.
  • The creation story is found in Genesis chapter 1.
  • It describes creation over seven days.
  • Not all Christians interpret this literally.
• Where in the Bible is the creation story found?

  Genesis chapter 1
• How do Christians view the presence of the Holy Spirit and Son in the creation story?

  They are both referenced to show their presence from day one
• What is the fundamental belief of Christianity regarding God?

  Christianity is a monotheistic religion
• How might belief in creation influence Christians today?

  It inspires them to see nature as a sign of God's work
• What are the three main denominations of Christianity?

  Protestant, Catholic, and Orthodox
• What does the Nicene Creed state about God?

  It affirms belief in one God
• How is God described in Christianity?

  God is holy, omnipotent, omni-benevolent, and omniscient
• What does omnipotent mean in the context of God?

  It means all-powerful
• What does omni-benevolent mean?

  It means all-loving
• What is a key quote that illustrates God's omnipotence?

  Nothing is impossible with God
• What is a key quote that illustrates God's omni-benevolence?

  For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son
• What does omniscient mean in relation to God?

  It means all-knowing
• What is a key quote that illustrates God's omniscience?

  God knows the thoughts of man
• How do Christians view God's justice?

  God is the perfect giver of justice
• How might belief in the nature of God influence Christians today?

  It encourages them to seek justice and righteousness
• What is the significance of the incarnation in Christianity?

  Jesus is God in human form
• What are the key points of the nativity story?

  • Mary conceived Jesus through the Holy Spirit.
  • The angel Gabriel announced Jesus's birth.
  • Jesus's conception is known as the immaculate conception.
  • The gospels of Matthew and Luke detail the nativity.
• What is the term used for Jesus's conception?

  Immaculate conception
• Why do some gospels not mention the birth of Jesus?

  They focus on the significance of Jesus's actions instead
• What is an important quote regarding the incarnation?

  The word became flesh and dwelt among us
• How does the belief in incarnation influence Christians today?

  It allows them to follow Jesus's teachings with greater understanding
• What is the significance of Jesus being referred to as the Messiah?

  It signifies that he would save humanity from evil
• What does the concept of the Trinity entail?

  It describes three persons of God who are equally God
• Who are the three persons of the Trinity?

  God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit
• How do Christians view the role of the Holy Spirit?

  The Holy Spirit influences, guides, and sustains life
• How might belief in the Holy Spirit influence Christians today?

  It provides comfort and a sense of companionship
• What is the significance of the crucifixion in Christianity?

  It teaches that sin can be forgiven through Jesus's sacrifice
• What was Jesus charged with by the Romans?

  Treason
• What does the quote "Father, forgive them for they do not know what they are doing" illustrate?

  Jesus's forgiving nature even in suffering
• How might belief in the crucifixion influence Christians today?

  It encourages them to seek forgiveness for their sins
• What happened after Jesus's resurrection?

  He appeared to his followers and instructed them to spread his teachings
• What is a key quote regarding the resurrection?

  He is not here; he has risen
• Why is the resurrection considered the most important belief in Christianity?

  All four gospels have accounts of it, indicating its significance
• How does belief in resurrection influence Christians today?

  It gives them faith in overcoming the fear of death
• What is sin in Christian belief?

  Any action or thought that separates humans from God
• What is original sin?

  The belief that all humans are born with a tendency to do wrong
• How do Christians view the devil's role in temptation?

  He tempts humans away from God in revenge for losing his wings
• How might belief in sin and salvation influence Christians today?

  It encourages them to seek forgiveness and live morally