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Christianity: Ancient Beliefs & Modern Faith

"Discover the origins of Christianity, a 2000-year-old religion founded on the teachings of Jesus Christ in the Middle East. Learn about its major beliefs, sacred text, and how followers spread the message globally. Explore significant sects and their practices, emphasizing salvation through faith and adherence to the Golden Rule."

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Christianity: Ancient Beliefs & Modern Faith

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  1. Christianity

  2. I. Origins • Began in the Middle East (Palestine) in 30 CE • 2000 years old • Founded on the beliefs of Jesus Christ

  3. II. Teachings of Jesus Christ • They are rooted inJudaism • monotheism • Ten Commandments • Brotherhood (the Golden Rule) • Charity • Peace

  4. After death of Jesus, his followers, the Apostles, spread the religion. Christianity became the dominant religion in the Roman Empire. Missionaries Disciples spiritual Apostles followers proselytize-actively trying to covert others to your religion

  5. III. Major Beliefs • Jesus is the messiah (savior) and son of God. • Christ was crucified and resurrected. • Faith in Christ will save you and you will go to heaven.

  6. Christian Conduct should follow the Ten Commandments.

  7. Sacred Text:The Bible • It’s made up of 1. Old Testament 2. New Testament

  8. Place of Worship: church on Sunday Spring Place Methodist Church, Baltimore, MD St. Andrews Church, Roanoke, VA St.Pauls Episcopal Church Poughkeepsie, NY

  9. Appeal (why something is liked) Salvation is a moral choice, people have control over their destiny (rich and poor get eternal life) • Salvation is through faith

  10. Christianity Protestant Baptist Anglican Methodist Lutheran Pentecostal Episcopal Presbyterian Church of God (Mormon) Major Christian Sects Eastern Orthodox Roman Catholic

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