Christianity BY CS

Vocabulary Apostle - is a religious messenger

and ambassador. Crucifixion - An ancient method of

painful execution in which a person is bound or nailed to a cross left to die.

Disciple - A follower of Jesus Christ

Epistles - One of the apostolic letters in the New Testament

The Gospels - A written account of the life of Jesus and the word of the New Testament

Jesus of Nazareth - Jesus Christ, son of God

Messiah - The savior of the Jews

Monastery - A community of persons who live under religious vows

New Testament - The second division of the Bible

Old Testament - The first division of the Bible

Paul - Early missionary of Christianity

Peter – He is part of the New Testament

Resurrection - The return of Jesus from death of crucifixion

Sacrament - A sacred rite

Symbols of Christianity

History of Christianity Christianity started about 2000 years ago in Judea (present-day

Israel) with Jesus Christ and His faithful group of disciples. With this cultural and religious backdrop, the ministry of Jesus

began. Jesus was a Jew. He observed the Jewish faith and was well

acquainted with the Jewish Law. Christians considered Him to be the Messiah. In His early thirties, Jesus traveled from village to village, teaching

in the synagogues and healing those who were suffering. Soon, a faithful group of men began to follow Jesus and call him

teacher. These men became His disciples. Jesus taught His disciples about the will of God and about the

"new covenant" God will bring to humanity through Him.

Basic Duties Study the Bible - Bible study is our only way of learning God's

will and avoiding error. Pray Frequently - Prayer is our means of thanking God, praising

Him, and making known our needs. Commit Yourself to the Local Church - New Testament

Christians always were recognized as part of a local church. Attend All the Assemblies of the Local Church - We should

come whenever the church meets to study, sing, & pray. Help Others Learn the Gospel - All Christians should work to

learn how to lead others to Jesus. Do All God's Will – We should be willing to give our whole life to

the Lord.

Current Happenings Pray For Christians Fleeing Pakistani Village

Dozens of Christian families have been forced to flee from homes in a village near Lahore, Pakistan after a pastor in the village was accused of blasphemy against the Prophet Mohammad. Blasphemy is the act or offense of speaking sacrilegiously about God or

sacred things. Christians Fleeing Pakistani Village

Over 400 Movie Theaters Host Teen Mania 'Youth Group' Event With Christian Rock, Comedy For one night, Christian rock will blast out across the country as

over 400 movie theaters channel the pulse of "Surge," with famous bands such as Newsboys, Casting Crowns, and Lecrae, while comedian John Gray will crack jokes to bolster faith among teens and prepare them for life's struggles. 400 Movie Theaters

Clergy A pastor is in charge of a Christian church or congregation.

A minister a member of the clergy, esp. in Protestant churches.

A priest is an ordained minister of the Catholic, Orthodox, or Anglican Church having the authority to perform certain rites and administer certain sacraments.

Review Questions What are the holy scriptures in Christianity called?

The Bible What is death by hanging on a cross or pole called?

Crucifixion What are rituals by Catholics to receive the grace of God

called? Sacraments

What is rising from the dead called? Resurrection

What are the first 4 books of the New Testament called? The Gospel

What is the early part of the Bible called, the history part? Old Testament

Who were the close followers of Jesus during his lifetime? Disciples

Christians consider Jesus the what? The Messiah

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