GCSE Religious Studies: Christian Beliefs Revision

Christian Beliefs is a core part of GCSE Religious Studies. Revise the key concepts and common mistakes below, then lock them in with the free games.

Key concepts

TrinityOne God in three persons: Father, Son, Holy Spirit

IncarnationGod the Son becoming human in Jesus Christ

OmnipotentAll-powerful — a key attribute of God

OmniscientAll-knowing — a key attribute of God

OmnibenevolentAll-loving — a key attribute of God

CreatorGod who made the universe from nothing (ex nihilo)

CrucifixionJesus' death by execution on a Roman cross

ResurrectionJesus rising from the dead on the third day

AtonementJesus' death restoring humans' relationship with God

SalvationBeing saved from sin and given eternal life

GraceGod's free, undeserved love and forgiveness

AscensionJesus returning to heaven 40 days after Easter

EschatologyThe study of the last things — death, judgement, end times

ParousiaThe Second Coming of Christ

Questions where students often pick the tempting wrong answer — make sure you know the right one:

How many gods does Christianity teach?✗ Three separate gods. ✓ One — Christianity is monotheistic; the Trinity is one God in three persons.

Are religious festivals just holidays with no meaning?✗ Yes, they are only days off. ✓ No — they commemorate important beliefs and events.

Are sacred texts read literally by all believers?✗ Yes, everyone reads them literally. ✓ No — interpretation ranges from literal to symbolic.

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