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Year 9 Christian Bellefs &. Teachings end of unit assesment (Key Task). Complete all questions in your book - not on the sheet. Which one of the following is not a means of salvation? [1 mark] A Law B Graco C sin D Spirit 2. Give two Christian beliefs about Jesus' ascension [2 marks] 3. Explain two ways in which the belief in the trinity influences Christians today (4) marks] 4. Explain two Christian beliefs about the causes of sin [5 marks] Refer to sacred writings or another source of Christian belief and teaching in your answer. 5. 'God cannot be loving because people suffer.' Evaluate this statement. [12 marks] In your answer you should: refer to Christian teaching give reasoned arguments to support this statement give reasoned arguments to support a different point of viow reach a justified conclusion.
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1. C. Sin2. Two Christian beliefs about Jesus' Ascension could be: Jesus ascended into Heaven following His resurrection thus initiating His reign as King. Secondly, Jesus' ascension marks the promise of His second coming.3. The belief in the Trinity could influence Christians by fostering a sense of interconnectedness, and encouraging them to pursue a relationship with all aspects of God. Secondly, the Trinity reinforces the doctrines of God as the creator (the Father), Jesus' redemptive work (the Son), and current spiritual assistance (Holy Spirit).4. Christians typically believe that sin originated with Adam and Eve's disobedience in the Garden of Eden, drawing souls away from God's original intended relationship. Another belief may be that sin is caused by human's inherent bent toward disobedience (enslavement to sin) and selfish choices derived from free-will. 5. For believers, the presence of suffering in the world does not negate the idea of a loving God, but instead sheds light on the merciful and redemptive qualities (For example God giving his only Son to die for humanity's sins; the book of Job where human suffering is seen in the context of divine mystery). Conversely, they may cite the presence of suffering caused by human free will actions, not by Divine intention. As such, the love and justice of God don't get mutually unbearable. They might conclude, by contextualizing natural/catastrophic evils happening due to fallen human condition and not God's direct making. God can still be loving even amidst rampant suffering.
Explanation
1. The options AI-D for this question refer to different aspects of Christian doctrine. Law, Grace, and Spirit are all typically seen as means through which believers can achieve salvation. On the other hand, Sin is indicative of separation from God and is not typically viewed as a path to salvation.2. The Ascension is a significant event in Christian belief, marking the moment when Jesus was taken up into Heaven after His resurrection. There are numerous beliefs attached to this event.3. The Trinity, or the notion that God exists as three persons (Father, Son, Holy Spirit) while still being one God, is a fundamental tenet of Christian belief. It is likely to impact and influence the lives and practices of Christians in numerous ways. 4. Christian beliefs about the origins of sin vary, but many link sin to the Fall of Man and free will. Some beliefs may also identify Satan or society as encouraging sin.5. The issue of suffering and how it's compatible with a loving God is a perennial consideration in Christian (and more broader religious) philosophy. This is a complex and multifaceted question.※Please note: The point quantification (1[1 mark], 2[2 marks], 3[4 marks] and 4[5 marks]) in the question shows how many facts/arguments/references the examiner is expected to reward. Even though it's not explicitly mentioned about one for the fifth question, usually around 4 corresponding points would be appropriate to give considering it's weightage and the complexity.[12 marks]