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Christianity: Beliefs and teachings

5 dot points across 5 inquiry questions. Click any dot point for a focused answer with worked past exam questions where available.

What do Christians believe about the Trinity and about creation?

The doctrine of the Trinity as Father, Son and Holy Spirit, and the role of the Word and the Spirit in the creation of the universe.
A focused answer on the Trinity and Christian creation for AQA GCSE Religious Studies A (8062), covering Father, Son and Holy Spirit and the role of the Word and Spirit in creation.
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How do Christians believe Jesus brings salvation?

The incarnation, crucifixion, resurrection and ascension of Jesus, and the beliefs about sin, salvation, atonement and grace that flow from them.
A focused answer on Jesus and salvation for AQA GCSE Religious Studies A (8062), covering the incarnation, crucifixion, resurrection, ascension, sin, salvation, atonement and grace.
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What are the key beliefs that shape Christian faith?

Key Christian beliefs including incarnation, sin, salvation, grace, atonement and the role of these beliefs in Christian life and worship.
A focused answer on the key beliefs of Christianity for AQA GCSE Religious Studies A (8062), covering incarnation, sin, the Fall, salvation, grace and atonement.
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What do Christians believe happens after death?

Christian beliefs about life after death, resurrection, judgement, heaven and hell, and how these beliefs affect how Christians live now.
A focused answer on Christian beliefs about the afterlife for AQA GCSE Religious Studies A (8062), covering resurrection, judgement, heaven, hell and purgatory.
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What do Christians believe about the nature of God?

The nature of God as omnipotent, loving and just, and the problem of evil and suffering this creates for believers.
A focused answer on the Christian nature of God for AQA GCSE Religious Studies A (8062), covering omnipotence, love and justice, and the problem of evil and suffering.
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