1. Christianity

2. Demographics
Symbol
Christianity
The world’s largest religion with over 2 billion followers (almost 30% of all people)
A religion based on the life and teachings of Jesus Christ

3. World Religions Map Question #4
Christianity can be found in all continents (except for Antarctica). Christianity is the dominant religion in over 100 countries

4. Christianity Comes from the Greek word “Christos”
Question #5 & #6
Christianity
Comes from the Greek word “Christos”
Means “the Chosen one”
The Bible’s New Testament describes the life and teaching of Jesus Christ
Monotheistic

5. Main Beliefs Jesus Christ is the Son of God
Question #7
Main Beliefs
Jesus Christ is the Son of God
Also known as “The Messiah”
He was sent by God to save humanity
Those that live a holy life and repent sins will join God in the Kingdom of Heaven
Repent- Express sincere regret or remorse about a sin

6. Jesus Christ Jesus was a Jewish carpenter
At about 30 years old, Jesus begins to spread the word of God and perform miracles
Walking on water
Healing the sick
Calming a storm
Feeding 5,000 people with very little food (the loaves and fishes story)

7. Jesus Christ The Teachings of Jesus Christ
Question #8
Jesus Christ The Teachings of Jesus Christ
Jesus encouraged people to live by the Ten Commandments
He also encouraged people to love and respect each other
“Love thy neighbor”
Golden Rule- Treat others the way you want to be treated
Jesus encouraged people to refrain from hatred and lust
“Turn the other cheek”

8. Crucifixion Jesus was crucified by the Romans
Question #9
Crucifixion
Jesus was crucified by the Romans
They thought that his teachings were a cult
It is believed that Jesus did not defend himself and was willing to die for the sins of humanity
After he was crucified, he rose from the dead on the 3rd day
This event is celebrated as Easter

9. 3 Main Branches Eastern Orthodox Roman Catholic Protestant
Question #10
3 Main Branches
Eastern Orthodox
Roman Catholic
Protestant

10. Roman Catholic
Question #11
The largest branch of the church with over 1 billion followers
The Pope is the leader of the Catholic Church
The bishops and priests of the church are successors of Jesus’ apostles
Priests have more room for interpretation of the Holy Bible
Protestants believe in a very strict interpretation of the Bible
The Catholic Church is the largest non-government provider of education and medical services in the world

11. Question #12
Eastern Orthodox
300 million followers, mostly in Eastern Europe and the Middle East
Roman Catholic and Eastern Orthodox split in 1054 over political reasons at the time in the Byzantine Empire
Known as the East/West schism
The Pope excommunicated (banned) the Eastern church

12. Question #13
Protestant
In 1529, a priest named Martin Luther decided that the Catholic Church was abusing their power and formed a branch “protesting” Catholics authority
Protestants don’t believe in the authority of the Pope
Protestants believe the Bible alone is the source of God’s revelation and teaches people everything needed to achieve salvation
Lutherans, Baptists, Methodists, Presbyterian, Anglican, Pentecostal, etc.

13. Question #14
Compare and Contrast
Now that you have learned about Judaism and Christianity, use a Venn Diagram to list the similarities and differences between the two religions

14. Possible extra credit questions:
-What are some of the main differences between Protestant branches of Christianity?
-Why do Jews and Christians have many similar beliefs?
-What are some minor branches of Christianity?
-Why do Romans believe in Christianity even though they persecuted Jesus Christ?
*You can come up with similar questions and research your answers