Christians often share many of the same beliefs. Some Christians agree on certain core beliefs but differ on others. Here are some of the beliefs shared by many Christians: 1. The Bible, both old and new testaments are verbally inspired by God. These writings are the final authority and are supreme. 2. There is one God and he exists in the Trinity. The Trinity is three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. 3. Jesus Christ was begotten by the Holy Spirit and was born of the Virgin Mary. Jesus Christ is true God and true man. 4. We were created in the image of God; we sinned and suffered physical death as well as separation from God. We are born with a sinful nature and sin in thought, word and deed. 5. Jesus died for our sins and if we believe in Him we are saved because of His sacrifice. 6. We believe in the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus and His Ascension into heaven. 7. We believe that Jesus will return to judge the living and the dead. 8. We believe that all who receive Jesus by faith are born again of the Holy Spirit and are the children of God. There are other doctrines and creeds that individual denominations follow. Each church has governing beliefs and certain ways of carrying out their beliefs. Christians may differ in some areas of belief but hold many of the same convictions as truth. It is interesting to compare the teachings of different Christian churches. Not every Christian or every Christian church will agree on every doctrine or teaching. Source: http://www.counselcareconnection.org/ |
