Religious beliefs, values and teachings (Christianity): Practice Questions

According to the 9RS0 Christianity syllabus, which key concept is identified as the 'principal Christian value' and serves as the foundation for all other values and qualities?

Regarding the diversity of practice in the Eucharist, which term refers to the theological concept that the bread and wine remain as they are but take on a new significance or meaning, as opposed to transubstantiation?

In the study of the Trinity within modern theology, which scholar's ideas are specifically highlighted alongside those of Karl Barth in the Edexcel Religious Studies specification?

In the study of the nature and role of Jesus within the Reformation context, which pair of scholars is specifically identified for their views on salvation, justification by grace, and the roles of Jesus as Mediator, Prophet, Priest, and King?

In the context of the nature of the Church, which scholar is specifically associated with the study of the nature of the Church and is often contrasted with the views of Martin Luther in the 9RS0 syllabus?

According to the teachings of Cyprian of Carthage and the syllabus content on the nature of the Church, what are the four key concepts that define the nature of the Church?

In the context of modern views on the nature and role of Jesus, briefly explain the contrasting perspectives of J. Moltmann and T. Weinandy regarding the concept of divine impassibility.

Part (a): Explain the concept of ex nihilo creation and how it shapes the Christian understanding of God's nature and the goodness of creation. (3 points)

Part (b): With reference to the ideas of Augustine and M. Buber, discuss the implications of viewing God as 'personal' for a Christian's understanding of their own self and purpose in life. (2 points)

Examine the development of the nature and role of Jesus through historical and modern lenses by answering the following:

Part (a): How did the Early Church resolve the challenge of the Arian heresy through the Chalcedonian definition regarding the two natures of Jesus? (3 points)

Part (b): Evaluate the 20th-century theological debate regarding divine impassibility, specifically comparing J. Moltmann's view of a suffering God with T. Weinandy's defense of traditional impassibility. (4 points)