Christianity A Of The Most Popular Religions That Has...

Christianity is one of the most popular religions that has been practiced. This all started about 2,000 years ago in Judea (present-day Israel) with Jesus Christ and his disciples. In the beginning Jesus was a Jew, he went from town to town healing and curing people and soon after these people because his disciples, and he began teaching his disciples about God’s good will and the â€Å"new covenant† God enforced upon Jesus to teach everyone. In the bible there is a verse that says, †For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.† The new covenant was when Jesus risked his own life and pay for the sins of all humanity, by being crucified on the Roman†¦show more content†¦In the Christian life they believe that there is only one God but, God is made up of three people, also known as a trinity. This trinity consist of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. It is believed that God is all powerful, he knows all and is present everywhere. God is the creator of everything that exist and he is infinite and eternal. Although he is a man who forgives everyone for their sins, Jesus was said to be sinless. Some of the many teaching are that Jesus is the only son of God and many prophecies believe that Jesus is coming again soon to revive the time of peace on the earth. The most important rituals are referred to as The Seven Sacraments. These being Baptism, where you are blessed and introduces to the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit with Holy Water. Then it s the Confirmation which signifies the faith and commitment of a person and strengthens someone s relationship with God. Next is the Eucharist is introduced where you receive the â€Å"Lord’s blood and body.† Then its reconciliation where they find God’s unconditional forgiveness. Marriage which represents the loving union of husband and wife. Next is Holy orders or Ordination, where the priest proclaims the Gospel to lead everyone in the right direction. Lastly is anointing the sick which is a ritual of healing physical, mental and spiritual sickness. There are many Christian Holy days that are celebrated some of which are Lent which people give up a