The Christian Faith

There are many religions around the world, and each religion focuses and practices its own beliefs and traditions independently from other. One of the religions in the world that has many followers is that of Christianity. There are many Christians from across the globe. Christianity is probably has the most number of followers.

Christianity believes that Jesus Christ is the only begotten son of God, was crucified, died and was buried. It also believes in the idea of resurrection and an everlasting life after death. The following are some of the major distinct beliefs of Christianity:

1. Christianity believes that Jesus Christ is the prophet/messiah and the son of God.  Mary was the chosen one to bear Jesus Christ and become his mother.  Accordingly, Jesus Christ was sent by God to save mankind from sin.
2. Christianity believes in death and resurrection. It also holds to the idea of an eternal life after death.
3. In Christianity, it is being taught that humans can be saved from sins through repentance and confession
4. One main focal points of Christian faith is the Holy Trinity. The Holy Trinity comprises the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Accordingly, the three are the One.
5. Christianity give great importance to the Crucifix because it manifests the death of Jesus Christ and his sacrifices just to save mankind from their sins.
6. Christianity believes in the Seven Sacraments – Baptism, Confirmation, Annointing of the Sick, Confession, Holy Orders, Eucharist, and Matrimony.
7. Holy Week is an important practice of Christian faith. These are the days wherein Jesus Christ sacrificed and died for the world. It symbolizes the death and resurrection of Jesus. Also, Christmas Day is an important day among Christians because it is the day that Jesus was born.

Abovementioned beliefs are just few of the thousands of practices of Christianity.  There are still many of which that show worship and praise to God Almighty. Christianity might be subdivided into various religions – Catholic, Protestants, Baptist, etc. – but what is important here is that Christians worship one God.  Most importantly, it is the faith and belief in the goodness and mercifulness of Almighty God that is very essential.