Christianity- Christianity began in the death and resurrection of Jesus, and recognizes that Jesus was the human form of God for restoring God's power and effect in the world from his teachings, healings and for forgiveness of sins. The Christian belief that Jesus was both God and man led to the basic doctrines of 1. Incarnation (God was present in every aspect of Jesus' life). 2. Christology (the two natures of the present and divine are always present in Jesus). 3. The Trinity (God is revealed through the Father, Son and Holy Spirit). 4. Atonement (Jesus' healings and restorations is done for everyone who has faith in God).
The Early Church- The body of Christ in the second century ended up in Roman Catholicism with strong chains of human authority such as a pope, bishop, priests, monks, nuns etc. Other denominations also tried to retain the model of the body of Christ, with equal parts under one head. Christianity began as a small movement but gradually became the religion of the Roman Empire.
Divisions- Christianity has many denominations, since Christians have a hard time agreeing on their faith and practices. The Apostles' Creed and the Nicene Creed appeared as true statements of belief. The main major divisions that appeared were between Eastern and Western and Orthodox Christians, the Orthodox Christians who reject the claims of the Bishop of Rome. Orthodox Christianity is also made up of Russian Churches, while Western Christianity was divided in the Reformation and Reform churches divide into other denominations (Lutheran, Baptist etc.).
Christian Life- The involvement of Christian Churches has led to different ways of worship, through various ways of practice and different orders. Schools have been set up and Churches have become centers for music and art. Christians also celebrate other lives of people besides Jesus through prayer and worship, (basic principles for Christian life). Christians also dedicate themselves to bring education and help the poor in order to heal the world.
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