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WHAT IS THE BASIS OR SOURCE OR FOUNDATION OF CHRISTIAN ETHICS?

The basis or sources of Christian ethics are:

The Bible and teachings of Jesus Christ: The Bible, particularly the Old and New Testaments, serves as a fundamental source of moral guidance for Christians. It contains commandments, teachings, parables, and narratives that provide principles for ethical living. Jesus Christ's teachings, as recorded in the Gospels, emphasize love, compassion, forgiveness, and the pursuit of righteousness.
Human reason and experience: Christians are encouraged to use their reasoning abilities and life experiences to make ethical decisions. They are called to engage their minds, critically analyze situations, and apply moral principles in light of their understanding of God's will.
Natural law: Natural law refers to the inherent moral order and principles governing human behavior that can be discerned through rational reflection on human nature. Christians believe that God has created a moral framework within the nature of humanity, and by understanding this natural law, they can determine what is morally right or wrong.
The Christian community - the church: The Christian community, represented by the church, plays a significant role in providing guidance and support in ethical matters. Church teachings, doctrines, and traditions contribute to the formation of ethical principles and standards within the Christian community.
Situation ethics: Situation ethics involves considering the unique circumstances of a particular situation and making ethical decisions based on the principles of love, justice, and compassion. Christians may evaluate the moral implications of a situation and make choices that align with the greater good and reflect Christ-like values.
Authoritative Christian literature: Various Christian writings, including theological works, commentaries, and ethical treatises, provide additional insights and guidance on ethical issues. These writings are often based on the Bible and offer interpretations and applications of Christian ethics in specific contexts.
God's revelation: Christians believe that God reveals Himself to individuals and the community through various means, such as prophets, natural events, dreams, visions, and spiritual discernment. God's revelation provides additional insights and guidance for ethical decision-making, always in harmony with the principles revealed in the Bible.

These sources collectively form the foundation of Christian ethics, guiding believers in their moral reasoning, decision-making, and conduct in accordance with their faith.

Causes of domestic violence among Christians families

Causes of domestic violence among Christians families

Unfaithfulness
Poverty .financial constraint
Difference in education level
Denominations/issues of faith
Different biblical teachings/interpretation
Child upbringing
Lack of faith in God
Issues of employment /work
Lack of guidance and counseling
Denial of conjugal rights/dissatisfactions
Affect of mass media/foreign culture

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Six source from which Christians draw ethical judgment

Six source from which Christians draw ethical judgment

The bible/sacred scripture
Conscience
Faith in God
Church community/church law
Teachings of Jesus Christ
Church ritualse.g marriage and baptism
Use of compatible African values
State laws /secular laws
human experience
Natural law
Situation ethics

INTRODUCTION TO CHRISTIAN RELIGIOUS EDUCATION PAPER 1 QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

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INTRODUCTION TO CHRISTIAN RELIGIOUS EDUCATION PAPER 1 QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

01.

Explain the different ways in which Christians in Kenya use the bible to spread the Good news.

Reading the bible to others
It is used for instructing new converts
Preaching from the bible
Used as a textbook in Christians Religious Education in school and colleges
Used as a basis reference book in general search for knowledge
Christian hymns are derived from the bible e.g. psalms, magnificat, benedicts etc
Used in taking oaths

02.

Give the consequences of sin according to Genesis 3:11

Alienation from God/ separation from God
Pain and sufferings/ hardships
Broken relationship among human beings
Shame. Embarrassment
Mistrust/ enmity among people
Death
Irresponsibility
Punishment from God
Pride and arrogance e.g. tower of Babel
Leads to being cursed e.g. Cain
The ground was cursed on account of man

03.

What are teachings of the Genesis stories of creation?

God is the creator of the universe
God sustains the universe
Everything that God made is good
God is a God of order
Human beings were created in the image of God and likeness of God
Human beings should observe the Sabbath
Human beings were put in charge of God’s creation
Human beings should procreate
Human beings should worship God only
God is a God of power
God is a true God
Plants/ animals/ sunshine and rains were made for the benefit of human beings
God ordained work/ man was commanded to work
The woman was created to be a helper and companion of man
Man and woman were complimentary to each other and neither is subordinate to another
Marriage is ordained by God

04.

Give five reasons why reading the bible is important to Christians.

It provides moral and spiritual guidance
Helps them to discover the will of God
Reading the bible is an aspect of Christian worship
The bible is the basis Christian doctrines and practices
It gives guidance on relationship among human beings
It is the word of God
Christians come to discover who they are
It is a source of consolation to Christians
Source of inspiration
Source of knowledge
Helps in spiritual development and maturity
Helps them understand the universe and their relationship to it.
Helps them understand the meaning of their lives and relationship to God and to one another.

05.

Explain the different ways in which Christians in Kenya use the bible to spread the good news.

Reading the bible to others
It is used for instructing new converts
Preaching/ teaching from the bible
Used as a textbook in C.R.E in school and colleges
Used as a basic reference book in search for knowledge
Christian hymns are derived from the bible e.g. psalms, magnificat, benedictus etc.
Distribute bibles to individuals/ institutions making them available for all to read
Translation of the bible to vernacular so that people can read/ understand it and their own language
Used in taking oath
Christians literature quotes the bible

06.

Identify five responsibilities given to human beings by God in the Genesis stories of creation

To rule over the rest of creation/ to care/ conserve the environment
To be in charge of the fish. The birds and all the animals/ over God’s creation
To cultivate the garden and guard it
To eat from the fruit of garden
To name the animals
To obey God’s Commands
To get married

07.

State the responsibilities given to human beings in Genesis Chapter 1 and 2.

To fill the garden and to guard it
To multiply
To fill the earth
To subdue the earth
To eat the fruits in the garden
To preserve the environment
To Obey God’s commands
To worship God the creator of life
To care for the rest of the creation

08.

Outline the lessons that Christians learn about work from the Genesis stories of creation.

Work is ordained by God
God is a worker
All work is important
Work should be part of Christian’s life
God expects human beings to work
Rest is important in work
Work should be orderly
Work should be done diligently

09.

How can Christians care for God’s creation today?

They should treat the rest of the creation with respect
Christians should conserve and preserve the environment
Christians can care for God’s creation like wild animals by establishing game reserves and game parks for them
Christians can contribute to scientific discovery of medicine for various diseases by giving monetary donations to relevant institutions
Christians can care for God’s creation by opposing deforestation and helping to control soil erosion

10.

Give reasons why Christians read the Bible.

It provides moral and spiritual guidance
Helps them to discover the will of God
Reading the bible is an aspect of Christian worship
The bible is the basis Christian doctrines and practices
It gives guidance on relationship among human beings
It is the word of God
Christians come to discover who they are
It is a source of consolation to Christians
Source of inspiration
Source of knowledge
Helps in spiritual development and maturity
Helps them understand the universe and their relationship to it.
Helps them understand the meaning of their lives and relationship to God and to one another.

11.

With reference to the Genesis stories of creation in Chapter 1 and 2 outline the attributes of God.

God is the creator
God is loving- he provided man with a helper
God is powerful
He is the provider
God values his relationship with man
God is holy
God is orderly and organized
God is omnipresent
God is moral
God is perfect/ good
He made the Sabbath man’s resting day

12.

What are the consequences of breaking taboos in traditional African Communities?

Barrenness
Epidermis
Illness
Poverty
Madness
Drought
Physically and mentally handicapped children
Rebellious children
Unstable families
Environmental disasters
Wars

13.

Outline the differences in the two accounts of creation in Genesis 1 and 2. (10 mks)

The creation order of everything is mentioned in the first account but no order is given in the second account
Male and female are created at the same time in the image of God in the first account while in the second account man is made from dust and the woman from the n man’s rib
In the first account creation is out of nothing but in the second account man is made out of dust of the ground as the plants are made to grow out of a garden
In the first account human beings are created last while in the second account they are created first
In the first account God gives names to what he orders to be while in the second account man is made to give names to all that God created.
In the first account human beings are to subdues the earth while in the second account God confines them in the Garden of Eden
In the first account creation is completed in six days while in the second there are no number of days gives.
God rested on the seventh day in the first account but there is no day of rest in the second account
In the first account there is no forbidden tree while in the second account there is
In the first account the spirit of God was moving over the face of the waters while in the second account the spirit of God is not mentioned
In the first account God appreciated everything as good while in the second account he said that is not good for man to be alone
In the first account God creates in unity with the spirit while in the second account he was along
In the first account God created human beings for procreation while in the second account they were created for companionship.

14.

From the story of the fall of human beings in Genesis chapter 3, state the effects of sin. (6 mks)

Both Adam and Eve realized they were naked
They became ashamed
They hid from God/ Feared to face God
They started blaming each other
The serpent was cursed
Enemity between the serpent and human beings developed
The woman was to experience pain in child – bearing
The man was made to rule over the woman
The man was to toil/ sweat in or order to eat
The ground was made to produce weeds and thorns
Death was introduced in their lives
They were chased/ banished from the garden of Eden

16.

Identify any four causes of evil in Kenya today. (4mks)

Poverty/ affluence/ wealth
Corruption/ greed/ selfishness/ lust/ desire
Disobedience/ rebellion
Inability to forgive others
Influence from media/ foreign culture
Wrong choices/ lack of vision/ peer pressure
Unemployment
Permissiveness/ too much freedom
Influence of drug and substance abuse
Poor role models
Lack of guidance and counseling/ poor upbringing

17.

Give reasons why the Bible is referred to as a library (5mks)

It has many books
It was written at different times
It is written in many styles
It is written by different authors/ people
It is written in different purposes/ messages levels
It is written over a long period/ span of times
It is divided into two main parts/ old testament and new testament
It is composed of various sections

18.

Outline five effects of the translation of the Bible into local Languages. (10mks)

Many people are able to read the word of God/ improved and literacy of the people
It led to development of African/ local languages
It made evangelization easier/ growth of church
It led to the development of African independent churches
Many Africans got converted into Christianity
Missionaries were able learn African languages thus making Christianity spread faster
Development of printing press/ church bookshops
It created job opportunities
Africans demanded for leadership community development which contributed to expansion of the church
It created more room for further research into African religious heritage/ beliefs

19.

State five ways through which the church is spreading the word of God in Kenya. (5mks)

By use of electronic media
By providing bibles through Publishing/ Christian literature/ magazines
By carrying outreach campaigns/ door to door witness
Organizing youth Camp/ seminars/ retreats
Helping the need/ building homes for the aged
Supporting the teaching of Christian religious Education
By encouraging members to visit the sick/ provision of medical care
By preaching the word/ holding crusades
By sending out missionaries/ financing them
By organizing choirs/ singing groups

20.

Identify the books referred to as the Apocrypha.

1 and 2 maccabees
Baruch
Judith
Tabit
The book of wisdom
Ecclesiastics

21.

Explain the effects of the bible translation into African languages in Kenya

It enlightened the Africans
It led to more acceptance of the Gospel as the Africans were able to follow the scriptures better
It led to emergence of more churches
It increased the desire for formal Education
Christianity spread faster as more Africans were able to read the bible
There was greater understanding between the missionaries and the Africans
Christianity became a more active religion
It increased African participation in Christianity
The Africans were able to read and understand the inner meanings of doctrines of Christianity
It led to the establishment of the independent churches and school
It led to the establishment of bible societies.
It increased the demand of bible societies
It increased to demand for more bibles leading to the establishment of local printing presses.

22.

State the various occasions during which the bible is used in Kenya.

During church services
For swearing in courts
When swearing in holders of public office
As a reference book in religious studies
During ceremonies such as weddings and funerals
During crusades

23.

Explain the problems Christians face in the work of evangelization.

Financial problems
Communication problems
Communication problems ( language barrier)
Hostility e.g. from hostile tribes
Harsh climatic conditions
Transportation problems in remote areas
Rejection
Poor accommodation facilities in some areas
People might expect too much from them
Lack of co-operation from church leaders
Temptations from worldly pleasures

24.

Identify the literacy forms used in the bible

Poetic
Wise saying
Prose and narratives
Letters
Prayers
Legal expressions
Songs
Prophetic speeches
Gospels
Philosophical essays

25.

State the Biblical causes of sin.

Sin was caused by Satan or the devil
Sin was brought by lack of satisfaction with self or jealously
Lack of trust in God led to sin
Anger led to sin as in the case of Cain
Desire by man to be equal to God led to sin
Misuse of freedom led to sin as in the case of Adam and Eve
Selfishness led to sin, Cain killed Abel because he only thought of himself

26.

Why is it important for Christians to obey god?

Obedience to God brings blessings
Christians obey God to avoid being punished
In order to have a good relationship with God
He alone is God and he alone should be obeyed and worshipped
God expects them to do so
In order to live in harmony with others

27.

State ways in which Christians use the print media to spread the gospel

Christian literature/ magazines are printed and read throughout
The C.R.E textbooks are used in teaching gospel message throughout the world
Christians advertise Christians issues in magazines, newspapers etc
Pamphlets and newsletters containing Christians messages are printed and circulated for people to read
Christians messages are illustrated using the bible atlas
Christians terminologies are explained in the bible dictionary for easier understanding
Displaying posters with Christians messages
Imprinting Christian’s messages in various objects to be read widely.

28.

What makes man the most important of all that was created by God?

He was created in the image and likeness of God
Man received God’s breath
Man was given responsibility over the rest of God’s creation
Man was given ability to communicate with God
Man was created last after everything was created for his use
Man has a conscience to differentiate right from wrong

29.

State the problems faced by Bible authors.

Materials not available
Not printing machines
Libraries were not established
Occasionally the writings were destroyed e.g. Jeremiah 36 had to be written again
Lack of transport and communication facilities
It took a long time to complete
Source of information was a problem

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Explain the different ways in which Christians in Kenya use the bible to spread the Good news.

Give the consequences of sin according to Genesis 3:11

What are teachings of the Genesis stories of creation?

Give five reasons why reading the bible is important to Christians.

Explain the different ways in which Christians in Kenya use the bible to spread the good news.

Identify five responsibilities given to human beings by God in the Genesis stories of creation

State the responsibilities given to human beings in Genesis Chapter 1 and 2.

Outline the lessons that Christians learn about work from the Genesis stories of creation.

How can Christians care for God’s creation today?

Give reasons why Christians read the Bible.

With reference to the Genesis stories of creation in Chapter 1 and 2 outline the attributes of God.

What are the consequences of breaking taboos in traditional African Communities?

Outline the differences in the two accounts of creation in Genesis 1 and 2. (10 mks)

From the story of the fall of human beings in Genesis chapter 3, state the effects of sin. (6 mks)

Identify any four causes of evil in Kenya today. (4mks)

Give reasons why the Bible is referred to as a library (5mks)

Outline five effects of the translation of the Bible into local Languages. (10mks)

State five ways through which the church is spreading the word of God in Kenya. (5mks)

Identify the books referred to as the Apocrypha.

Explain the effects of the bible translation into African languages in Kenya

State the various occasions during which the bible is used in Kenya.

Explain the problems Christians face in the work of evangelization.

Identify the literacy forms used in the bible

State the Biblical causes of sin.

Why is it important for Christians to obey god?

State ways in which Christians use the print media to spread the gospel

What makes man the most important of all that was created by God?

State the problems faced by Bible authors.

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