What is the Incarnation?
Q: What is the Incarnation?
A: The Incarnation is the Christian belief that Jesus Christ is the God of Israel in a human body.
Q: What does "incarnate" mean?
A: Incarnate comes from Latin and means “in the flesh” (in=in, carnis=flesh).
Q: What is the basis for this belief?
A: The incarnation is based on the New Testament of the Holy Bible.
Q: How does John 1:14 describe it?
A: John 1:14 says “And the Word became flesh, and dwelt among us," which describes how Jesus took on a human body and everything that is human while still being both man and God.
Q: Who makes up the Holy Trinity?
A: The Holy Trinity consists of three divine persons - Father God, Son (Jesus) and Holy Spirit.
Q: What are some ways to show God's love through mortal beings?
A: To show God's love through mortal beings, we can follow Jesus' teachings and way of life to become better people, help others in need, find peace and harmony.
Q:What other views have been considered but rejected by mainstream Christian bodies? A:In recent past, another doctrine known as "Oneness" has gained credit amongst Pentecostal groups but has been rejected by other Christians.
