Are Jesus’ teachings still relevant?
Do the teachings of Jesus contain all the advice we need for life today?
Yes
No
Even though society may have changed, the meaning of Jesus’ teachings remains the same.
The teachings of Jesus are out of date, society has changed a lot in 2000 years.
Jesus was the Son of God. He came to show us the way to his Father. If we follow his ways then we will enter the Kingdom of God.
Jesus didn’t teach us how to deal with modern problems or issues like abortion and euthanasia.
The key teachings of Jesus are to love God and love your neighbour. There is nothing more important than this.
People also need to follow the teachings and laws of their church and state – these are more relevant.
Yes
Even though society may have changed, the meaning of Jesus’ teachings remains the same.
No
The teachings of Jesus are out of date, society has changed a lot in 2000 years.
Yes
Jesus was the Son of God. He came to show us the way to his Father. If we follow his ways then we will enter the Kingdom of God.
No
Jesus didn’t teach us how to deal with modern problems or issues like abortion and euthanasia.
Yes
The key teachings of Jesus are to love God and love your neighbour. There is nothing more important than this.
No
People also need to follow the teachings and laws of their church and state – these are more relevant.
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