Christianity is a religion based on the teachings of Jesus Christ and the worship of one God who exists in three forms. This trio is known as the Holy Trinity and is made up of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. The Father, God, is the creator and the lord. The Son, Jesus Christ, is the savior and messiah. The Holy Spirit is the one who directs people and shows them the difference between right and wrong. Say no to plagiarism. Get a tailor-made essay on "Why Violent Video Games Shouldn't Be Banned"? Get an original essay Jesus Christ was born to a virgin named Mary around 1 BC He lived a sinless life, teaching God's love and forgiveness. He taught peace, love, mercy, and repentance. He also performed many miracles to demonstrate God's power, including healing the sick and feeding 5,000 people with five loaves and two fish. Jesus made many friends in his day, including the twelve disciples or apostles. However, he also made many enemies of the Roman soldiers, who feared his power and questioned his authority. These Roman soldiers convinced Judas, one of Jesus' disciples, to hand Jesus over for thirty pieces of silver. Judas handed Jesus over to the Romans, and Jesus left peacefully and willingly. The Romans crucified him, that is, nailed him to a cross with his hands and feet. While Jesus hung there, He took upon Him all the sin of the world, present, past, and future. When he died, he had paid the price for our sins. But the story doesn't end here. Three days later, Jesus rose from the dead, in true flesh and blood form. He appeared to his disciples saying, “Peace!” At first they thought he was a ghost, but Jesus invited them to touch his hands and see where the nails had been. He also ate fish in front of them, convincing them it was real. (Ghosts don't eat) He ascended to heaven later and is still there today. One day he will return to Earth. When Jesus died and was resurrected, he fulfilled all the prophecies of the ancient scriptures (holy writings) that foretold a Messiah, or savior, who would give people a chance at Heaven. A person becomes a Christian by placing their trust in Jesus Christ, admitting their sins, and asking for forgiveness. They believe in their hearts that Jesus willingly died for their sins and that by placing trust in Him they will be assured of a place in Heaven. Heaven is a place of joy and rewards that awaits Christians after this life. Hell is the place of ruin for unbelievers.