Christianity Faith Basics - What is Christianity?
By Mary Fairchild, About.com Guide
New Christians and Seekers
As a new Christian, do you need help getting established in your walk of faith? Like most new believers, you probably have many questions about God. Perhaps you're not ready to make a decision for Christ, but simply want to know more about Christianity. These resources will help you learn what it means to be a Christ follower, how to become a Christian and the basics of the Christian faith.
- Find Love That Changes Everything
- What is God's Plan of Salvation?
- Why Become a Christian?
- How to Become a Christian
- Basic Christian Beliefs
- Christianity (101)
- Free Christianity Ecourses
- What is Romans Road?
- Common Misconceptions of Christians
- Misconception About Jesus
- How to Find a Church
- Typical Church Service
- Why Go to Church?
- Why Don't You Go to Church?
- What is Baptism?
- Will God Solve My Problems?
- Why Did Jesus Have to Die?
- More Common Questions of New Christians
Spiritual Growth Tools
Are you a brand new follower of Christ, wondering where to start on your journey? These tips and tools cover areas that are vital to building your relationship with Christ. They will help you move forward toward spiritual growth today!
- 4 Essentials to Spiritual Growth
- Build a Relationship with Jesus
- How to Study the Bible
- How to Create a Daily Devotional
- Spending Time With God (eCourse)
- How to Avoid Temptation
- How to Avoid Backsliding
- Biblical Decision Making Steps
- Finding Your Life Purpose
- Spiritual Growth Workshop
Christian Prayers and Verses
Are you facing a particular need or problem in your life? Sometimes we don't know how to ask God for help. First, learn the basics of prayer, then use these prayers and Bible verses to pinpoint specific situations and pray more effectively.
- Basics to Prayer
- How to Pray
- Common Christian Prayers
- Notable Bible Prayers
- New Testament Prayers
- Prayers for Couples
- Prayers for Children
- Family Prayers
- Traditional Mealtime Blessings
- Prayers for All Occasions
- Member Submitted Prayers & Poems
- Prayerful Christian Hymns
- Faith Building Bible Verses
- Inspirational Bible Verses
- Bible Verses About Love
- Courage Bible Verses
- Bible Verses About Wisdom
- Patience Bible Verses
- Bible Verses for Hard Times
- Bible Verses for All Occasions
Denominations and Faith Groups
Explore the many Christian denominations and faith groups, their history and development over the years, and their distinguishing beliefs. This section will constantly be in development as we add new denominations, faith groups and resources.
- History of Christian Denominations
- Facts & Stats of Christianity
- African Methodist Episcopal
- Amish Denomination
- Anglican Denomination
- Assemblies of God
- Baptist Denomination
- Christian Science
- Eastern Orthodox
- Foursquare Gospel Church
- Jehovah's Witnesses
- Lutheran Denomination
- Messianic Jewish Movement
- Methodist Denomination
- Presbyterian Denomination
- Quakers Denomination
- Roman Catholicism
- Seventh-day Adventists
- Unitarian Universalism
- More Denominations & Faith Groups
Christian Doctrines and Creeds
Compare and explore prominent Christian doctrines and creeds, as well as some of the lesser known dogmas that are useful in distinguishing the beliefs of different Christian denominations.
- Basic Christian Beliefs
- The Apostles' Creed
- The Nicene Creed
- The Athanasian Creed
- What is Sin?
- What is Salvation?
- Baptism in the Holy Spirit
- Blasphemy Against the Holy Spirit
- Calvinism & Arminianism
- What is the Great Commission?
- What is Eschatology?
- Doctrines & Misconceptions About Mary
- What is the Rapture?
- The Rapture & the Second Coming
- What is Soul Sleep?
- What is Speaking in Tongues?
- What is the Tribulation?
- What is the Trinity?
Christian Symbols and Pictures
Find pictures and descriptions of the most easily recognized Christian symbols. Also choose from a selection of free inspirational desktop wallpapers with Bible verses, or view beautiful Christian tours and Christian vacation pictures.