Unit Sequence

1. What can we find out about the creation story in Genesis 1? 

2. What might many Christians see as important in Genesis 1? 

3. What relationships do scientists have with religious worldviews? 

4. How and why do some Christians see both science and religion as important? 

5. What are some different Christian views about the relationship between science and religion? 

6. Science and religion: conflicting or complementary? 

Learning Outcomes

• Identify what type of text some Christians say Genesis 1 is, and its purpose. 

• Taking account of the context, suggest what Genesis 1 might mean, and compare their ideas with ways in which Christians interpret it, showing awareness of different interpretations 

• Make clear connections between Genesis 1 and Christian belief about God as Creator. 

• Show understanding of why many Christians find science and faith go together 

• Identify key ideas arising from their study of Genesis 1 and comment on how far these are helpful or inspiring, justifying their responses. 

• Weigh up how far the Genesis 1 creation narrative is in conflict, or is complementary, with a scientific account, giving good reasons for their views 

U2.1 Why do some people believe God exists?  

1. Give two reasons why a Christian believes in God and one why an atheist does not (A3). 

2. Outline clearly a Christian understanding of what God is like, using examples and evidence (A2). 

3. Give examples of ways in which believing in God is valuable in the lives of Christians, and ways in which it can be challenging (B2). 

4. Express thoughtful ideas about the impact of believing or not believing in God on someone’s life (B1). 

5. Present different views on why people believe in God or not, including their own ideas (C1). 

6. Explain how Christians sometimes disagree about what God is like, giving examples of how they interpret texts differently (B3).