Christians believe salvation is not achieved through many lifetimes or self-effort, but is a gift, a gift from God received through faith in Jesus Christ who offers eternal life with God, not absorption into a universal spirit.

Atheists, atheists believe there is no God or divine being holding that the universe and life can be explained purely through natural causes, reason, and science without the need for a creator. Many atheists see religious belief as a human invention and base their worldview on evidence, logic, and personal experience rather than faith.

Christianity is built on the belief that there is one true living God who created everything, reveals himself personally, and offers humanity purpose, meaning, and eternal life through Jesus Christ.

While atheism rejects the idea of divine authority or ultimate moral accountability, Christianity teaches that true meaning, morality, and hope are found in a relationship with God.

Agnostics. Agnostics believe that the existence of God is unknown or unknowable. They’re not even sure if God exists or not. Some agnostics think that there may be something beyond human understanding, while others believe there is no way to know for certain.

In contrast, Christianity confidently teaches that God not only exists but has clearly revealed Himself through creation, scripture, and especially through Jesus Christ, inviting people into a personal relationship with him.

Across the world, people view God in many different ways. Some see him as a loving father, others see him as a distant judge, a powerful force, or an unsolved mystery.