2025 Pearson GCSE In Religious Studies A Paper 3: Area of Study 3 – Philosophy and Ethics Option 3B – Christianity (Verified Question Paper With Mark Scheme Combined, Summer 2025)

2025 Pearson GCSE In Religious Studies A Paper 3: Area of Study 3 – Philosophy and Ethics Option 3B – Christianity (Verified Question Paper With Mark Scheme Combined, Summer 2025) Instructions •Fill in the boxes at the top of this page with your name, centre number •Answer the questions in the spaces provided there may be more space than you need Information •The marks for each question are shown in brackets use this as a guide as to how much time to spend on each question The question labelled with an asterisk (*) is the one where the quality of your written communication will be assessed – you should take particular care on this question with your spelling, punctuation and grammar, as well as the use of specialist terminology. The marks available for spelling, punctuation and grammar are clearly indicated. Advice •Read each question carefully before you start to answer it. •Check your answers if you have time at the end. Answer ALL questions. Write your answers in the spaces provided. Question 1: Arguments for the Existence of God 1(a) Outline three biblical visions. 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(b)Explain two ways revelation can be seen as proof of the existence of God. 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In your answer you must refer to a source of wisdom and authority. 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In your response you must: •refer to Christian teachings •refer to non-religious points of view •reach a justified conclusion. 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