Q24 (c)

Criteria	Marks
Provides a thorough evaluation of how ONE significant person or school of thought, other than Jesus, provides direction for a meaningful life for Christian adherents<br>Uses clear and relevant evidence to support the response<br>Integrates relevant and accurate terminology	7
Provides a sound evaluation of how ONE significant person or school of thought, other than Jesus, provides direction for a meaningful life for Christian adherents<br>Uses relevant evidence to support the response<br>Integrates relevant terminology	5–6
Provides an explanation of how ONE significant person or school of thought, other than Jesus, provides direction for a meaningful life for Christian adherents<br>Uses relevant evidence in the response<br>Uses some terminology	3–4
Outlines how ONE significant person or school of thought, other than Jesus, provides direction for Christian adherents<br>May use evidence and/or terminology	2
Makes general statements about Christianity	1

Answers could include:

• Paul of Tarsus, a pivotal figure in early Christianity, has provided profound direction for Christian adherents, guiding them on a spiritual journey toward a meaningful life. His letters, known as the Epistles, form a significant portion of the New Testament and have shaped Christian theology and practice.
• Paul’s teachings on ‘sola fide’ (Romans 5:1) underscore the belief that salvation is a gift from God, not earned by works, but through faith in Jesus Christ. This key doctrine has been central to Christian identity, providing adherents with clarity on how to attain salvation and live a life pleasing to God.
• Moreover, Paul’s teachings on love (1 Corinthians 13) and his emphasis on the fruits of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22–23) offer Christians practical guidance for moral living, stressing virtues like patience, kindness, and self-control.
• He consistently encouraged the development of a community where believers support one another in love, humility, and mutual respect, exemplified in his teachings on the Body of Christ (1 Corinthians 12), which emphasises unity and cooperation within the Christian community.
• Paul’s missionary work, spreading Christianity across the Roman Empire, further cemented his role in providing direction, offering a clear example of commitment to spreading the Gospel.
• In these ways, Paul’s life and teachings act as a map for Christians navigating their spiritual and moral journeys.