the story of Christianity begins with Jesus He was born about 2000 years ago in Bethlehem a town in the ancient middle eastern region of Judea The teachings of Jesus were popular He won many followers But the Roman rulers of Judea feared Jesus. they thought he wanted to overthrowthier government, and theyaccused him of treason
Jesus was crucified or nailed to a cross to die Crucifixion is how the Romans executed criminals But Jesus followers believed that he came back to life and rose into heaven this event is called the Resurrection The crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus are central to Christianity