Why do Christians believe and act differently from non-Christians? Christianity is a family, and it’s hard for those outside the family to understand. Outline 1. We are God’s beloved children, therefore the world does not know us 2. Jesus died to defeat the Devil, therefore we do not sin Quotes: For we are not reconciled unto Him except through that love in virtue of which we are also called sons. -St. Augustine, 5th c. The Christian does not think God The post Beloved Children of God first appeared on New Life Church Ithaca.