Religion and Society

From my observations, Christianity is seen in society today often as a supplement. Somewhat of a crutch that is available for those who 'need' it, but easily enough pushed aside for the mainstream. But I offer a different approach. I say that modern society is based on Christianity.

I begin this reasoning by saying that society is built on the family. In a family there is a bond between all members, that in ideal circumstances, promotes the greater good for all of them. Food, shelter, and clothing is provided for all members as well as love and console for one another. Society in turn acts so that the great family, all humans, can have all the aforementioned necessities. To be civilized is to work together, one family with another, to come to provide what each other needs.

Furthermore, the family is based on Christianity. There is husband and one wife - representative of Christ and his bride the Church. Mother and Father who work together to provide for its children. The Father who offers himself physically to provide for the family, and the mother who offers protection and guidance. Because of these links, I believe that modern society is based on Christian beliefs.

But what does this relationship mean? Christianity is about society and living together just as much as it is about personal salvation. Faith, in turn, is not a private matter. It is a communal matter! We serve God in life as a family. The Gospel is full of this message but it has somewhat become lost in our times. What can we do about it though? In America we have the privilege of voting for our leaders. I personally do not advocate one party or another because I believe that both have faults and a political party does not determine beliefs.

I leave you with no other insight other than this: We are responsible for each others actions in this life. Help preserve the sanctity of human life that we may all come to understand the glory of God, in whose image we are created.