2007-03-15 07:49:22 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Other - Society & Culture
I don't necessarily believe that religion is dying. Christianity for example, people would rather ignore certain things that the Bible speaks of rather than follow it like they should. Our grandparents generation wouldn't have entertained the notion of gay marriage or homosexuality period. Now we have those in our generation who claims that homosexuality is an alright thing when the Bible clearly states that it is wrong and these people claim to be Christians. You have Christians now who question the Bible and its teachings. Our parents and their parents wouldn't have done such a thing, because the Bible is the foundation of Christianity. I feel that this kind of thing will only get worse several generations down the line.
2007-03-15 08:27:13 · answer #1 · answered by Knowledge 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Which religion is being referred to ? This question is kind of a generalization...Neo-Paganism, Wiccan, Eastern,and New Age religions are all showing marked interest, and are well financed nowadays. Whereas, Christianity is showing marked decline..Why ?
Its present form is obsolete, outmoded, and outdated. It needs to get back to its original roots to find vibrancy again...that means "systemized" Christianity needs to go...After all, Systemic Christianity is totally entwined with the State, being subsidized by it, and is nothing but a rubber stamp to its political policies. So-called Christian leaders have endorsed "war" in every generation supporting the imperialism of the State....yet Jesus condemned it.
2007-03-15 08:03:10 · answer #2 · answered by spick5a 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
For western theologians, philosophers, and academicians, it has been dead these last 250 years. Popular books by the likes of Richard Dawkins, Sam Harris, Daniel Dennett, and other evangelical atheists have sold lots of copies in recent years. These particular individuals possess a strong bias toward materialistic ideals. Individuals who have love for others besides their own wealth and reputations shall always be drawn to the Lord by faith if not by religion.
2007-03-15 08:02:03 · answer #3 · answered by Pat W 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I hope so.
It doesn't seem to do anything positive in the U.S. except lead to divisive conflicts and expensive lawsuits, as the religious fanatics spend ridiculous amounts of money, time, and effort trying to push their religious agendas on others. I've seen religion used as a justification for bigotry, cruelty, and emotional abuse more times than I can count, and I can't wait until such a destructive force is negated in our society.
2007-03-15 08:11:17 · answer #4 · answered by Guernica 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I hope so. But New Age spirituality is growing. Also many Americans are turning to eastern mysticism..
2007-03-15 08:00:33 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some are. But there are many which are actually growing quite a bit. Mormons are one that I know of for sure, as well I'm sure as many others.
2007-03-15 07:58:41 · answer #6 · answered by Laurel W 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some are, people are stopping believe because they can see how the world is acting even almost everyone says to believe in God...
2007-03-15 08:23:47 · answer #7 · answered by Cobrarette 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
God just called me. He said that he is too busy talking to George Bush, and therefore will not have much time for this matter...
2007-03-15 08:05:40 · answer #8 · answered by Ted 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes. Its a slow process, but humanity will eventually mature if it doesn't destroy itself.
2007-03-15 08:04:15 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not all. mainly christianity.
2007-03-15 07:52:31 · answer #10 · answered by gloriousnina 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋