It cannot be denied that the number of religious fundamentalists throughout the world has recently increased. Christians are specifically bothered by the increasing number of Islamic fundamentalists which has caused conflicts between civilizations and religions. This unhealthy trend has created a lot of anxiety and fear throughout the world.
Majority of the followers of any religion are peace loving and liberal. The sad thing is that they are bothered by those who resort to Catholic fundamentalism. The reason behind this is that fundamentalists have taken control of the religion for remote reasons far from their moral beliefs.
This trend is also intended to be practiced in the church where they attend. As time goes by, many churches including publications are taken over by the fundamentalists. Catholics are pretty rational especially regarding their faith, practice and thought. Nevertheless, editors of publications including bulletins and clergy do not take their views into consideration. Sometimes, their proposals are frequently dismissed because it is expected to influence others in a negative way.
Average people of today are under overwhelming pressure to cope with all the issues in daily living. Christ may no longer seem to be relevant in their lives amidst all the challenges and issues. The church may end up isolating these people who are looking for ways to make Christ the center of their everyday lives if a more fundamental stand is adopted.
Short term solace may be provided by religious rituals especially to those who are overly stressed and burdened individuals. Still, most of them resort to religious rituals to run away from the problems of their daily lives. Based on the Bible teachings, the word of God is intended to inspire and strengthen individuals to deal with every issue rather than escaping from it.
One excellent tool that churches should use are publications. These can help people know more about Christ. It must be open not only to criticisms, but suggestions at the same time even if it is controversial. Christians are currently facing a lot of issues and these should be debated intellectually.
The liberal views of its members should not be suppressed especially those really working hard to bring Christ into the hearts of their fellow men and into their own. Fundamentalists claim to be experts when it comes to the laws of the church. What they should remember is that Christ belongs to everyone, not just a few chosen ones, but including the sinners.
Aside from being dynamic, the church should change with time to be with average people similar to what Christ did. It should not isolate itself with old fashioned thinking according to the human theology. Its involvement in the moral, physical, socio-economic, spiritual and wholesome human development is important. After all, the point of singing the same old songs is to encourage people to listen and not just merely follow. These are the things that fundamentalists usually do not realize. More and more people are bothered especially when it comes to its effect eventually.
Majority of the followers of any religion are peace loving and liberal. The sad thing is that they are bothered by those who resort to Catholic fundamentalism. The reason behind this is that fundamentalists have taken control of the religion for remote reasons far from their moral beliefs.
This trend is also intended to be practiced in the church where they attend. As time goes by, many churches including publications are taken over by the fundamentalists. Catholics are pretty rational especially regarding their faith, practice and thought. Nevertheless, editors of publications including bulletins and clergy do not take their views into consideration. Sometimes, their proposals are frequently dismissed because it is expected to influence others in a negative way.
Average people of today are under overwhelming pressure to cope with all the issues in daily living. Christ may no longer seem to be relevant in their lives amidst all the challenges and issues. The church may end up isolating these people who are looking for ways to make Christ the center of their everyday lives if a more fundamental stand is adopted.
Short term solace may be provided by religious rituals especially to those who are overly stressed and burdened individuals. Still, most of them resort to religious rituals to run away from the problems of their daily lives. Based on the Bible teachings, the word of God is intended to inspire and strengthen individuals to deal with every issue rather than escaping from it.
One excellent tool that churches should use are publications. These can help people know more about Christ. It must be open not only to criticisms, but suggestions at the same time even if it is controversial. Christians are currently facing a lot of issues and these should be debated intellectually.
The liberal views of its members should not be suppressed especially those really working hard to bring Christ into the hearts of their fellow men and into their own. Fundamentalists claim to be experts when it comes to the laws of the church. What they should remember is that Christ belongs to everyone, not just a few chosen ones, but including the sinners.
Aside from being dynamic, the church should change with time to be with average people similar to what Christ did. It should not isolate itself with old fashioned thinking according to the human theology. Its involvement in the moral, physical, socio-economic, spiritual and wholesome human development is important. After all, the point of singing the same old songs is to encourage people to listen and not just merely follow. These are the things that fundamentalists usually do not realize. More and more people are bothered especially when it comes to its effect eventually.
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