Friday, April 29, 2005
An Attempt to Hijack Christianity
Since I just posted a recommendation on Jim Wallis' God's Politics, here's an editorial on the topic as it relates to the current controversy over judicial nominees in the U.S.
Jesus did not intend to establish a new religion, Christianity. Instead he showed us a new way to approach God and others. Unfortunately, however, his simple message was quickly institutionalized. Despite its many adherents, the Christian religion has lost its way and is viewed negatively by much of the world because of its history and current distortions. In the spirit of Jesus' message, it's time for religion (especially Christianity) to die, and for the resurrection of new faith and life.