There is no group or individual that prevents the United States from being a 'Christian' nation. What prevents American from being that so long loved name, is the Christians that live here. Being a 'Christian' nation would be a lot easier if the Christians started living like, well, Christians. It is that simple. And, yes, I would have to include myself in that, as well. I actually am guilty of the same thing.
Let's look at only a few things...
When we drive past someone at an intersection asking for a hand out, what do we do? More times that not, we drive by without giving this person a second thought. When we do the thoughts are more like "why don't they just get a job" or "lazy bum." That isn't what we are supposed to do. We are supposed to roll down the window and give the person a few dollars.
For a 'Christian' nation, we sure have a habit of keeping people down. We did manage to end slavery. Finally! However, we seem to have problems with people being different. Whether it be racially, religiously or ethnically, we have that tendency to be fearful. We don't go to certain malls like we used to, or we drive around with the needle on empty to avoid stopping at that store. Why? A Christian should not be fearful and we certainly don't need to look down on anyone for being different. We are all different!
I know that most of you remember the "WWJD? bracelets. That fad didn't last more than a couple of years. Actually, that needs to be on the mind of every Christian, including me. Christ gave so much and we shirk when we are asked to give a little. So, if you want to be a 'Christian' nation, you better starting acting like it.
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