Christianity In America

For the last five years or so, I have noticed levels of extreme when it comes to politics, belief systems, and even views of the world in general. Of course it is easy to notice the Trump’s of the world and notice how extreme America has become. However, this country has been known for being a Christian nation, and it should. Though there seems to be a large population that is insisting that it is not, and even attacking the Christian population. So I have to ask: why? The current ‘Late Show’ host (former Colbert Report host) Stephen Colbert said something recently that stayed with me on this topic: “If this is going to be a Christian nation that doesn’t help the poor, either we have to pretend that Jesus was just as selfish as we are, or …show more content…
I know people that have read this quote and jumped to attack the Christian community. I want to put aside the politics of it all in this discussion. Instead, I am interested in examining the critics of Christianity through the lens of this quote. I do not believe that Stephen is attacking Christians. I do think, however, that he is attacking the behavior of our American identity. So, why are non-Christians on the attack all over social media? This quote is significant in looking at why Christianity is/has been criticized. I am asking the question though: Is it Christianity itself, or some other variable? I have read different responses to this post. From one point of view, I have seen that this quote interpreted to criticize the Christian community (perhaps leaders of the church as well) by accusing American Christians of not practicing what they preach/believe in. The non-Christian observer will suggest that Christianity in America is more of an inward approach to the religion. In other words, they are more involved in their own self-righteousness, than helping humanity. Going to church, repenting for their sins, and giving money to the church, is all about their own salvation and not to help others (the