Christianity

Christianity is a diverse religion with an emphasis on teacher-student, parent- children relationship. The New Testament is composed of many books, a few short and others extensive. In the book of Mark some of the key elements were the beatitudes which stated that those who are meek, merciful, hunger for righteousness, and pure in heart are blessed. Christians shouldn’t murder, commit adultery, divorce or hate their enemies. In the book of Luke uplifts the poor and women. Includes the same beatitudes and includes parables such as the lost sheep which explains how Heaven will rejoice over one sinner’s repentance compared to ninety- nine that don’t need to. The book of Acts deals with spreading the gospel and the rise of the church. The book of John is filled of miracles and spreading the gospel and characterizing Jesus as the “living water.” In the book of Romans Jesus is preaching and performing miracles and the way to salvation is through faith.

In the 21st century Christianity is involved in some aspect. A circuit federal court decreed that the pledge of allegiance should be taken out of the schools because it involved the words “under God,” which opposes the rights of citizens of different religions under the constitution. Some of the commandments are infiltrated into the law such as Thou shall not kill, steal, or bear false witness against thy neighbor. All of these commandments are subjected