Christianity underpins the
foundation of Western society. Recent Teleios research has shown that individuals
in societies embracing biblical values have better wellbeing than those in non-Christian
nations and are characterized by other positive measures within the economic,
legal, security, health, and educational realms that might serve as markers of
personal happiness. Nonetheless, some deny the historical and current benefits
of Christianity.
Teleios conducted a
survey regarding the benefits of Christian society on an Instagram account
frequented by Christian adolescents and millennials. There were 565 responses.
The majority of responders were: female (78%), < 35 years (67%), primarily
from the United States (60%) or Europe (13%) and primarily evangelical (88%).
A slight plurality (46%) believed they were living in a Christian versus secular based society (45%). Respondents noted advantages to living in a Christian society, compared to any other type of society (41%) and compared specifically to a secular society (18%). Participants indicated the top 3 potential advantages of a Christian society were a stronger moral (82%) and ethical base (71%) as well as greater love among people (75%).
Within the advantages noted of a Christian society in relation to government, the top three responses were: recognizing the primary biblically mandated role of government to keep order in society (60%); maintain individual rights, especially freedom of religion and expression (56%); and reduce corruption (54%).
In contrast, the greatest potential disadvantage of a Christian society was seen as Christians becoming too complacent with power and forgetting the love of Christ (64%). Participants believed most often Christians could help maintain a balance between preserving freedom and avoiding religious despotism by assuring the church and individuals are teaching the word of God (60%).
A slight plurality (46%) believed they were living in a Christian versus secular based society (45%). Respondents noted advantages to living in a Christian society, compared to any other type of society (41%) and compared specifically to a secular society (18%). Participants indicated the top 3 potential advantages of a Christian society were a stronger moral (82%) and ethical base (71%) as well as greater love among people (75%).
Within the advantages noted of a Christian society in relation to government, the top three responses were: recognizing the primary biblically mandated role of government to keep order in society (60%); maintain individual rights, especially freedom of religion and expression (56%); and reduce corruption (54%).
In contrast, the greatest potential disadvantage of a Christian society was seen as Christians becoming too complacent with power and forgetting the love of Christ (64%). Participants believed most often Christians could help maintain a balance between preserving freedom and avoiding religious despotism by assuring the church and individuals are teaching the word of God (60%).
This survey suggests
that young Christians recognize generally the benefits of Christian society. However,
they lack a more complete knowledge of the benefits of biblical principles within
society. This provides an opportunity for Christian teachers and pastors to teach
young people to understand our heritage and scripture’s formative role and impact
upon it.
All the findings of the survey can be found here (https://www.surveymonkey.com/results/SM-QLJP2FJB8/).
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