Theology Forums Should Shape The Future

By Tracie Knight


The current economic, social and political trends are threatening to change the view that Christianity has given people towards life. There are several questions that people need to ask themselves, such as does the current organization of the society promote equality? Theology forums have a responsibility to shape the world. The current trends leave many to wonder if this is how God wants the society to be organized.

When the politically and economically powerful address people they shape their minds in a way that shapes them to view those that contribute more to production as more important. They make us imagine of a future where power will be vested in the simple elite and the minority in the society will be barely recognized. It makes people visualize a society that is fast expanding with more competition but bigger gap between the rich and the poor.

Religious and theological groups are the only hope that the world has to conquer the future. If nothing is done the minority will be discriminated. Few people will be allowed to participate in decision making and the lest their opinion will not be taken into consideration. The result of this is a society where people have lost the meaning of and human life and dignity is no longer up held.

This vision needs to be countered to save the future. Christianity clearly states we should not allow such divisions in the community but seek to do away with them. It is important we work towards a balance even as we strive to achieve our goals, values and priorities.

The world needs urgent change. Its goals and values should take a new dimension that is qualitative and interpersonal rather than personal. The community should focus more on real needs of the people and their aspirations. We should ensure maintain a good relationship with the environment, God and people we live with.

Most nations are going through a period of change where choices need to be made. A good example is Ireland which embarked on a new journey. The nation needs to look at its history and make important decisions. Considering the opinion of everybody is vital for sustainable development and helps avoid erosion of values and morals.

Ireland gives us a clear picture of the trends that are threatening the future. Despite the economic, social and political progress that has been witnessed in Ireland for the last few decades there is still social inequality that exists which is the major cause of poverty. Despite the fact that unemployment has greatly reduced, the divisions in the society have widened further. The gap between the rich and the poor in the society has become wider.

Working towards progress and achievement of goals without considering values that should be maintained can lead to adverse problems. Religious groups should ensure that the morals and values of the community are maintained even as people struggle for a better future. Where all groups and people are not allowed to contribute in decision making there is a high probability injustice may arise.




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