by David Morris

Created on: May 31, 2008

Fundamentalism in Christianity today reflects the Christians of previous times.

The Christian two generations ago trusted and lived his life in accordance with God's

written word. This Christian not only knew, but obeyed God. This Christian represented

a generation that had been groomed in God's light. Though this generation had fallen at

times where all men fall, early on they got it right. Surely if one can recall those who

exist or existed two generations ago, that one will find honor and pride.

To understand God's love for us in His universe, the Christian must understand

that God sent His son to live, die then live forever more. Jesus is our savior from

condemnation under God's law. Jesus is love and the only gateway to eternal life. Under

God's covenant for all who live, Jesus has saved us from death and the grave. The

Christian two generations ago knew that the only way to God was to follow Jesus.

Nicodemus asked "How can a man be born again?" He clearly did not understand. The

Word of God was "born again" with the teachings of Jesus. Today's Christian should

remember to Trust God and follow Jesus.

The fundamental beliefs of yesterday's Christian provided comfort and

knowledge of the Holy Spirit. The Gospels of the New Testament introduce the Holy

Spirit. If one were to ponder upon his conscience, that one will find the Holy Spirit.

Christ intentionally left His spirit on earth as a guide. If one would meditate on the

beauty of His love or the depth to which He cares for human unworthiness, the Holy

Spirit will eventually overwhelm that person.

The Christian two generations ago understood that the wages of sin is death. This

Christian imitated Christ. This resulted in him following God's original law. Christ's

feature commandment instructs human beings to love one another as He loves us.

However Christ urges human beings to keep God's commandments. Previous Christians

rose above the call and excelled in living life for God.

Jesus intercedes for all who live but He plays another critical role. His name

alone weakens evil. Jesus battles satan for us. He protects us. The enemy comes to seek,

kill, and destroy. Jesus is the Shepard to humanity who is sheep like. The enemy

is a wolf. Earlier Christians trusted Christ. They were not easily led astray, manipulated,

and devoured by the wolf.

The fundamentalist ideas of previous times are thoughts that should be repeated

vigorously today. The generations are becoming weaker and wiser. Today's generation

should not allow liberal ideas cause it to find conflict in God's written word. The

accounts are truth. The knowledge is guidance. The serenity is healing. Today's

generation must trust the whole Bible from beginning to end. This would delight the

Lord and Redeemer Jesus Christ whom is Alpha and Omega.

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