Theology Forums Should Shape The Future

By Tracie Knight


The recent changes in political, social and economic sector are posing a church of eliminating the view that Christianity has given life. The trends require people to rethink about the organization that we have in our societies. It is vital that we know if the lifestyle that the world is changing towards is what God intended. Religious groups and theology forums have a mandate to restore and maintain the morals and view that government and people should have towards life. As we work towards our achievements in life it is necessary that the world maintains the organization that God intended.

Every time the economically and politically powerful address the future. They give the society the mindset that those who contribute more to the production process are more important. They give a future vision where power will be in hands of the simple elite. They visualize a fast expanding production, greater competition and wider gaps between the poor and rich.

Theological groups are the only movements that can save the future. If the trend continues the minority and disadvantaged will no longer be heard. We will have a setting where they are not given an opportunity to be involved in decision making. The end result will be a people who have lost the meaning of life, human dignity is eroded and human rights no longer recognized.

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.

It is dangerous to aim on achieving set goals without noting the values that should be maintained. Religious and theological groups are the only movements that can protect the rights of the minority in the society given the economic competition. Ensuring that all people and groups are involved in decision making is the only way to prevent inequality and injustice.




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