Christian Persecution
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Christian Persecution
Crystal Amos
CSTU101_D05_202340
Professor Sandra Rawls
November 23
rd
, 2023
Rome was a military powerhouse, but it lacked a proper value system for its people to
live by. This weakness was challenged by the rising religion of Christianity, which offered an
infinite God and a moral code. Despite the acceptance of other religions, Christianity was not
tolerated as it worshiped only Christ and not Caesar. “When one because Christian, it meant they
stood opposed not only to other religions, but the entire culture built on those religions.”
(Schaeffer, n.d.) Christians often were killed while citizens observed in response to their
religious affiliation.
Today, Christians are often still persecuted. There are many examples of this, however
one that is quite recent occurred in 2020 during the pandemic. Churches were forced to close
their doors while casinos and strip clubs were allowed to remain open. Another example of
recent persecution would be the IRS targeting Christian non-profit organizations. (Wolfe, 2022)
Often, persecution against Christians occurs in our day-to-day lives. Slander and mocking are
common. While this persecution does not result in death, lives are often threatened. It is easy to
see how we are often belittled and misunderstood.
References:
Schaeffer, F. (Director).
How Should We Then Live? Episode 1
[Film].
Wolfe, W. (2022).
Yes, Christians are Being Persecuted in America. Here's How We Can
Respond
. Christian Post. https://www.christianpost.com/voices/yes-christians-are-being-
persecuted-in-america.html
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