After reflecting on this week's video, "Moralistic Therapeutic Deism," I'm certain it is an
accurate portrayal of today's culture, not only the youth. The MTD concept initially appeared in a
book authored by Christian Smith and Denton in 2005 that explored the worldview and religion
of youths in the United States. According to the research, the concept of MTD is the primary
religion among teenagers in the United States; nevertheless, writers argue that these conceptions
are not teenage religions, but rather a reflection of what is significant in one's life. They also
explore "deism" as a notion, which argues that God is sometimes absent and not always present
in daily life. According to the writers, this thought may pervade our thinking at many levels,
potentially leading to a lack of interest in God's participation in numerous facets of our existence.
An instance of MTD is the way we desire to live at times, believing in a God who is omitted in
most aspects of our lives, just searching for Him in times of difficulty because we perceive the
lord as the creator of the universe, but after creation, stepped back with the misbelief that just
wants us to be good, not hurt anyone and live a happy life, but forgetting the most important part,
which is the Christianity foundation, the Bible clearly states, “
and observe what the LORD your
God requires: Walk in obedience to him, and keep his decrees and commands, his laws, and
regulations, as written in the Law of Moses. Do this so that you may prosper in all you do and
wherever you go.” (NIV, 1 Kings, 2:3).
Holy Bible
, New International Version, NIV (2011). Published by Biblica, Inc.
1 Kings 2 NIV (biblehub.com)
Watch: Moralistic Therapeutic Deism: TH
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