WWJD.

In a recent conversation with a Theologian, I stumbled upon the notion of the values that Jesus promoted and wondered how they would fit in modern society. We've all heard the term W.W.J.D. from bracelets to church signage, but the question remains; does modern Christianity abide by that philosophy?

I believe I would be in the majority (of the minority) to say that Christianity today would be somewhat unrecognizable to Jesus. Insofar as from politics to churches themselves, corruption and selfish tendencies creep into the realm of religion more often than not. For example: Katrina destroyed not only lives but also livelihoods as well. Our "Christian" government didn't do near enough to reduce suffering in the aftermath of that horrible situation.

*I will take nothing away from the many churches and organizations that did give to New Orleans, compassion is always a glorious virtue.*

The church today has become a community, in many ways good, but also bad in some cases. I'm sure most do not tithe with the mentality that they are grateful to help pay for their pastor's lease on their shiny new Cadillac. Again, I'm not making the assumption that all churches and pastor's are this way, but you would be lying by saying you didn't know about certain church spending that may be deemed extravagant.

Now for my point. I feel that if Jesus, the same Jesus that taught compassion and humility, were to assess the churches of America today, he would be somewhat ashamed. Therefore, I conclude with the challenge of Christianity. For reasons of sincerity and fundamentalism, I feel that the reduction of suffering and the re-evaluation of morality should be the modern church's primary objective. Modern Christianity should preach to the poor and strive to overcome inequality. I mean hey, what would Jesus do?