Section 32

Weakness

Applied specifically to Christ crucified.

In the midst of vast forces the very existence of Christianity seemed threatened.

Secularism was closely associated with an exaggerated nationalism which for many became a substitute for religion.

Geographically even more extensive than communism was a secularism which was undercutting all religions and making them irrelevant and outmoded.

Strength

The Ecumenical Movement had been the dream of Christians since the very outset of the faith

The world-wide visible organizations bore the Christian name.

Christian institutions continued to be pioneers in the new forms of education.

From the Christian standpoint of greater importance was the direct impress of the gospel upon individuals.