China must think we're mad to allow it, because they certainly don't. All religions in China have to affirm the Chinese Communist Party and the Government under Pres. Xi. Freedom of thought/conscience is not valued. Conformity is valued. Obedience to state is demanded.
Heavy-handed government coercion is their concept of a good society. The American concept is free debate & discourse . . with a Christian emphasis on personal virtue, conscience, and personal responsibility.
But will that continue into America's future? Not if Christianity continues to lose its influence.
Have a good weekend as you get ready for Christmas. Here is a Catholic believer's take on that (Advent).
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