Jerry Johnston and Richard Dawkins: The Decline of Christianity in America

Did you know there has been a study decline in Christianity in America? In fact, over 20 percent of adults in the United States say they have no religious affiliation. So why exactly is Christianity on the decline in America? Jerry Johnston discusses the topic of religious decline in America with Richard Dawkins, an atheist, who is well known for his criticism of creationism and intelligent design.

When asked by Jerry Johnston, why the decline of Christianity? Richard Dawkins asked “why isn’t it 100%?” and stated he is delighted that it is as high as it is and that it is continuing to climb. As for the reason, Dawkins hopes it is due to books that have been written by authors like him, Christopher Hitchens and others. He also stated that research has shown a correlation between “social deprivation” and religious belief. Like in countries such as Sweden, where there is social welfare people tend to “lose” their religion.

Do you agree with Richard Dawkins? Why do you think there is a decline in Christianity in America? Let us know in the comments. Be sure to also check out upcoming documentary of Jerry Johnston discussing the decline of Christianity and rise of the “Nones”.

Jerry Johnston: The Suicide Epidemic

Did you know that in the United States alone nearly 1,000 teenagers try to commit suicide each day? Dr. Jerry Johnston has spent over 30 years talking to young people about suicide and has heard literally hundreds of stories about kids who have died. As a young child, Jerry Johnston himself had a close call with suicidal thoughts. He developed bleeding ulcers so his family doctor prescribed valium and sleeping pills. After about ten weeks, in a drug induced depression he decided to kill himself. Jerry called his father, who raced home from work to intervene and help save his life and set him on a journey that would turn suicide education into a life focus.

Did you know suicide rates have been going up? Overall eight percent of high school students

said that they had made a suicide attempt in the past 12 months. Almost sixteen percent of high school students say that they had seriously considered suicide in the past 12 months.

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