The Hierarchy of Life

Christian
Conservatism
Liberalism
Atheism

Forget the classical definitions of the below terms as defined in an encyclopedia or dictionary.
These terms are based on the what is relevant today.
This is the true hierarchy of life.

Christian

The belief that Jesus Christ is the son of God and living your life in accordance with his teachings. The belief that your actions not only have long term consequences in this life- but have eternal consequences in your next life. A belief that the Bible is God's holy word. The ultimate goal of a Christian is not within a secular world, but in the salvation of your soul. A Christian life also incorporates all the values of conservatism.

Conservatism

A belief in traditional values such as God, family, marriage, personal responsibility, education, hard work, patriotism and minimal government. It is having moral values, respect for law and treating all others as you wish to be treated. It is acting with dignity at all times- because character matters. Conservatives live life with a long term perspective and goal in mind. They believe in making sacrifices today for a better future and that individual freedoms are not absolute depending on how they impact others.

Liberalism

The rejection of traditional values such a God, marriage, hard work, education and discipline. It is the non-belief in personal responsibility with a focus on life with a short term view and goals. It is a secular perspective of the world with the mentality of that if it feels good than do it. It is the belief that individual freedoms are more important than how those freedoms may impact others. Liberalism can be summed up this way- you don't have to be responsible to yourself - but those who are - have to be responsible for everyone else.

Atheism

One who disbelieves or denies the existence of God. There is no consequence for immoral actions. It is the attitude to live for now without any consequence of your actions on a spiritual level.

Please note there is no individualism (independent) in the hierarchy. It is because there is no such thing as a true independent. People may classify themselves as independent- however- their beliefs are either conservative or not. Everyone has a belief on higher taxes, abortion, welfare.....

Written by Thomas George
Editor@Preach-the-Gospel.com
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