Christianity is experiencing a global resurgence despite opposition from secular governments and hostile forces
Source: https://www.facebook.com/americanspectator/. "Easter and the State of Christendom | The American Spectator | USA News and Politics." April 4, 2026. spectator.org
The Gist
The author argues that Christianity is making a comeback around the world, even though left-wing governments and other groups are trying to stop it. He points to growing church attendance, more religious conversions, and people defying government restrictions as proof that faith is getting stronger, not weaker.
Conclusion
Christianity is rising again worldwide, demonstrating renewed strength and growth despite political pressure, cultural opposition, and violent persecution from secular leftist governments and other hostile forces
Premises
- Faith demonstrations are surging in Europe, Africa, and the Americas after a long decline
- In Spain, government interference with Holy Week traditions resulted in a 163% increase in international bookings and more fervent crowds who defied the regulations
- Africa now has the fastest-growing Christian population in the world, with over a million pilgrims gathering in South Africa for Easter
- In Britain, despite government hostility toward Christians, Catholic conversions have surged 60% in Westminster and similar increases in Southwark
- The Trump administration's return has reversed anti-Christian policies of the Biden administration, with the Supreme Court ruling 8-1 against restrictions on Christian therapists
- These patterns demonstrate Christianity's resilience and ability to grow stronger under persecution, similar to the early Christianization of the Roman Empire
Assumptions
- Government opposition to traditional Christian practices constitutes persecution rather than legitimate policy reform
- Increased participation in religious activities indicates genuine spiritual revival rather than cultural or political reaction
- Secular leftist policies are inherently anti-Christian in intent
- Traditional Christian practices and beliefs should be preserved against modernizing influences
- Political leadership significantly impacts the health and growth of Christianity