Modern Naturalism Liberalism
“...we can no more remove ourselves from that world than we can escape from the atmosphere that we breathe.” (2, Machen) The context of Machen’s quote can be found in two definitions that shape the discussion in the introduction of his book, Christianity and Liberalism. These definitions include “modernism” (synonymous usage with “liberalism”) and “naturalism.” Modernism is the “non-redemptive religion,” a wolf in sheep’s wool, or in plain terms - old terminology with new definitions. Naturalism is the denial of any supernatural connection or contribution to creation. Thus enters the discussion of modern naturalism liberalism (MNL). What is the effect of MNL? The true implications of this theory or idea that has infiltrated culture in unclear and incomplete in Machen’s introduction. However, there is strong language that denotes an incredible impact. He explains how the effects can be difficult for a discerning eye to understand yet presses in upon everyone in many aspects. What is t...