By Rev. Diamond-Suma
Anchor: It’s Jesus Revival
We live in an era that many describe as advanced, enlightened, and globally connected. In all these, our world still feels profoundly broken. Corruption has erodes public trust, sexual abuse has destroyed the most vulnerable, poverty has ushered humiliation to human dignity, communities have become violent, and institutions meant to protect us often fail. In the middle of this moral and spiritual confusion, a question rises, quietly for some and loudly for others: Is Christianity still relevant in a broken world like ours?
This question frames the opening of what I called “a Jesus Revival in the Print Media”. This is a deliberate response to the growing need for answers, truth, and moral clarity in a digital era that has been flooded with information but lack the wisdom. Beyond the trends and hashtags, society is searching again for a wayout. That search inevitably brings us back to Jesus Christ and the faith that bears His name.
Christianity does not begin by denying the brokenness of the world. The Bible is remarkably honest about human failure which aligns to the fall of humanity in Genesis 3:1-19. From the prophets to the apostles, Scripture confronts corruption, injustice, abuse of power, and moral decay without hesitation. The prophet Micah distills God’s expectation of humanity into a simple but demanding charge: “He has shown you, O man, what is good; and what does the Lord require of you but to do justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God” (Micah 6:8). This verse alone speaks powerfully to today’s crises. Corruption collapses where justice is practiced. Violence loses ground where mercy is loved. Arrogant leadership is restrained where humility before God governs human action.
Jesus Himself sees faith as a transforming presence within it. In Matthew 5:13–16, He tells His followers, “You are the salt of the earth… You are the light of the world.” Salt preserves what would otherwise decay; light exposes what darkness hides. These metaphors are not poetic decorations they are moral responsibilities. Christianity, when lived authentically, confronts decay and illuminates truth. A society that is overwhelmed by dishonesty, exploitation, and fear does not need less Christianity; it needs a truer expression of it.
Critics often argue that religion has failed, pointing to scandals, hypocrisy, and abuses committed even within church spaces. These critiques deserve honest engagement. The Bible itself condemns religious performance without moral substance. Jesus’ harshest words were not directed at sinners seeking healing, but at religious leaders who used faith to dominate rather than serve (Matthew 23). This distinction matters, the failure of religious institutions does not negate the relevance of Christ; rather, it underscores the urgent need to return to Him.
In Apostle Paul writings in Romans was to a society like ours, very pluralistic, morally conflicted, and politically tense which offers a profound challenge: He says “Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind” (Romans 12:2). Christianity’s relevance lies precisely here. It does not merely offer social commentary; it calls for inner transformation that leads to outward change. A renewed mind reshapes personal ethics, family life, leadership conduct, and national conscience.
In a world wounded by sexual abuse and the misuse of power, Christianity insists on the sacred worth of every human being, made in the image of God (Genesis 1:27). Jesus’ own ministry consistently restored dignity to those society that discarded women, children, and the poor. He declared that to harm the vulnerable is to invite severe judgment (Matthew 18:6). This moral clarity is not outdated; it is desperately needed.
Poverty is another defining crisis of our age, is never treated as normal or acceptable in Scripture. Proverbs teaches that “Whoever oppresses the poor reproaches his Maker” (Proverbs 14:31). Jesus goes further, identifying Himself with the hungry, the stranger, and the imprisoned (Matthew 25:35–40). Christianity challenges societies to measure success by compassion, equity, and care for the least.
Yet Christianity does not merely diagnose the world’s problems; it offers hope rooted in a living Person. The call of Scripture is consistently upward “Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith” (Hebrews 12:2). When systems fail and leaders disappoint, faith redirects human trust toward God. Jesus Himself invites humanity: “Come to me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest” (Matthew 11:28).
Moreover, Christianity insists that solutions are not only political or technological, but spiritual. “If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray, and seek my face… then I will heal their land” (2 Chronicles 7:14). Prayer, asking from God, and aligning with His will are presented not as passive acts, but as transformative forces that realign societies.
So, is Christianity still relevant in a broken world? The honest answer is “Christianity is relevant and indispensable” especially at a time like this. “For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ, for it is the power of God unto salvation to everyone who believes.” –
Romans 1:16 justifies that Christianity is indispensable because it confronts the deepest human problems and offers redemption, not merely reform. The Church, despite its imperfections, remains a vital moral voice called to be salt, light, and a living witness to the healing power of Jesus Christ.
In an age hungry for truth, the relevance of Christianity will not be proven by arguments alone, but by lives transformed, justice pursued, mercy practised, and Christ exalted. This is not the end of faith’s story, it is a call to revival.
