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The quote by C. S. Lewis about the infinite importance of Christianity is true on several levels. When we use the term “Christianity,” we are not talking about human religions or denominations, usually named after a person or a particular philosophical or theological belief system. The word “Christian” literally means “Christ-like,” meaning doing and practicing what Jesus did and taught.
One thing that makes Christianity of “infinite importance” is what it offers to the poor and challenged. In Matthew 25:33-40, Jesus spoke about the Christ-like things his followers would do. Those things include feeding the hungry, giving water to those who do not have it, providing clothing and shelter for those in need, and helping those in prison.
Another reason for the infinite importance of Christianity is the effect it has on morality. Marriage is important, and how kids are raised is vital. In the Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5 – 7), Jesus explains how Christians should treat each other and even their enemies. The wars and violence in our world today are rooted in people refusing to do what Jesus told us to do.
The most critical reason for the infinite importance of Christianity is that it provides hope for what happens after life in this world is done. When our physical bodies return to the dust from which they came, we long for our souls to return to the God who created us. Christianity uniquely offers that hope, making it of “infinite importance.”
Scripture links/references are from BibleGateway.com. Unhighlighted scriptures can be looked up at their website.