Christian roots
A more detailed look would clearly demonstrate that Scotland’s history, heritage and values are founded largely upon Christianity and that overall this has been to our benefit.
A more detailed examination would also struggle to find one single example of a nation influenced by Christianity turning into a theocracy.
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Hide AdThis is not to deny that there have been those who have abused Christianity and used it for their own political and economic ends. But abuse does not negate the main point of my article which was to show that the supposed “secular” values of equality, freedom and diversity are not secular at all, but rather stem from Christian theology.
If we lose the roots, we will lose the fruits.
David Robertson
Solas CPC
St Peters Free Church
St Peter Street