Christianity Made Simple: Beyond the Walls of the Church
By Tunde David Animashaun Many people today see Christianity as a difficult and complicated journey, often defined by how many hours one spends in a church building or how materially blessed they appear to be. But true Christianity, according to Scripture, is not about outward show—it is about the inward life of selflessness, moral uprightness, and spiritual connection with God through Jesus Christ. The Apostle Paul reminds us in Galatians 5:22–23 that “the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control.” These qualities—not wealth, status, or church attendance records—are the true measure of Christian living. Christianity Is About Relationship, Not Religion At its core, Christianity is about being reconciled to God through Christ (2 Corinthians 5:18–19). This relationship naturally flows into how we treat others—walking in empathy, humility, and selflessness. Jesus Himself summarized it in Matthew 22:37–39: “Love the Lo...