Impact of Christian Religious Studies and Theology on Nation-Building

Abstract

This article focuses on the “impact of Christian Religious Studies and Theology on nation-building.” Nigeria as a nation is alleged to be very religious, with Islam and Christianity being the two major religions in the country. Both religions preach and uphold high pious morality. Adherents of both religions have been at the helm of affairs, yet the country is said to be steep in corrupt and immoral practices. This article examines the role that Christian Religious Studies and Theology could play in ameliorating corrupt practices' effect, and positively impacting nation-building. Using the Ten Commandments as a model principle for governance and living, the article highlights the impact of the Ten Commandments progressively in every aspect of the nation. The Ten Commandments, like the pax Romana which contributed to the growth and development of Rome, gives a template that encourages faithfulness, trust, peace, and love, for a perfect environment where positive growth and development may be attained.