I believe it is important to provide a brief explanation of the occasion and purpose of the following discourse, so that the reader can decide whether to continue reading or not, based on their own judgment.It is widely acknowledged that the state of religion in many parts of the Christian world is lamentable in our present day. Even those who identify themselves with religion openly complain about the excessive misconduct of some individuals. These provocations, if not boldly addressed, contribute to the overall problems that are being lamented. However, there is general agreement that the glory and power of Christianity have faded and nearly disappeared among the majority of professed Christians. The specific reasons and causes for this decline, though, remain subjects of disagreement. While a few may believe that everything needed for a thriving religious state is already present and that the only requirement is to secure what they have and enjoy, the undeniable reality is that the world is filled with the devastating consequences of human desires and clear signs of divine displeasure. Both heavenly and earthly signs indicate the decline of our religious profession from its original beauty and splendor.