Keith, I note that in the article you distinguish belief in God from the Church but in your headline you claim Christianity is dead. I'm wondering if you've read the analysis of the recent population studies in the Wall Street Journal that contradicts some of the commonly held beliefs about current religious beliefs, including your comments here:
Here's a relevant excerpt:
Data from five recent U.S. population surveys point to the vibrancy, ubiquity and growth of religion in the U.S. Americans are becoming more religious, and religious institutions are thriving. Consistent with some previous studies but contrary to widely held assumptions, many people who report no religious affiliation—and even many self-identified atheists and agnostics—exhibit substantial levels of religious practice and belief.
