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Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free. (JN 8:32)
Your concept of "authentic Christianity" might miss the core of what it means to be a Christian. Does it mean Christianity is a mental ascent to a "belief" system? Or does it mean living an actionable life dedicated to serving society's marginalized and promoting social justice and peace? I know many people who have turned to religion or re-awakened to religion in hard-times. Christians are often called believers, as if believing in a set of statements is what it means to be Christian. You speak as if it is a bad thing to consider the effects religion has on the faithful. It is not wrong to expect religion would benefit us personally. More importantly, you failed to mention that when religion is practiced with tolerance and compassion for others - it benefits others in our publc sphere. The conservative vs. liberal "argument" is also quite tired.
On our own we are little more than bits of stone and glass. Together we are the Body of Christ. Holy Bible: Mosaic is an invitation to experience Christ in His Word and in the responses of his people. Each week, as you reflect on guided Scripture readings aligned with the church seasons, you will receive a wealth of insight from historical and contemporary writings.