Forty-four percent of Americans are confident that Jesus will return to Earth sometime in the next 50 years. According to Sam Harris, this is a problem because it leaves them with:

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Sam Harris argues that the belief in the imminent return of Jesus can lead people to prioritize the afterlife over the present life and neglect the responsibility to build a sustainable civilization. If one believes that Jesus will return in their lifetime, then they may be less inclined to take actions to prevent environmental destruction or address issues such as poverty or inequality, as they may see such efforts as futile since the end of the world is near.

Forty-Four Percent of Americans Are Confident That Jesus Will Return