What is the general spiritual background of Jamaica?
Jamaica has more churches in relation to its population than nearly all other countries in the world. Even in public schools, religious classes and devotions are required for all school students from 1st grade through college. But the Jamaican Church in general is steeped in Legalism. Works and outward appearances are emphasized and it is widely taught that one must get their life “cleaned up” in order to earn God’s acceptance. God is seen by many as the mean school principal in the sky who is waiting for you to do something wrong so He can strip away His forgiveness and salvation. Most Jamaicans know of God, but few fully understand Him.
