Most of the Middle East converted to Christianity in a few centuries after the life of Christ. All those lands have since been conquered by Islam. Muslims have had great success. They have more than symbols. They have conquered vast lands and there are now many Muslims. They have forward momentum. Christendom has momentum too, but unfortunately it is in the wrong direction. If the west could get right in the head, there would be no contest. But I’m afraid that we won’t.
Yes you accurate, and most Correcto Mundo indeed! It is God’s will that Europe (and thus USA) shall undergo chastisement for not being Faithful to the gifts that they have received. In the end, however, God shall triumph without any doubt. We must be ready to stand with Our Lord, and as He was Crucified, so shall we, if blessed with the faith and grace to be faithful, be bloodied, but faithful!