Whatever Happened to Doctrine?

Why is it that theology and doctrine have taken a back seat in the priority of the Church today? Doctrine mattered to those who came before us; the Puritans, the Reformers, the Early Church Fathers, even the Apostles. Many died as martyrs for the faith because of some theological stance, or doctrinal position. Why is it so neglected and even shameful in so many churches? I've become very critical of this type of church. A church without a love for theology is a church without an affeciton for God Himself, since that's what the term literally means: "the study of God," or "an affection to know the things of God." The ecuminacal spirit of today has something to do with it I'm sure, in which many would have all our doctrinal differences put aside and be united as one church. Doctrine does divide, but isn't that the point, to divide truth from falsehood? At least on the essential matters of the faith! But even this is too much to ask for, as the gospel itself is being compromised to bring in more numbers, or provide a more "comfortable environment" for the seekers. You know, I appreciate the sentiment, but unbelievers OUGHT to feel "uncomfortable" when approaching the prescense and holiness of God. Many churches have forgotten all about the holiness of God. I fear for the future, at least for the American Church.