Friday, September 25, 2015

Default Christian

Similar to the "Generic Christian" would also be the "Uninvolved Christian", or "Default Christian". These people were born into nominally Christian homes. They probably went to church as kids (see Generic Christian), but as adults have drifted away from it as their lives became busier. They have never specifically rejected Christianity, but just stopped thinking about it very much - they don't get too wound up about it. Their peer group consists of other (mostly) default Christians. When asked if they believe in god, they would answer, "Of course!", but they don't really examine what that means in their lives. On Sunday they watch football, go shopping, go to the gym, or just sleep in. They go to church for weddings and funerals. They may use Christian crosses as wall art in their homes, or even have a picture of Jesus or Mary hanging somewhere. They generally approve of public figures making pious statements and like to hear that other people are "good Christians". They will say "Bless you" when you sneeze, and would not balk at saying grace before Thanksgiving dinner. Certainly, they have a new testament lying around the house somewhere, but it hasn't been opened in years. Otherwise, religion is not a big part of their lives.

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