
Is Christianity Just A Crutch? (NIV)
“Have you ever thought of religion as being a “crutch” for insecure people who can’t make it on their own?” “I don’t know if I’d go that far.” “I think religion has its place, as long as you keep it in perspective.” “Right! As long as you don’t let it run your life or anything.” “That’s just it … seems to me that lots of Christians have lost perspective. They think that Jesus should run their lives…” “Well, they…” “And you know the kind … they get so worked up about it and take it so personally.” “Well, you…” “I’m just not an emotional person. I don’t need a lot of religious experiences to make me feel good about myself.” “But if Christianity is okay for them, that’s their thing.” “Well, if you ask me…” “And another thing … I think a lot of them are hypocrites.” “Well, I wouldn’t say…” “They say they believe one thing, then sometimes they act just the opposite.” “Excuse me, could I dive in on this? I couldn’t help overhearing your conversation.” “Well, this is a private…” “I’m a Chris