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The title of The Christian Atheist may sound like an oxymoron, but I think author/pastor Craig Groeschel is on to something. He defines Christian Atheist as “someone who believes in God but acts as if he doesn’t exist.”
The Christian Atheist inspired me to create the quiz below. Take it find out if you believe in God but act like he doesn’t exist.
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After you take the quiz I’d love to hear your thoughts. Do you find the term Christian Atheist helpful? Surprising? Offensive? Other?
(-Adam Forrest, Zondervan)
7 Responses to Quiz: Am I a Christian Atheist?
Pat May 25, 2011
There’s a slight flaw in that it’s required to select a box, however if none apply and you select “0″, you’re told there’s a question or two you need to fill out. Only after picking a response, was I able to get to the next screen to the answers. Unless of course, the quiz is purposely set this way to prove a point.
Zondervan Blog May 25, 2011
Pat: I wish I were smart enough to plan that! It was an error on my part though, and I will change the quiz on your recommendation. Thank you for your insight! -Adam
Pat May 25, 2011
Thanks, Adam.
Ruth Kaup May 26, 2011
I find the term surprising. I believe there are many who have “prayed the prayer” but who never did a 180* and walked away from their past of sin to walk in new life. Jesus even spoke of these who prayed “Lord Lord” but will not enter into His glory. Personally, if someone is saying they are following Christ (a term I prefer over Christian) but not bearing fruit, I am going to share Christ as if they do not know Him.
Faith in God and His abiity to do great and mighty things comes from experiencing His power in our lives. (miracles, meeting financial needs, protection…) As with our human connections, we can only know God by spending time in His presence.
Zondervan Blog May 26, 2011
Ruth, thank you for sharing. I agree that we can only know God by spending time with him.
Thanks for your thoughts! -Adam
I think for a lot of people (including me), it’s easy to forget that bearing fruit isn’t exactly automatic. Bearing fruit takes a commitment, and it can be painful. It’s a good investment, though.
Xedri June 7, 2011
By your logic, I have strong tendencies towards being a Christian Atheist. There’s one problem – I’m not a Christian! Perhaps you should add an important 1st question:
“Do you identify as Christian?”
Just a thought.
Zondervan Blog June 7, 2011
Xedri,
Good point. I neglected to clarify that the quiz assumes its takers are self-described Christians. Thank you for your feedback, and I’ll keep it in mind for future projects here.
Do you mind if I ask how you found out about this quiz? I’m just curious. Thank you,
-Adam