The Counsel of Trent #1095 - The 4 Bad Kinds of Christians
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Nov 12, 2025 Discover the four types of Christians to steer clear of! From cafeteria Christians who pick and choose beliefs, to progressive ones who selectively follow teachings, the pitfalls are revealed. Dive into the rigid world of fundamentalists who impose harsh rules, and confront the hypocrisy of those who reject morality outright. Trent emphasizes the balance of faithfulness without succumbing to societal pressures. Plus, learn how Catholicism offers a framework to navigate these extremes. Tune in for insightful reflections!
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Two Axes Define Bad Christian Types
- Christians vary on two axes: cultural conformity vs. rebellion and moral rigor vs. laxity.
- Trent Horn frames four harmful Christian types by combining these spectrums for clearer diagnosis.
Cafeteria Christian Example
- The cafeteria Christian picks beliefs that feel comfortable and avoids offending others.
- Trent Horn cites Chip and Joanna Gaines featuring a same-sex couple as an example of this tendency.
Challenge Cafeteria Christians With Scripture
- Ask cafeteria Christians if they truly love Jesus and want to be like him.
- Then show them scriptures where Jesus speaks strongly, not just "judge not."
