Please note that everything I write is in my own opinion, and the goal here is not to disregard anyone’s belief.
This write-up is not a target on Christianity. I grew up practicing Christianity, this is the only reason Christianity is the only religion I highlighted.
Please endeavor to read to the end before drawing conclusions.
How would I define Lazy?
The exact way Merriam-Webster or Longman dictionary would define it,
How do I define Christianity?
My definition of Christianity might be different from yours. It is quite relative. However, I need you to understand that I’m talking about Christianity as a religion, lifestyle, tradition, and spiritual development.
And maybe, one might find my interpretation encourages levity. It is on intention as I am not condoning extremism, largely in any religion whatsoever.
What do I mean by Christianity as a lazy option?
Christians believe they are children of God, and as a result, God has an obligation of protecting them and providing for them, even when they are not on their best behavior, all they need to do is fall on their knees and pray for forgiveness and their father in heaven opens a new slate.
Quite easy! Or as I would prefer to say, quite lazy!
Who wouldn’t choose that!? Who wouldn’t choose to rely on a supernatural power to provide their needs, rather than go extra hard, or is there anybody who wouldn’t wish for a miracle to deliver them from terrible situations rather than go through with it, or go the hard way?
The most interesting one is when Christians define faith - "The substance of things hoped for and evidence of things not seen"
Christianity makes this definition sound supernatural, meanwhile, a philologist or, an Englishman would define optimism in the same words. I think Faith is a fancy Christian word that brands optimism.
Of course, people choose to be optimistic ('faith') about most issues rather than give up, for so many reasons, including the fear of failure, starting over,e.t.c.
Except we are being hypocritical, humans will always choose the less stressful, optimistic, and easiest options in most cases, no matter how much we may want to deny, or brand our opinions with different words. Laziness shouldn’t be out of the option.
Why do I think so?
I think it’s very stressful trying to prove the Christian theory of how the world came to be. It is easier believing that a supernatural being created the sea, goats, you, and I, then decided to rest on the seventh day, and he loves me and does what is best for me, than believing the big bang theory, or that I evolved from apes.
I also think religion helps to provide discipline for Christians, most especially in this side of the world where religion blinds most people. For example, where an irreligious person gets guided by their conscience and struggles with their personal rules, Christians are guided by the holy book, because that’s where their rules spring from.
Now, I am not saying this makes the whole practice of Christianity entirely easy. I would hate to be misunderstood. I would be a hypocrite if I don’t highlight the fervency of some devoted Christians who go to church regularly, sacrificing one thing or another, time, money, and the likes, fasting and praying fervently.
This devoted act of fervency doesn't negate my opinion,it further butresses
However, let’s not forget the concept of this piece is about me. I think it is easy for me to identify as a Christian and share my beliefs because of my indolence. It would be hard for me to be irreligious or agnostic, for the reason of ease and indolence alone. Maybe if I am no longer a lazy person, I will consider it.
I look forward to how much my orientation would change tomorrow, or in the nearest future. For today though, it is what it is.
Without invalidating anyone’s opinion. I will be glad to read yours.