For all that WWJD is sometimes maligned as some strange arch-conservative Christian groupthink (because of modern conservative Christian orthodoxy about what Jesus obviously did or said and what it means in modern life), I actually think it can be a valuable thought exercise (and applicable to a variety of thought / faith leaders). It creates a mental checkpoint for actions, a "Hey, how does this thing I'm about to do actually line up with my personal beliefs?" moment. And, yeah, maybe you then decide that, yes, Jesus probably would support you having another glass of wine because, y'know, the Wedding at Cana and all that, but at least you gave it a bit of thought, and that's usually not a bad thing to do.
The Fascinating Story of How the “What Would Jesus Do?” Slogan Came About
What Would Jesus Do?, often shortened to WWJD? or W.W.J.D. is a slogan so famous that millions of objects have been emblazoned with it. However, the person who came up with “W.W.J.D.” never saw a penny of the millions of dollars companies across the globe have made from it. The earliest known instance of the full [&hellip
Honestly, I wish more Christians would take the time to ponder this question. Not that I think it would make too much of a difference as some folks have some pretty twisted ideas of what Jesus would do, but it might help in at least a few cases.
+Les Jenkins As I said, a bit of reflection before actions with moral consequences is usually a good thing.
Though you're right — there are people out there who will attribute the craziest things to Jesus ("What would Jesus do? Vote against the graduated income tax! Support the right to own as many guns as you want! And stone the gays!").
No problem with the sentiment. It’s the WWJD merch that creeps me out…especially those rubber bracelets that are used for negative reinforcement. “Bad thought!” [Snap.]
Maybe that was a COS thing, though.
@De – Gah! No, I’ve never been much for righteous flagellation or mortification of the flesh. Using your WWJD band as a way to punish yourself is … no.
(“Evil, wicked, naughty Zoot!”)