by Paula Geister

Created on: January 13, 2010

The idea that Christians having fun would even have to be debated is somewhat of a no-brainer to me. Why in the world would anyone think they can’t?

Sure, there are Christians who are serious a great deal of the time. It’s difficult to get a rise out of them. But they’re probably the type of people who don’t have much of a sense of humor anyway, regardless of any religious faith they might have. (Don’t look now, but there are folks who don’t believe in any sort of deity who also fail to have a sense of humor.)

Maybe the question arises because the word “fun” itself needs to be redefined for a person once they become a Christ follower. When people decide to accept Jesus as savior and Lord, they make noticeably defined changes in their lives. The way they entertain themselves is usually one of those things that changes. Sometimes the people who know these new believers don’t understand those changes. So to them, it looks like their friend or family member is no longer having any fun.

Sure, Christians may not “party” like they used to, but we still go to parties. I’ve been to lots of parties since I became a Christian and I usually have a great time. Sometimes I’m the one making people laugh. We play games, tell stories, watch movies, eat food, and do lots of fun things indoors and outdoors that people who aren’t Christians do.

Some of the settings are celebrations for birthdays, weddings, baby showers, holidays, and graduations. Sometimes we get together to …well, just have fun. Any excuse to have fun is a good one, isn’t it?

Early on, when I first began attending my current church, I got active in the singles group. One of the members hosted a party in her home and it was crowded with people. Loud. I can’t tell you how loud it was. Everyone was having a great time. Playing board games, playing her piano, talking, telling stories, just being themselves and getting to know each other in a safe environment.

I was in the dining room with a guy whom I’ll call Josh. He commented on the noise and how the neighbors must be reacting. Actor that he was, he created a living room scenario in the house next door with an imaginary elderly couple discussing the problem we presented. Josh played both characters: “Oh dear, what do you think we should do about all that noise next door? Should we call the police?” “Now Martha, don’t worry. They won’t

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