Can We Guess Which Christian Denomination You Identify With?

By: Tasha Moore

6 Min Quiz

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About This Quiz

"Everything is not for everybody" is the basic premise of this churchy quiz. Answer a short series of questions, and we will try to guess which Christian denomination you identify with. And there's no reason to switch church memberships if your results don't match up with your true denomination. Some people traits span many categories of faith. We have filtered characteristics based on church histories, doctrines and the attributes of people who had the most to say about their faiths.

Your views on alcohol use may be less conservative than your opinions on celebrating secular holidays, for instance. This test is a fun way for Christians to survey views on simple or major issues, such as these, that we come across on a daily basis. Moreover, this is a fun opportunity for you to take a gander at other denominations that share in the Christian faith. You'll find that Christians share many common ideals. So consider this personality test as an exercise of ecumenical harmony.

Find out which sect of the faith agrees with your temperament best. Scroll on and be amazed!

What type of baptism do you prefer?

I'll do whatever baptism is available.

A few sprinkles on the brow. I don't want to mess up my Sunday best.
Only infants should be baptized.

Full-body immersion is the only way.

During long periods of time, do you like to move around a lot or stay in one place?

I like moving from place to place.

I enjoy staying in one place.
I enjoy moving vertically: standing, seated and kneeling. Repeat!

I move around a lot, yet I always return to the same place, like clockwork.

How do you feel about newcomers?

I'm always the newcomer, so they're fabulous!

Newcomers should stay out of my view of life's stage.
Who's new? I never recognize any of these people.

I'm anxious to show newcomers what they're doing wrong.

What type of community outreach do you engage in?

My car is loaded with supplies I pass out to the less fortunate.

I "reach out" for my cut every chance I get.
I adhere to a scheduled time for soup kitchen work.

I do all types of outreach as part of a group.

Which day of the week do you consider holy?

I go to church at any time on Sundays.

Sundays at 9:00 a.m. is my Sabbath hour.
Sundays, but I crave one-on-one chats any day of the week.

I'd rather do anything else but drink mimosas at brunch on Saturdays.

Do you prefer a church that's always open?

I always manage to find an open door somewhere.

Why would anyone need to be at church so much?
Yes, because I'm usually inside.

It doesn't matter. I'm used to speaking through closed doors.

Do you need help running your household?

The world is my family. Let's help each other!

Everyone looks okay to me.
I believe in strict guidance regarding family life.

I gently encourage family counseling.

Do you get a kick out of European influences?

I find joy in all cultures.

I enjoy European coffee with American apple pie.
I love Italian!

I'm all about the USA.

What are your views on the afterlife?

Once you "kick the bucket," there's no after-living.

Heaven exists, but live for today.
It's really good, really bad or really boring.

The soul sleeps until the resurrection.

Do you believe in supporting your leaders?

Everyone should support one another regardless of rank.

I'll pat them on the back while I pat my closed wallet.
Yes. Even if it hurts in the end.

Providing them meager accommodations makes perfect "cents."

What is your view on free will?

Free will is the spice of life.

Nothing's free, but I do what I please.
People should seek help from God's elect.

Free will hinders spiritual progress.

Are you a family-first person or more of an individualist?

Single life is trending!

Single life is okay, but a family keeps the house warm.
Large families are what God wants.

The God-fearing family is the perfect scenario.

Do you like to stand out in a small group, or do you tend to hide in large groups?

The size of the group doesn't matter.

I like to keep a low profile.
I lose myself in large groups, and I like it!

I like to stand out in a small crowd.

Do you believe that people should work for what they get in life?

Not everyone is able to work.

Enjoy the fruits of your own labor.
A little help is warranted from those who know best.

Give to others as much as possible, no questions asked.

What are your views on disciplining children?

Discipline children based on their individual personalities.

Just live right and the tykes will follow.
Strict parenting is always best.

Children need more guidance than discipline.

Do you believe in waiting until after marriage to have sex?

Only do what feels right.

Do whatever, just keep your business to yourself.
Waiting to have sex is ideal, but babies happen.

Men and women should wait to have sex before marriage.

What type of beverage would you drink during communion?

I'll drink whatever's flowing.

Grape juice or wine
I prefer wine.

I don't drink alcohol.

How do you feel about the use of tobacco products, like cigarettes?

People should smoke cigarettes if they prefer.

As long as it doesn't affect others, smoking is okay.
Those who smoke should seek help.

No one should smoke.

Should birth control be prohibited?

Who thinks of birth control? Let nature reign!

If you're smart enough to use it, then you should be encouraged.
Birth control is bad.

Some people need birth control for health reasons.

Do you think that all sinners should go to hell?

People with good hearts should get infinite chances to go to heaven.

If all sinners go to hell, who needs heaven?
All those who follow holy instructions can escape the pitfalls of sin.

We are predestined to go to either heaven or hell.

How do you prefer to dress when going to church?

My appearance or level of cleanliness shouldn't matter.

I wear designer "everything" whenever possible.
I don't wear street clothes to Sunday service.

I prefer keeping a modest appearance.

Are you an emotional person?

I let my emotions get the best of me, and I feel fine.

I'm more of a logical thinker.
Before I react to anything, I seek help to sort through the issue.

I prefer a balance of logic and emotion when reacting to situations.

Are you a creature of habit?

I'm always changing things up.

Every now and then, a little change is amusing.
Change makes me nervous.

I have a rigid schedule, but I'm ready for anything.

Do you like to eat meat?

I like to experiment with all different types of foods.

Sure. There's someone, somewhere who needs it.
As long as I pray over my food, it's okay to eat meat.

I don't eat meat.

Can women be church leaders?

All genders should lead if they want to.

They give birth, so they should lead.
Only men should lead the church.

Females probably could lead, but I'm used to male leaders.

What do you think will happen at the end of the world?

It won't be as bad as they say it will be.

Nothing will happen if the TV cameras aren't rolling.
I'll need to ask someone and get back to you.

All the things that were promised to happen will happen, and then some.

Can you keep a secret?

My lips are sealed, but social media is fair game.

I can keep my secrets, but not other people's secrets.
I can't wait to tell somebody my secrets.

Secrets are not my priority.

Are you big on celebrating holidays?

I'd much rather help the less fortunate.

Tell me when to show up, and I'll be there.
I do it big during the holidays.

Holidays are the devil's playtime.

Would you rather give or receive?

I'm a giver, no matter what.

I receive.
I give if there are consequences involved.

I neither give or receive.

In any relationship, what's a huge deal breaker for you?

Anyone who hates puppies

Anyone who monitors my every move
Anyone who doesn't monitor my every move

Anyone trying to get me to do wrong

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