Some of the most rabid christians are evangelical. They are also the biggest supporter of "god's chosen" (small g because I don't believe The Bible's God chose them).

> I've been thinking about this post today, and did you notice that the more crosses people wear or display all around, the less their actions in life reflect Christian values? There are always exceptions, of course.

This is a true statement. It's as if they need an outward expression to show others rather than keep it personal between themselves and God. I personally don't own any crosses.

I prefer making gifts for others than buy them some random junk. I cut out half a dozen cross blanks from some mahogany I've had laying around. I began carving the first one. The whole time I keep thinking about this question. Then when I posted a pic of it, one of the first comments was someone calling it an idol. That can't be a coincidence. I don't want to be a stumbling block for another.