7 Things To Say When Called On In Bible Class When You Weren’t Paying Attention

Christian Living · Jan 17, 2026 · BabylonBee.com
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You were deeply lost in a daydream right in the middle of Bible class when - oh no! The professor is calling your name to answer a question about... something. Here are the ten best things to say if you find yourself in this terrible situation:

  1. "Hm, that reminds me of another question. What's the best way to understand the Trinity?": The professor will be unable to resist.

  2. "I'm sorry, I was praying for someone's eternal soul. Can you repeat the question?": A get-out-of-jail-free card.

  3. "I think I might be gay": Pretty bold, but foolproof in getting out of a question.

  4. "Great question. I wonder what the Council of Trent would have said?": When in doubt, punt to the Council.

  5. "Whoa, look out the window, is that a Nephilim?": Situation handled.

  6. "I suppose it comes back to whether one accepts the historical critical hermeneutical lens as proffered by Norman Cantor": Everyone will be forced to pretend they understood what you just said.

  7. "Jesus": When all else fails, go with the tried-and-true.

Don't sweat the Bible class daydreaming. Just try any one of these, and you'll be good to go.


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