Chris Sligh Angering Some Christians With His Secular Music

So it seems that some fundamentalist Christians from Bob Jones University, a South Carolina University that Chris Sligh attended in the late 90s, are upset that Chris Sligh hasn't been singing strictly Christian songs in his American Idol performances. At least that's what it seems like from this quote from an MSNBC article:

Jonathan Pait of fundamentalist Bob Jones University, which Sligh attended for several years, said: “We really are somewhat disappointed with the direction he has gone musically.”

I'm not sure what Mr. Pait expects, but as far as I know, there aren't many "British Invasion" Christian songs to choose from, nor did Diana Ross sing any Christian-themed songs, to my knowledge. I'm not sure exactly what he could have done differently.

Not everyone is dissapointed in him.

"Cheryl Greene, the professor who helped Sligh hone his vocal talents, said just because Sligh may not be singing strictly Christian-themed songs shouldn’t reflect on the depth of his faith."

but even she has concerns...

“Is he going to stand strong by his true Christian morals?” Greene said. “Christianity is a lifestyle ... and there are things in your life that you do need to stand for.”

I can see how someone might worry that the temptations of Hollywood can be overwhelming, even for a devout Christian, but I haven't seen anything that would lead me to believe that Chris is making a move towards the dark side. In fact, I would think that fundmentalist Christians would be thrilled that they have one of their own on a national stage, able to give a face that America can relate to.

I can't think of any fundamentalist Christian in the public eye that non-Christians might see as a role model. I'm not sure what Mr. Pait would like Chris to do differently, but the whole thing doesn't make much sense to me.