There are many critics who think the megachurches thrive on people who enjoy dramatic Sunday services with fine music but don't wish to become very 'religious' on a day-to-day basis - that the megachurch appeal is a mile wide and an inch deep.

Many people who say they have no religion are simply saying they have no official religious affiliation. They may actually have strong personal beliefs.

Those who belong to megachurches display as high a level of personal commitment as do those who attend small congregations.

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