Was Ronnie Van Zant a Christian?

Answer 1

His family had Christians in it, and one matriarch that Ronnie was close to was Christian. (Simple Man Lyrics) There is much Christian philosophy in his lyrics, as he makes reference to the afterlife, and the Good Lord. He preaches against alcohol (Poison Whiskey) drugs ( That Smell, Needle & Spoon) and murder ( Sat. Night Special) but he drops off when he sings some other songs ( Preachers daughter, On the hunt, etc) Ones heart is only known to God in Christianity, which is a personal relationship to God through the atoning sacrifice of His son on the Cross. It is the free gift of Grace that Jesus' death made for His believers, and unless he lied in his songs, Ronnie did pen belief. Clearly none of us are poster children of good behavior, and I'm sure he would admit that (Double Trouble) but it is by faith that you are saved, not works (Eph 2:8-10)

Thus, from what we know, there's a mighty good chance he's in heaven now, "I'm just sayin' - yea, he be Christian."