Lyric discussion by kozmik 

Cover art for Golden Boy lyrics by Mountain Goats, The

I have no idea if John Darnielle is a huge christian, or an atheist.

Considering how many songs he has dedicated to defiance against Christianity (Wizard Buys a Hat, Heretic Pride, 1 Samuel 15:23) I'd wager that he's an atheist or agnostic with Christian roots.