Shawn Michaels, whose real name is Michael Shawn Hickenbottom,
was born in Chandler, Arizona and grew up in a roving military
family, but mostly in San Antonio, Texas.  Michaels was raised
Catholic and attended Catholic schools.1 During most of his
wrestling career, Michaels was not particularly religious. But
after he met his wife, Michaels became the devout born-again
Christian we know today. He completely credits “the power of a
praying wife” to his conversion.2 He took it all the way, even
becoming a Bible teacher at the Cornerstone Church in San
Antonio.3  Now, Michaels’ religion has become part of his
celebrity persona. He has added praying to his theatrical
wrestling introduction routine–complete with pyrotechnics and
crazy outfits.4 And during his pre-match interviews, he says
things like:  My lord and savior Jesus Christ, I thank you, my
king, for saving me.5  Furthermore, Shawn Michaels merchandise
comes with Bible verses and other religious messages.6  But not
everyone is buying what Michaels is se