i am susposed to get married to someone that is muslim and im methodist. both religions are diffrent and i dont know if it will work out between us. he thinks that i should become muslim when we get married but i like being methodist. what do you think???
2006-06-19 19:49:42 · 6 answers · asked by vaflame420 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Marriage & Divorce
it`s hard to carry on a relationship with someone who thinks differently in so many aspects of life,views,religion, etc.
i think you`d have a hard time with that situation, not to mention the confusion you and your future children would also face.
and muslim beliefs are so different from yours. you hold different views about God and life.
Faith in the true God is the key to true happiness and fulfillment here on earth
hoping for the best,
helpmeets
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2006-06-19 19:58:34 · answer #1 · answered by CaffeineLover 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No this is not okay and should not happen. The Bible tells us not to be unequally yolked and this would be. Talk to your pastor and see what they have to say about it and pray about it and see what God wants you to do in this situation. You should really find a good methodist person to marry and settle down with of like faith. Marrying a muslim will only cause problems in the marriage and confusion and if you have kids it will definitley confuse them and they wont know which way to go or to believe! You are a Christian and he is not . Take a clue from that and walk away. If he refuses to become Christian you need to break it off.
2006-06-20 00:31:10 · answer #2 · answered by Fast Steve 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No one can answer this question but you. I do want to point out that Muslims are not Christians. Methodist is an example of a Christian denomination. Muslim and Christian are separate "religions, not denominations." They do not have any connections rather than old law and the Old Testament. Muslims do believe in studying the Old Testament and the Koran. They do not recognize Jesus as their personal Savior that died on the cross to save them from eternal damnation. Christians study the old testament for historical reasons but we follow the new law which is in the new testament. If you are a Christian, you will not convert to the Muslim faith. Seek direction from your pastor and put serious time into researching the differences before you make your decision. (Read the Bible, it will answer almost any question if you spend enough time reading it) Pray to God for guidance. Converting to Muslim may ameliorate your earthly relationship, but will forfeit your place in the Kingdom of Heaven and lead to eternal damnation. Consider putting God 1st in your life, not your relationship.
2006-06-19 20:23:09 · answer #3 · answered by J-Dub 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Those are not just two different denominations, they are two different religions. It's not an impossible situation, but you need to know fully what you are getting into. If he is wanting you to convert to Islam, you should study it's basic beliefs, and know what would be expected of you, especially as a woman.
Also there are the considerations of your children, if you each stay in your own religion how will you raise your children? Discuss these issues now, and be alert to red flags. I encourage you to seek premarital counseling. Most ministers will do this free of charge and can help you both work through these issues.
2006-06-19 19:55:34 · answer #4 · answered by keri gee 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think this is something that needs to be worked out before you get married. He should not be trying to change you. Please be cautious, I smell trouble.
2006-06-19 19:52:30 · answer #5 · answered by SupaStar 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
never marry unequally yolk it is a trap and it will end in divorce
2006-06-19 22:33:50 · answer #6 · answered by Justin D 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋