As a Christian I think so. If someone had a different religion then me I'd be afriad of them turning my eyes from Christ. If I really loved them I'd want to convert them but BEFORE we started dating. I want someone who can help me with my walk with Christ.
2006-07-09 18:11:09 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
My girlfriend's Jewish, I'm atheist, and we don't give a damn. I don't need her to believe in the same things as I do to have a successful relationship. We respect each other's beliefs and that's all that matters. Religion doesn't need to be a crucial aspect of a person's life. The only time it comes up is when she has to go to synagogue or celebrate a Jewish holiday. Even then, we spend time together because I like learning about different cultures so I tag along.
2006-07-09 18:23:33 · answer #1 · answered by holidayspice 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes and no. It really just depends on the couple. I personally think that a shared worldview is important to a relationship so I could only marry someone who had similar beliefs (not identical just somewhere in the ballpark) but also wouldn't want a divorce if that person later changed beliefs. For instance, I am an atheist and wouldn't have a problem marrying my bf if he were a agnostic, deist, or maybe even Buddhist. Basically, I wouldn't want my spouse to be associated with any sort of belief system that encourages evangelism. It just so happens that my bf is an atheist, but that doesn't mean that he couldn't change his mind later...I would still love him just the same even if he became a christian (which is highly unlikely anyway). So, it matters in that I'd prefer my significant other to have similar beliefs, but I also wouldn't really care if he didn't.
I know quite a few people who are married to someone who has differing religious beliefs. Atheist with christian, agnostic with christian, and Jewish with christian, are the most common. They all seem to do fine because they have reached an understanding with each other. Maybe they even learn something by having differing beliefs...acceptance of differing views would be a lesson to come from it. In my opinion, if you really love someone you won't try to change them. If change occurs it should be from having an honest dialog through which views of the other by their own choice and without being pushed.
2006-07-09 18:28:39 · answer #2 · answered by laetusatheos 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That depends on how strong you are as a believer.Let's imagine, a married couple, with children.Christian and a non christian living together in a same house, both brings their own God to their home.You turn to the left you see a cross, you turn to your right you see an idol.The children stands in the middle asking ,"mom dad which category do I belong, should I bow down to the idol?".Religion will become an issue if you are a strong believer and somehow it'll shake your marriage and family.Trust me, I've seen that happen to one of my Christian friends who married a non-Christian.So ,for those who are a Christian, choose a Christian as your life partner only.
2006-07-09 19:47:21 · answer #3 · answered by tea 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think religion matters, but I think morals, ethics, honor, and spirituality matter just as much. I'm not afraid of my partner turning my eyes from Christ if we are of like mind in those other areas. I do agree that it is... what's the word I want? nice, preferable, easier? ... to have someone who shares your belief in Jesus as Son of God. But would a difference in religion be the deal-breaker for a relationship for me? Not necessarily.
2006-07-09 18:18:45 · answer #4 · answered by Church Music Girl 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i'm Catholic also, became an altar server for 4 years, went to Catholic college for 9 years. faith concerns cuz its were given some thing to do with who you're yet i do not placed it as a figuring out ingredient. in case you want him it truly is proper. Your relationship is in protecting including your thoughts no longer your faith. i have only dated one guy who became Catholic. It did not workout habitual cuz we both were too stuck in our procedures. If I ever get married i'd like him to be Catholic yet doesn't should be. see you later as he's Christian then thats fantastic by technique of me.
2016-11-30 23:21:20 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Religion doesn't matter as much to me as does my significant other being spiritual. It would be indicative of a depth of character; however, it's not mandatory that he be that as long as he is loving, caring and respects all others which, in a sense, hints of spirituality on some level.
2006-07-09 18:23:27 · answer #6 · answered by Specious λ Neurotica 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Religion doesn't play a big role in relationships. If you love the guy/girl, why change the way they think, do things, or even the way they worship God? If you love someone you should'n't really change the way they feel or do things, Maybe it's just me... That's my opinion, i hope it counts.
2006-07-09 18:18:08 · answer #7 · answered by Ale 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I dont have many christian friends because i dont want to go back to christianity. its not that i hate them its thier religion i have a problem with.
2006-07-09 18:15:35 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
sounds like u have already made up ur mind. Why do u ask then. Gud luck.
2006-07-09 18:14:55 · answer #9 · answered by masku darling 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it shouldn't. because it should be love that matters. not religion.
2006-07-09 18:18:25 · answer #10 · answered by ay5ir7p8i7rs 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋