My whole family is LDS, except my dads family, and I have recently found the Catholic church and after learning and praying about it for a long while, and also talking to one of my teachers who was in a seminary to become a priest for 2 yrs, I believe it to be the right church. I also believe the LDS church to be mislead, and I told them this.
I understand that they don't want me to leave a religion they think is right, so I can't be Catholic church until I'm 18. I'm ok with that. It just gives me more time to learn and I'm content it will work out in the end, but this is driving me nuts. It's war everytime even the smallest mention of anything related to religion comes up. My stepdad, mom, and sister have all started calling me a horrible person because I wear a cross. They are constantly trying to prove me wrong and I'm tired of it. I'm afraid that they will stop talking to me after I leave the church, yet that's what I'b beginning to want because of their behaviour.
What do I do??
2006-07-10 09:51:18 · 14 answers · asked by TOGA TOGA 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
While they are your family you should love them for caring so much about you. They do care about you and that is only why they want you to be LSD becaseu they believe its right.
But most importantly you need to follow your heart and where you belive God wants you to be. (I personally am on your side) I believe that Satan is trying to use your family against you and trying to get you away from God. Follow your Heart! "For it is by Faith we follow Jesus Christ!" (I don't remember where that is from but not my words)
I"ll pray for you and your family. God Bless!
2006-07-10 09:58:04 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't look for religion, Look for Christ the one who died for you and I in the cross.
Only you can find the right place to praise the Lord, no one can make you become a christian. The only way you can do this is to bow, pray and most of all, read the bible. Don't learn from man, men can lie to you in many ways. If you don't have a bible, I encourage you to get one, or enter on the On-line Bible if you can't afford one. But don't be lead by men's word, be lead by the Holy Spirit in making the first step in reading the Word of God.
God bless you, I will keep you in my prayers.
2006-07-10 09:57:42 · answer #2 · answered by Evy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Perhaps you can start by not expressing that you believe your parents are mislead by their faith. You'll get much farther in your desire to practice your faith freely if you respect the choices of others without condemnation. Try expressing that you've thought and prayed about this a lot, and while the LDS church and its teaching fill their spiritual needs, it simple doesn't meet yours. Hopefully they can accept that and make peace with your decision. If not, just try to steer clear of the topic.
2006-07-10 10:28:40 · answer #3 · answered by digitalrancher 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do exactly what you are doing!!! You are smart beyond your years for seeing how they are mis-lead. Think long and hard if YOU believe you are a horrible for wearing a cross. Think long and hard if you could stay in a religion where you are forced to say "I know this church is true," even though you do not. Eventually, saying that has a psychological effect. Yes, they are mis-lead. They are usually good people, who are terribly mis-lead.
2006-07-10 09:59:52 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
That's really a tough one. Probably, the best you can do is try to understand what's going on... and try to help them understand, too.
Beliefs... particularly religious beliefs... are an integral part of a person's 'self-description'. The fact that someone so close to them is taking a position that stands in opposition to their beliefs is subconsciously perceived as a physical attack on themselves and on their innermost essence of being. So what you are dealing with here is much more than a difference of opinion... they are responding out of fear and a sense of betrayal. Imagine a bunch of critters residing comfortably together in a cozy nest... when suddenly, one of the youngsters jumps up and starts running around and kicking and biting everyone else.
Good luck with that.
I don't know what to tell you to do, except to try to explain to them why they are responding the way they are. And let them know that your love and respect for them has absolutely nothing to do with what they 'believe'... it has to do with who they are and the love that is in their hearts. That love should not be conditioned on what someone thinks.
2006-07-10 10:04:43 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Both are practicing false doctrine , catholic calls their priest father Matthew 23:9 Romans 16:16
2006-07-10 10:00:15 · answer #6 · answered by robinhoodcb 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am a former member of the LDS church. All I can tell you is that it's going to be hard. I've pretty much lost my LDS family and friends, they have cast me aside. I hope the same doesn't happen to you. I wish you luck.
2006-07-10 20:00:44 · answer #7 · answered by Maggie 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm a wiccan, my mother believes in Jehovah, my sister and brother are both Christians, so whatever you think is your right path, than follow it with all your heart and soul.
And it sounds like to me that your family is trying to control your religious path, so if i were in your shoes, I'd say screw all ya'll, I'll follow what i want, and you all do the same.
Blessings from the goddess and god be upon you
A Child of the Goddess
2006-07-10 10:08:01 · answer #8 · answered by tallfemal 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Part of growing up is figuring out that sometimes, you're not going to agree with your parents. Sometimes, they're not going to be able to deal with this. And sometimes, you're just going to have to agree to disagree, and leave it at that.
Until then, ignoring them seems like your only reasonable option.
Do what is true to yourself.
2006-07-10 09:56:32 · answer #9 · answered by Miss Red 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
nothing like jumping out of the kettle and right into the frying pan.
Good Luck.
2006-07-10 10:22:54 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋