His Morman Family does not like me, they think I am trying to change him. I am not though. I like him just the way he is, he keeps asking me more about my religion, and I answer him. He is interested in my Religion. Ever since then, his family is trying to keep us apart. I don't want this.
2006-08-03 06:02:21 · 14 answers · asked by DancingBarefoot 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
I think there are missing pieces to this puzzle.
Blessings )O(
2006-08-03 06:07:56 · answer #1 · answered by Epona Willow 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi Abby,
i want to encourage you first to think long-term. God does give us a command not to be unequally yoked and the reason is because in a marriage (and i do assume you're hoping to eventually marry this guy) husands and wives share everything and that would include the most important thing in your life- your relationship with God. Also you have to consider future issues like which church do your children go to? You can't truly pray together if you're not praying to the same God right? Remember when you get married- the two become one... it'll be great struggle if you're beliefs about life are not the same.
That being said- i'm not telling you to break or stay together, but just saying you have to keep that perspective in mind- the long run. The Bible does also teach believers how to witness to their unbeliving spouses (and it's through gentleness, and submission to the Lord and their husbands). Do your best to treat him with Christ's kindness.
You seem young with a long way's to grow and i would encourage you to find a sister who is strong in the Lord that you can pray with and who can encourage and share with you from God's word.
Mormons are very strong about not marrying outside of their faith and off course his family doesn't like you because they are afraid he is not going to become Mormon. You are in a position to share with Him what you know about Christ- and the decision is up to Him.
I know you say that you don't want this, but ultimately you have to decide between standing firm in your faith, or compromising it. Christ warns us about gaining the whole world and losing your soul. Be careful what you put all your heart in. I know you love this boy, but don't let your love for him, cause you to not love God with all your heart,...
Bless You. Praying for You,
Nickster
2006-08-03 13:32:09 · answer #2 · answered by Nickster 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try visiting the website for the Utah Lighthouse Ministry. They are former Mormons (both descendents of Brigham Young) who are now Evangelical Christians. They are really nice people, with well researched materials, that could help you.
2006-08-03 13:08:25 · answer #3 · answered by Hawk 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First and formost, PRAY. As a Christian, you need to strive for what God wants of you. As of right now, I would suggest you stay friends (I'm using the term friend, because I do not know how close of a boyfriend/girlfriend relationship you have), and keep answering questions that he may have. Remember, it is not you who will change him, but God.
2006-08-03 13:15:50 · answer #4 · answered by nom_de_plume30 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
its good that you guys talk about these things because theres hardly anything more important than what you believe. its good hes interested in your faith. if his parents love him they will have to let him make his own decisions..if they wont he will still try to find the truth and he wont let them make his decisions for him ..so dont worry..
however its important you share the same beliefs and values
because you have to know what you are going to teach your kids someday. just see how it all turns out..and i would recommend that you pray about it..im sure god will show you what to do.. im in a similar situation actually..my boyfriend and are both christians but hes no longer sure what he believes .
but we just talk alot about it and also pray for each other and that actually strenghens our relationship
well..hope this helps..ill pray for you okay?
2006-08-03 13:24:50 · answer #5 · answered by ea 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You sound very young. I don't think you have to worry about it. Religion & dating are too serious of a combo when you are young. Just have fun.
2006-08-03 13:13:40 · answer #6 · answered by Wrapped in Thorns 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Mormons are Christian in every sense of the word, hence the name of the church as the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
What is scaring you?
2006-08-03 13:09:13 · answer #7 · answered by Guitarpicker 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The only reasonable thing to do is to meet each other half-way... both of you should become atheists.
2006-08-03 13:07:59 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should both adopt atheism so religion doesn't have to come between you.
2006-08-03 13:09:19 · answer #9 · answered by ChooseRealityPLEASE 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your religion first? then some answers.
2006-08-03 13:07:47 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋