christians, could you see yourself in a relationship with a muslim, jew,buddist,or hindu person?

Question

I have friends that are some of these religions, but I don't think I could ever marry someone that was not a christian. I think it would cause to many problems when it came time to raise our children.

for those of you that don't know what christian means

CHRISTIAN- a person who believes that jesus is the son of god,and that he died on the cross to save us from our sins.

I am adamnt that my children be raised as christians and I would feel as though someone were poisioning their minds if they were taught any differently.

Answer 1

Jesus said the greatest command is to love one another. I can see myself as friends with anyone on this earth. But for me, the belief in Jesus (Christianity) is a way of life. Jesus was the true role model of appropriate behavior. My life reflects my belief in Jesus. Since He is first in my life, he would have to be first in the life of my spouse too.

Answer 2

That depends on whether you're male or female.
When it comes to religion -- even Christianity, the male is usually considered the leader of the marriage.

I personally agree with the answer that Christians are not to be unequally yoked which means not to marry people of other religions.

-- 2Cr 6:14 Be ye not unequally yoked together with unbelievers: for what fellowship hath righteousness with unrighteousness? and what communion hath light with darkness? --

In many religions this would cause a serious problem, especially when Children are involved.

Women need to take special care when looking to marry someone of another religion. Other religions have more radical views on marital duties. Even in the early days of Christianity women were considered property of the husband -- which, isn't truly scriptural.

So, beware women! If you're a western woman of the Christian faith, tread lightly when looking to marry someone who is of another faith. Look into the culture from which they've been raised and choose wisely.

Answer 3

It is America everyone should except all religions just like we should accept all races. This does not mean you must convert to someone elses religion though.There is no right or wrong religion or only one way. My brother in law is Catholic and my sister in law is Jewish, they have been happily married for 15 years. I am a Wiccan and my husband is a Catholic we have been happily married for 10 years. We enjoy & respect each others belifes. This also gives us more holidays to celebrate and have a good time with. Kindness comes from the inside not what religion you are.

Answer 4

yes i could see myself with someone from another religion. i have an open mind and it would very educational to raise my children with two religions. they would not be ignorant to other people. i may practice certain things but i would not convert totally into the religion. as long as my husband respects me and I respect him, there should be no problems for anyone. i say the more the merrier. also i think this would work with younger people because younger people are not as stubborn as older people who do not like to change their ways after 40, 50, or 60 years.

Answer 5

I agree. I have friends of many faiths, and lack there of, but those that I am closest too share my Christian beliefs as well. I do believe it is the best for people to have the same beliefs in marriage. It is better for the longevity of your relationship and faith. Especially for the children, I think it a terrible crime for a child to grow up not knowing the love and stregth having faith brings, and when there is conflict in what direction to go it will weigh on the child greatly.

Answer 6

You are right. Problems will flare up. That is why God instructs us not to marry anyone who does not believe in Jesus Christ.

When one's mind is determined not to believe in Jesus, that mind will not and cannot understand the doctrine of the Anointed One unless God is drawing(1) that person to himself.

This is why discussions with clever points and counterpoints come to a draw because those who do not believe in God, ask Christians to prove there is a God. These people will not change their minds even when given the evidence provided in the scriptures.

Some Christians (with good intentions, I was one of them) try to explain Christianity to the antichrist(2). Is there a possibility someone who does not believe may choose to believe?

Yes, there will always be such a possibility. Plenty of testamonies exist to confirm this fact, but the possibility will only come through God drawing that person to himself. Then God will orchestrate an opportunity for the non-believer to become a believer in Jesus Christ.

When Jesus came out of the wilderness(3), Satan wanted Jesus to prove He is the Son of God by turning stones into bread, jumping off the top of the temple, and worshiping him in exchange for all the kingdoms in the world.

Bottomline, Jesus quoted scriptures from the book of Deuteronomy. He also demonstrated to Christians we do not have to prove anything to people who ask us to prove that God is.

Anyone in a relationship with an unbeliever has put out the welcome mat for the antichrist to come into their life.

Answer 7

there is not something incorrect in helping someone or animal in want, in reality it truly is a really commendable kindness. Jesus Christ once instructed of someone being robbed alongside the way became overwhelmed and became left 1/2 lifeless. a priest became on his way even as he said the bleeding guy, replaced direction and continued on his way. yet another non secular guy got here, a Levite (clergyman) went close yet did not carry any finger to help, then went his way. The third guy to go back turned right into a Samaritan, an outcast and theory-about via Jews as lawless. The Samaritan became right now moved in compassion, on the prompt, he anointed the injuries with oil, bind them and he extra the guy to close by hostel or motel. earlier leaving, the Samaritan handed the innkeeper adequate quantity of money to conceal the prices or maybe promised to pay in spite of is due even as he comes back. on the top of the myth, Jesus requested his target market, "Who do you imagine did the right element?" Jesus taught, love your fellow guy as you want your own. besides, "LOVE YOUR ENEMY", "PRAY should you PERSECUTE YOU" If Christians are to love and pray should you damage them, how a lot more beneficial for those weak, needy and unable to damage all and sundry?

Answer 8

I was married to a wonderful man who was Jewish. While we differed both religiously and politically, we both respected each others right to believe as we chose. In my case, however, it was a second marriage. We each had children of our own from a previous marriage. His children were raised Jewish and mine Christian. We observed each others holidays. He attended church with me and I went to Temple with him. My point is, if you truly love and respect someone, little else matters.

Answer 9

I could see myself in a relationship with a Jewess.

Christians are pretending to be Jews in my opinion and we're still part of the Jewish family; it's only that we've extended who can be "Jewish" because membership in Christianity is not bound by genetic lineage.

Answer 10

Certainly not to go out with one, or marry one. The Bible speaks about being unequally yoked with unbelievers. But to have a friend as one, there is no problem at all. We are to communicate the love of Christ to them.