We have been dating seriously for almost 3 months and I am completely in love with him. We are able to encourage one another in our faiths and have so far, been able to respect each others' differences. I'm wondering if this is something we would be able to maintain in a long term relationship.
2006-09-03 16:09:37 · 11 answers · asked by Celestian Vega 6 in Family & Relationships ➔ Singles & Dating
Depends on what kind of a Christian you are and what kind of a Buddhist he is. It would be interesting to know what your differences have been so far.
If you have the life of Christ in your heart and not a bunch of dogma in your head it can work. I am Protestant and would probably have an easier time living with a Buddhist woman than with many creed bound Christians.
Nevertheless, Scripture says not to yoke with unbelievers and marriage is a yoke. If you have a pastor, check it out with him.
Regardless of what I said about living with a Buddhist; it would still be hard because it is outside God's perfect will. That is not the easiest way to go.
2006-09-04 15:15:59 · answer #1 · answered by Tommy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do not force your religion on your partner, then you will not have any concerns. So far, both of you have been ok. So why the concern? You seem to be unsure, because you are concerned about the future.
I suggest you take your time with each other, until your relationship is stronger before really committing to each other permanently. I think you have to discuss and agree upon the future with regards to children. Is religion going to play a major role for them, or are you going to allow them the freedom to decide for themselves as well?
2006-09-03 16:55:37 · answer #2 · answered by G.T. L 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think it could work. Iam a catholic and my boyfriend is an atheist, I guess its not quite as hard. Sometimes i make jokes about it just teasing him about his lack of faith. At the same time ive spoken to him about my beliefs and he takes me seriously. he never questions it or forces his beliefs upon me. and ive made it clear that one day my children will be catholics. His lack of faith doesn't bother me and he knows how i feel about mine, and we still love each other. So just make sure that if its a serious relationship you both understand how you feel, and if its important to you and theres a possibility that one day you may marry and have children it may be a good idea to mention casually the faith you would like your children to be, because i think its one of those things you would want to leave till the last minute to talk about. Finally remember there are some things you should never discuss politics , religion and ethics. :-) my boyfriend is very political, ive learnt my lesson :-)
2006-09-03 16:22:01 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think as long as both of you respect each others religion and don't try to force beliefs or change each other, it could work out. The only problem I could see is if someday you had kids. It would be hard to decide what faith to raise them in.
2006-09-03 16:13:21 · answer #4 · answered by ♥dream_angel♥ 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, the bible says that whoever you date should be christian, but there are some people out there that are like that. Just pray about it, and talk to a pastor about it.. just ask urself one question.. if u have kids what religion are the gonna grow up on.???
2006-09-03 16:22:03 · answer #5 · answered by Bryana W 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well the bible says you should be equally yoked, maybe talk to your pastor about it. I know my brother's ex wife is a jehovah's witness and he wasn't and they had a lot of problems.
2006-09-03 16:12:32 · answer #6 · answered by Lady G 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes it can if u both love each other but u both have to commit to one another but yes it will work im a johovas witness and my gurl is a christen so yes it will work
2006-09-03 16:14:30 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are serious and end up getting married, those two opposite
faiths will tear your marriage apart!
2006-09-03 16:14:08 · answer #8 · answered by Smokey 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It would never work. Have you heard the the light has nothing to do with darkness?
2006-09-03 16:13:04 · answer #9 · answered by 5324 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
in the end, love will save the day..
2006-09-03 16:12:29 · answer #10 · answered by jixiang 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋