I fear for his life, and his soul. I'm afraid that alot of people will be angry, and so will God.
2007-01-12 15:49:45 · 41 answers · asked by ocatothethird 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Live and let live.
2007-01-12 15:54:10 · answer #1 · answered by Green Lantern 4 · 8⤊ 5⤋
This could be a phase, a time of exploration, don't become pushy and controlling. Religion is a very personal matter and has ripped apart families and contries in times of discontent so bring it down a notch. Assuming this is not a phase them all you can do is be supportive and pray for him yourself. If you try to convince him of the error of his ways then yes, maybe he waill tell you he was wrong and attend church every Sunday; but don't you think that God would know if he wasn't being sincere? Forcing religous beliefs on someone never works. I am atheist but still believe in many of the fundementals of Christianity like trying everyday to make the world better, community service, I volunteer, I am always honest and I go out of my way to help others. You can still be a good worth while person while not believeing in God. Take a deep breath and be thankful that your son is at least interested in spirituality and encourage education.
2007-01-12 15:59:47 · answer #2 · answered by Rachel Green 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I know this is a hard thing. My advice would be is to "Live and let live" but at the same time be a good example of a loving Mom who loves God. Keep praying for your son as I am sure you are already doing.
Here is a Persian quote that I find very helpful in these kinds of tough situations.
"A gentle hand may lead an elephant with a single hair"
2007-01-12 15:56:16 · answer #3 · answered by Cat 3 · 3⤊ 1⤋
Tough one...but the first thing that came to mind is the story of St Augustine of Hippo...He was a Bishop and a Great saint of the church, having many teachings and preachings that have worked in the hearts of men from his time till today, only by the Grace of the Holy Spirit...
what is the significance you say? He was in exactly in the same situation as your son, what's more, his mother (monica) was in the same situation as you...
She used to go crying to St. Jerome and begging him to pray for him, and she constantly prayed and cried to God begging Him to intervene...St Jerome used to comfrort and say "Believe that the child of such tears will never perish...God has surely heard your cries, and His name will be glorified with your son"
and guess what happened? It happened...St Augustine found Christ again, and offered what some fathers term the greatest repentance in history, and went on to become a shining light in the Church of God, furthermore a Bishop and a strong defender of the faith.
So start by praying to God to lead him and guide him and work in his heart...and do not bible-bash him or push too far or make him hate God and the Church...but with love and suport and intelectual mutual discussions, try to work with him to answer his own questions...but as I said, above all, pray till you are blue in the face, and see the wonders of God work with him, and see what happens.
we too will pray for your son...if you wish, e-mail me his name and I will place it on the alter next service, and God will offer what is best...rest assured, no one can ever love your son more than God Himself.
God bless you and support you.
2007-01-12 15:59:57 · answer #4 · answered by copticphoenix 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Leave him alone. As long as he isn't hurting other people or being an obnoxious prat, he'll be fine. God will forgive him in the end as long as he's a good person, and even if he doesn't, the worse your son'll get is Limbo for the virtuous heathen.
2007-01-16 01:49:14 · answer #5 · answered by Chris W 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is one main thing you can do - pray for him. You see prayers work wonders. You might not see any changes immediately (no quick fix here), but over time God will work wonders in your son's life.
The important thing is to keep praying for your son. Even ask your friends and family to pray for him.
2007-01-12 16:01:20 · answer #6 · answered by Parineetha 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Pray for him ... continually. And love him nevertheless. You cannot force him to beleive what you believe and badgering him will be counter-productive. Faith is a gift from God. Just live as authentic a Christian life as you can. Action speaks louder than words.
2007-01-12 16:52:22 · answer #7 · answered by Phoebhart 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Let him be an atheist. Afterall there is no proof god exists and religion just causes problems. All religion does is start wars and hold back humanity.
2007-01-12 16:03:04 · answer #8 · answered by novid_manu 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Just pray for him and leave it up to God. Don't worry if people get angry, God is the one that knows our hearts and will be our judge. not them.
2007-01-12 16:00:51 · answer #9 · answered by p.j. 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Mom? is that you?
no, you couldnt be my mom, oh well seeing as i am a son of a baptist and an atheist, i can tell you that all he wants from you is love and support :) dont fear for his soul (or just fear behind closed doors) the last thing he needs right now is a guilt trip.
good luck!
2007-01-12 15:56:13 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 5⤊ 3⤋
Get him a Bhgavad Gita As it is by Bhaktivedanta Prabhupada. Many People I know where atheists or Christians or Jews but when they read Bhagavad Gita they saw truth all the way through and now know god in actuality. Also known as Krishna, Allah, Jehovah, Vishnu, etc. go to harekrishnatemlpe. for more details.
2007-01-12 15:54:06 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 5⤋