There seems to be mutual interest between me and this girl. The problem is that she is Christian and I am not. I really do not see how there could be anything because of this. I am pretty sure it would end in disaster, yet part of me is in conflict with that. Thoughts?
2007-01-29 02:32:10 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Family & Relationships ➔ Singles & Dating
eh, if she really likes you she'll be with you and faith or whatever wont/ shouldn't be a problem.
2007-01-30 01:31:38 · answer #1 · answered by chexmix 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The only baggage you bring to a relationship is all that you can't leave behind. No, its a quote from a U2 song but very appropriate here.
What makes you say it will end in disaster? How do you know this? Is the problem a fear of society and its reaction? Your family perhaps? Her family? Or is it yourself?
Why, in the face of mutual interest, will you turn away because of religion? Does she feel the same-that the religious gap is too wide to cross? If you were to ask God, how do you think He would answer? Would your God say 'No'?
This seems to affect you more than her (unless you two have discussed this already). We know this because you are asking the question. So...why does this affect you?
And to actually answer the question, yes, it is possible to have a harmonious relationship with differing religions.
2007-01-29 10:48:40 · answer #2 · answered by jw 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dragon,
Depending on how deeply she is in to her religion, this may pose a problem.
How much do you really like her? If you think now, that will end in disaster, than maybe you should sever ties. There is no real reason to continue when you know the ending result.
I wish you luck with this. I think it could work, but there will need to be serious effort on both parts.
2007-01-29 10:42:04 · answer #3 · answered by Bathroom Graffiti 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, if she pushed her religion on you, then it could be a problem. If you understand her need for religion and are willing to let that go, I don't see the problem. I mean compromise is a major part of a relationship. I wouldn't discount feelings that could be there (or that you obviously think are there), especially on both of your sides, because she may be more understanding than you are giving her credit for.
2007-01-29 10:43:31 · answer #4 · answered by Christina C 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Religion is one of the issues that couples don't continue. Esp if one of them holds fast to their beliefs and is part of their lifestyle. Imagine 2 persons of different spiritual background and you build a house together, usually you would wish that your partner share the same beliefs and also activities together. Might come in some conflict and if she is stonch, think might have lots of friction. I guess you can tread carefully. OR go to church? :)
2007-01-29 10:42:04 · answer #5 · answered by littlepurplebugz 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you should talk about your dilemna with this girl. It may or may not be worth giving it a try. If your absolutely sure that you guys wouldn't be able to make it work, I'd move on and keep it at a friendship level.
2007-01-29 10:49:37 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Faith is Faith.. whatever your beliefs.. don't cut out the chance that you and this girl may be great together. It will be difficult, but you both may be able to learn from one another.. Just cuz you do not share the same relgion, doesn't mean you can't share dinner!
2007-01-29 10:41:13 · answer #7 · answered by crystalynwilliams 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You just need to be careful around her. What you say, how you do things, you know the usual.
2007-01-29 10:42:03 · answer #8 · answered by Mike 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Skip your prejudices and go for her!
2007-01-29 15:57:29 · answer #9 · answered by Instant Problemsolver 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋