I mean a gal i get to know for 7 mths said no to me as we have faith barrier. she is a christian and i a catholic. i been praying for pretty long months and wonder should i give up as she wish me to find someone better. but she still tears alot, eating, be it in the car, hiking, or sending me home from the bus station. I ask her why she said don't know but she did say she felt bad in rejecting me (as we agreed to pray prior)
2007-08-01 06:05:25 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Stick in there Jason. As they say, "a feint heart never won a beautiful lady".
2007-08-01 06:59:20 · answer #1 · answered by Jim 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is a common misconception among some Protestant denominations that "Catholic" is not "Christian." A bigotry, almost, and much of it stems from the idea of a "believer's baptism" and certain Roman Catholic rituals (Eucharist, Veneration of Saints, etc) that they cannot accept.
There's an equally common misconception that Protestants are NOT Catholic - although the Church teaches that all "validly Baptized persons" are members of the Church, even if not in Full Communion.
God may or may not be closing this door. If your friend believes you have a Faith Barrier, you need to find out what she thinks is keeping you apart?
Both of you believe in Jesus Christ, Son of the Most High God. Both of you believe that Salvation is through Faith Alone. Maybe you need to really discuss WHAT she thinks this barrier is?
I've been married for 20 years to a Southern Baptist, and I'm a Roman Catholic. It has been the best eye-opening experience of my life! Studying the Beliefs of the Catholic Church to answer her questions led me to a deeper Faith and Understanding of the Church. Being able to answer her questions allayed her concerns that I was some sort of Satan Worshiper.
Perhaps God has given you this opportunity to study your own faith, and get to know her belief system. Pray for guidance and understanding in this situation.
If nothing else, this may be an opportunity for you to explore your own Faith, and to teach her that all of her "preconceptions" are not accurate!
2007-08-01 13:19:18 · answer #2 · answered by jbtascam 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Last time I checked, a Catholic IS a Christian. So that is kind of weird.
In any case, it sounds to me like your girl simply isn't interested in having a committed relationship with you. Odds are the religious differences are just the excuse, or perhaps a symbol of other incompatibilities. You are probably best off letting her go and moving on. There are other fish in the sea. Odds are God is only closing a door to open another.
Good luck!
2007-08-01 13:08:25 · answer #3 · answered by Mr. Taco 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
If you want this girl, do not let her go over some stupid reason. You have to make a stand and really express your love for her, or it will be too late. Live a good life and always do what your heart tells you. That way you may not always work out, but you will never have regrets. I am a Catholic, my wife is an Anglican, no big whoop.
2007-08-01 13:10:11 · answer #4 · answered by great gig in the sky 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, remember for every door the lord closes' another one opens, so be patient, this may not be the time for you to be together, if it's meant to be he will open that door again, it could just be a test, I know your praying about it and I know for sure the Lord is listening, he may just be saying this is not meant to be or he may be testing your faith....whatever you decide, never give up, and keep praying.
2007-08-01 16:36:23 · answer #5 · answered by Nita and Michael 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
She is the one who said no and there is a reason for it as well, not God. But also when God does close one door He always opens another door. You just need to be patience and see what God is doing for the 2 of you...If it is meant for the 2 of you then God will work everything out..
2007-08-01 13:23:30 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
You haven't resolved the fundamentals of your relationship.
Perhaps you could visit a bookstore, library or go online and purchase a christian workbook of premarital works. It's a great tool for anyone considering a lifelong relationship. God could use this to open the door!
2007-08-01 13:17:07 · answer #7 · answered by Ju ju 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Just get on your knees before God. Confess Jesus Christ your Lord & Savior to God out loud in prayer. Thank Jesus that His blood was shed for remission of your sins. Believe in your heart Jesus raised from the dead. Confess this faith with your mouth.
Be born of His Spirit, cleansed by His Blood, joint heirs with King Jesus. part of the family of God.
Being religious doesn't save you. Verbal confession & heart faith does. When you are a born again Christian, tell your girlfriend that you are born again. Then you won't have a faith barrier.
It is written to not be unequally yoked, like one who is born of God yoked with one who isn't. Because of the spiritual discord. You can be soul mates, but you can't be soul/spirit mates.
Actually, it would be sooo wonderful if you could confess this in front of her. And say also that in your relationship, God will be first, then family, then the body of Christ, then the career. She has to see total commitment to God.
The first commandment Jesus told us to remember is 'Love the Lord thy God with all your heart, mind, soul & strength'. The 2nd is 'Love others as you love yourself.'.
If you can't do this (because of pride), then you see that you aren't really committed to God or this gal.
I suggest practice first on your own, in your prayer closet. God sees you. http://www.fathersloveletter.com .
2007-08-01 13:12:07 · answer #8 · answered by LottaLou 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Can she understand you? I'm having a hard time. I'd say unless one of you is willing to change there would always be strife.
2007-08-01 13:08:54 · answer #9 · answered by Nora Explora 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sometimes He means "not now," but SHE'S the one who said no, not God.
2007-08-01 13:09:45 · answer #10 · answered by Steve 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋