This is not meant to be a racist question by any means!!! But is there anything I should know if making friends with Christians? I'm sure this is a silly question, and they are probably just like everyone else, but just asking..........No offense intended, honestly!
2007-08-09 21:30:21 · 14 answers · asked by ♥bigmamma♥ 6 in Society & Culture ➔ Cultures & Groups ➔ Other - Cultures & Groups
Actually I'm also wondering will they look down on me because I'm not Christian? I will probably be making friends with the mothers.
Also the reason we joined the group is for the kids, to have someone for them to play with. It's like 5 blocks from my home where they meet each Tuesday at the park, so it's very convenient and just trying to make friends...
2007-08-09 21:39:36 · update #1
I do believe in god, I was just raised as Lutheran...Labeling your religion doesn't make much sense to me. I guess I'm not as religious as a lot of people, but I DO BELIEVE IN GOD.
2007-08-09 21:42:51 · update #2
girl, i am a baptist christian and i have lots of friends who aren't the same religion as me, and it's not promblem, we believe in God as well, so there is really not much you need to know, we are all human no matter what we believe in, so relax, the fact that you and these people all belive in God is great, and they should not we are not to judge, so tell them what religion you are and if they are true christians it won't matter to them.....it's great your children have joined a play group and it's for the kids so don't let adult religious matters get in the way..........
2007-08-10 04:26:22 · answer #1 · answered by Nita and Michael 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The word you want is prejudice not racist because this doesn't have to do with race it has to do with prejudging a group. When I taught at a private Christian school, I had a family that was Wiccan and a family where the dad was Muslim. Oftentimes people send their kids to loin different groups for different reasons. I have no idea if the kids eventually converted their parents or if the kids looked down on their parents. I would think that the parents would have thought that this was a possibility but thought that the experience outweighed the repercussions.
2007-08-10 08:18:42 · answer #2 · answered by nubiangeek 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
BigM,
there are many worse things you could have had your kids join. I know the feeling however, as to what your likely concern is. Depending upon the people of this organization will likely depend upon how they approach you, ask you, and seek from you whether you hold beliefs similar to theirs. This is natural - but don't be a push over either. If this organization merely accepts your kids as "kids" joining then terrific, they get to make new friends and you know that they are in a safe environment. If however this becomes dependent upon YOU and your beliefs (and which may be contrary to what YOU think is appropriate) then simply remove your kids. People should be accepted for who they are; obviously some need more help than others - but at the end of the day we all put our socks on one at a time.
Best to you!
2007-08-10 06:04:55 · answer #3 · answered by Gerry 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well, I'm curious why you joined a Christian play group if you're not Christian, but whatever makes your kids happy, I guess. Anyway, Christians, for the most part, are like anyone else. I'd just refrain from discussing anything controversial- abortion, homosexuality, etc. Not that you would with children around. Other than that, be prepared for the possibility that some of them may try to convert you.
2007-08-10 04:35:18 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
There is no racism talking about christains, now.. if you replaced the word christain with mornon you'de probably peeve someone off, but.. your ok. Advise on christains... they like to tell your kids about god, so before you go yelling at them for it - expect it first and if you have a problem with it... don't let them join.
EDIT:
Matters on the christains then... some would have you say "I believe in jesus christ as my lord and savior" in front of them. Personably speaking I think their crazy for asking anything of people. A "I'm lutheran" .. (christain, protestant, mormon, catholic).. or any religion that believes in teh same god should be enough. But if their baptists... omg, watch out. Will they look down on you tho?... Probably so whether it be how you raise your kids, how you talk to your kids, how they talk to you... how moral you are, how holy you are. What kind of implications yours kids will have on their kids lives. Whether or not your husband is a good man or not...
Its all part of having a extended family.
2007-08-10 04:33:13 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
It depends. The groups are so diverse. The group could be great and accepting. On the other hand, there could be tension because you're not part of the group. They may never mention their religion, or the could subtly try to slip God and Jesus into conversation.
It's different in different areas and with different Christian groups.
2007-08-10 04:35:56 · answer #6 · answered by James-hova RTR: Suspended Champ 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
i think that its perfectly normal for kids to want to hang out with other kids...i mean they r only 4&6 so they cant be doing it for the religious reasons so i think it will be fine and as for the other adults in this group they shouldnt have a problem with it but if they say something then just tell them that you have a right to join whatever you want and do what ever is best for your kids and whatever makes them most happy! please your family...not strangers you want to make friends with!*
2007-08-10 04:35:00 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Honestly Christians are just like every other person. You pass millions of people daily that are and they are just like you. The only thing that seperates a believer and non believer is God, and him in our life. We smile, cry, feel, hurt everything that you do and feel so does a christian. I bet you know alot of christians and just don't know it many dont share unless given the chance. God works in our life day in and day out, who knows this might be him reaching out to your family, and showing you his way of living.
2007-08-10 04:36:29 · answer #8 · answered by Ally... 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Christians are TYPICALLY very aggressive towards non believers only if provoked. If you are honest and kind they will most likely be that way also. Also if they do ask you why you don't believe you should talk about it in the perspective of, "I don't believe because" instead of "It doesn't exist because." It is typically more easy on Christian ears and introduces discussion rather than debate.
2007-08-10 04:36:03 · answer #9 · answered by Someone 2 · 2⤊ 1⤋
None taken. Just remember Jesus is not only the son of God but, He is also God and He died and was resurrected to save mankind from it's sins.
Thats what Christians believe and we just try to be nice, thoughtful caring people...we are not perfect and any one who tells you differently is sorely mistaken.
If you really want to know...just try talking to the kid's parents....we dont bite.
2007-08-10 04:36:36 · answer #10 · answered by ? 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋