In this post I will allow you to get a glimpse into my life. Hmmm, where should I start? Ok, lets rewind back about 2 years. In August of 2008 I moved back to Cleveland after leaving in Dayton for 5 years. I attended school there. Initially I was going to stay in Dayton and get an apartment after my campus housing lease was up. I could not find a job so I decided to return home. As soon as I got back home I started going to The Word Church. I grew up in church, went to church off and on in college but this time something was different. This pastor challenged me in a way no other leader had. He spoke of practical life topics from a Biblical perspective. His knowledge of the word was uncanny but he was in the process of getting his doctorate in theology (that explained it for me). I could tell that this was a true man of God who ran his church like an open book. He has a giving heart. With the help of the church members and his leadership the Word Church has done community outreach on a level not even big organizations have done. Sneakers, cars, bikes, school supplies, food and even a home has been given out. Wow, how awesome.
My life has definitely changed for the better. I realize though that there is always room for improvement and I am no where near perfect. Many people around me feel as if there will be some things I will have to sacrifice that go against my Christian values when it comes to dating. Ok, I said all this just to pose some questions. Here goes....
Are the chances slim to finding a mate who shares the same spiritual views and actually practices those views? Would you date someone that has a different faith? How important is spirituality to you when it comes to finding someone? Would you be open to converting to a different religion?
I know my views but I would love to hear yours regardless of what your beliefs are. Peace and blessings.
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ReplyDeleteO.k, so here is my two-cents on the subject...
In the wake of the Mosque Building issue and that mess in Florida, religion has become an even hotter button.
To me, spirituality, just like love-should have no boundaries. God, Jehovah, Allah...whichever one chooses to use, they are the same supreme being, and though I may be generalizing, from what i've gathered from others that practice those religions, love is a main theme.
As for finding a mate that actually shares the same views and PRACTICES them...that might be more of a challenge. I have read a few pieces on the topic, and most men that do practice christianity do not assemble in church, for various reasons. I've even had the issue come up with my own husband. He refuses to go to church. But he does believe in God, and he does pray.That's good enough for me.
Converting to another religion?
Well...on Sex and The City, Charlotte converted from Episcopalian to Judaism for the man she loved lol
and since in my eyes love and spirituality have no boundaries...why not?
Keep an open mind, and don't assume that the love of your life will come floating through the church doors, because he very well may not.
Be Encouraged-
mgs
That was very well said. Loved the 'Sex and the City' reference. I dated someone throughout college and it seems similiar to what you described. He considered himself to be Christian, prayed, and seemed to be knowledgeable about the word. However, our ideals differed in 'practice'. At times I felt he interpreted the word to fit his lifestyle because he could not see himself making changes at the time. It does make me wonder why the pews are filled with women on Sunday morning and just a sprinkle of men? This is not true of all churches because we have lots of men at my church but I'm sure the ratio to men and women is uneven still. At this point I'm not open to dating someone if their lifestyle is at least similiar to my own. Yesterday I saw a black couple around my age interacting and they are both Christian and virgins (I know, rare right). However, it did give me hope. Thanks for reading and following!!
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