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Post by dpd

I wouldn't say that's true of Christianity.

Depends which form of Christianity you follow...............sheesh thats not sounding good is it. The difference between say Baptist and Pentecostals is almost as big as Muslim and catholics.

I'd imaginge it would be very, very hard to manage as time goes on, each wishing and praying that the other convert to their way of thinking.

it shouldn't matter as religion is supposed to teach one other how to respect each other and inspire the other to grow within their own lives. That's pretty much the key to a healthy relationship as well.

Post by Pirostitch

it shouldn't matter as religion is supposed to teach one other how to respect each other and inspire the other to grow within their own lives. That's pretty much the key to a healthy relationship as well.

If you can quote 1 scripture from the bible that says to be tolerant of other religions...........I'll take back my comments.

BTW, welcome from DSLR ;-)

Post by dpd

Will he be Christened at all Samantha? I'm wondering if a Christian christening (specifically non-denomination) would placate her?

Apparently not! I'm church of England and according to them its a made up religion

Of course, it makes a difference. But, how much of a difference is up to you! i.e. If you believe in Jesus and he doesn't how does that affect you..that's the question.

In a Utopian world, religion would not matter, love and respect would reign over the masses. The unfortunate reality is that religion does matter, and I say this with years of life experience behid me. I was in a 7 year relationship with someone who was not of the same religion as mine. We tried and tried, went to hell and back for each other and thought love would conquer all. There were many reason for our eventual break up but had we been the same religion it we might have had a chance. Religion does matter especially when both parties are practising. It goes without saying that compromises are a must in such a situation, but at what point should you continue to compromise without loosing your identity and what you stand for? At what point can you continue to compromise and still stay happy with yourself and the person you are with? That's just my two cents :)

Post by Steve Lockyer

[quote]Post by Pirostitch

it shouldn't matter as religion is supposed to teach one other how to respect each other and inspire the other to grow within their own lives. That's pretty much the key to a healthy relationship as well.

If you can quote 1 scripture from the bible that says to be tolerant of other religions...........I'll take back my comments.

BTW, welcome from DSLR ;-)[/quote]


why is tolerance the issue only for the Bible? The God in the Bible is asking for devotion to him, out of love, because he first loved us.

There are sections of the Koran that are not simply asking for devotion to Allah, but that are very specific to the religion itself.

The Bible does not command people to be "Christian," in fact the term Christian is not used until the church at Antoich in the book of Acts, and is a term that was created by people around them, it was not created by the Christian's themselves. it says "and they were called Christians"
The Bible teaches love. and it is made clear that the God of the Bible does not desire for any person to be seperated from him, however he gives us the choice.
(Matthew 18:4, parable of the sheep)

ok i dont want to go on forever haha. I don't know about "tolerance" but i do know that the Bible is a book of love, for all people. (Romans 10:12 "For there is no difference between Jew and Gentile-the same Lord is Lord of all and ichly blesses all who call on him.")

:-)

Post by Steve Lockyer

[quote]Post by dpd

I wouldn't say that's true of Christianity.

Depends which form of Christianity you follow...............sheesh thats not sounding good is it. The difference between say Baptist and Pentecostals is almost as big as Muslim and catholics.

I'd imaginge it would be very, very hard to manage as time goes on, each wishing and praying that the other convert to their way of thinking.[/quote]


personally, i wouldnt compare the difference between muslim and catholics to pentecostals and baptists. haha ....it also depends on what kind of baptist. but i mean muslims and catholics are two completely separate religions,whereas baptists and pentecostals have the same fundamental beliefs, with a few theoligical differences. i think these differences would be much easier to reconcile, as opposed to two completely different sets of beliefs, especially when muslims dont teach Christ as Savior, and Catholics do. It would be hard for me to reconcile someone believeing the person I beleived to be my savior, was merely a good man or prophet. but thats just me :-)
i mean, i wouldnt hold it against a person, but in a romantic relationship it would be very difficult.

and to the original question, i agree with what a alot of people have said already. it depends on how devout each person is. for me, it wold be very difficult as my relationship with God dictates the way i make decisions and view life. it would be difficult to be in a relationship with someone who simply could not fully understand that portion of my life, because it is such a big part for me.
but it really depends on the individuals. its possible, but takes a lot of work. although i think thats one of the lading causes of divorce....im pulling that out of nowhere, but i think i heard it somewhere.
every relationship will have its challenges, you simply have to choose which ones you are wiling to fight through, and which ones aren't worth the effort.

if you want to talk about the Qur'aan, it specifically says that "people of the book" (Chistians and Jews) are believers and will be able to get into heaven provided they are good people. ifyour christian you have to accept Jesus etc. Ofcourse it talks about things specific to the religion- the religion is based around the book!
The difference isnt that big but maybe you shouldnt speak from ignorance.