I'm not sure where to post this, so please forgive me if I am posting in the wrong forum!
I am having a slight problem with an opinion held by someone very close and dear to me. We have moved on from being angry by the difference of opinions, and are now trying to find the truth, no matter what it may be!
Their opinion is that interracial relationships (of a romantic nature) are wrong. Absolutely, 100% wrong, no matter what the circumstances. I happen to completely disagree with that. I don't think that you can put a label on any group, no matter who they are. I don't believe that you can say that as a WHOLE, it is wrong for one group to do something, or that this group as a WHOLE should not do this.
Now, I believe that in some instances, it would not be wise for different races to marry. But in some cases, it would be perfectly fine. It just depends on the individuals, and on what God has in mind for them.
And since I mentioned God... =)
I don't believe that it says anywhere in the Bible that you should not marry into another race. He tells us not to be yoked with unbelievers. But he says nothing (that I have seen!) about sticking to only your own race.
So now is the part where everyone reading this is brought into the situation. I would like your opinions, and your knowledge. As I said before, we are searching for the truth. I would really appreciate your input on what that is. If you have a Biblical basis to back up your opinion, that would be wonderful! And if you don't feel comfortable talking about it in an open forum, feel free to send me a private message. I just want to know your heart.
Thank you!
God Bless!
Anna
I am having a slight problem with an opinion held by someone very close and dear to me. We have moved on from being angry by the difference of opinions, and are now trying to find the truth, no matter what it may be!
Their opinion is that interracial relationships (of a romantic nature) are wrong. Absolutely, 100% wrong, no matter what the circumstances. I happen to completely disagree with that. I don't think that you can put a label on any group, no matter who they are. I don't believe that you can say that as a WHOLE, it is wrong for one group to do something, or that this group as a WHOLE should not do this.
Now, I believe that in some instances, it would not be wise for different races to marry. But in some cases, it would be perfectly fine. It just depends on the individuals, and on what God has in mind for them.
And since I mentioned God... =)
I don't believe that it says anywhere in the Bible that you should not marry into another race. He tells us not to be yoked with unbelievers. But he says nothing (that I have seen!) about sticking to only your own race.
So now is the part where everyone reading this is brought into the situation. I would like your opinions, and your knowledge. As I said before, we are searching for the truth. I would really appreciate your input on what that is. If you have a Biblical basis to back up your opinion, that would be wonderful! And if you don't feel comfortable talking about it in an open forum, feel free to send me a private message. I just want to know your heart.
Thank you!
God Bless!
Anna