Interdenominational Dating

[SnowyMacie]

I've been meaning to make this thread for a while because I'm curious to what others opinions there are on this. I do think that we can all agree that Christians should really only date other Christians, I want to know what everyone thinks about dating someone of another denomination. Do you care as long as they are Christian? Do you only want someone of your denomination? Why? Vote in the poll and discuss below!

 

[Wolfe]

I don't care so long as they believe in biblical Christianity.

A lot of the denominations I see, take things out of Christianity, and try to downplay the severity of sins, or certain sins.
Such as fornication, and homosexuality.

These Christians, I would not date.

 

[Grandpa2390]

some denominations disagree on minor issues. id be ok with one of them

 

[ImAllLikeOkWaitWat]

I will date anyone of any denomination!

 

[ReesePiece23]

I'd draw the line at getting engaged to a Hindu girl again. Let's just say that.

Likewise though, I'm just as unlikely to involve myself with someone who lacks empathy towards humans and carries a biblical AK-47 with them.

 

[Applekrate]

As the Lord instructs us, we are not be be unequally yoked. It can be very hard to break away from someone you really like that does not have the same faith.
However, if you are asking about secondary issues such as Baptism in water vs sprinkled, etc, those are not salvation issues. I do not see in Scripture where the Lord is against that and I try to follow his word. What he says- goes.

 

[CodyFaith]

Nvm. Not really convinced on my own view.

 

[Cearbhall]

When I was Catholic, my only concerns were logistical, and really only in the long-term. With the strict stances of Catholicism, it's hard to compromise on things like the wedding ceremony and children's Baptisms.

 

[timewerx]

I'm fine with any Christian as long as they won't attempt to push their denomination to me. I might even go to church with them.

But I would still always go back to my church which only exists in my head.

 

[Grandpa2390]

If she can bake... I'm good

 

[LoveDivine]

I would. So long as we agreed on the essentials ( I realize that the criteria or definition of what is essential doctrine could vary from person to person ) and could respect the other person's stance on minor differences. Mostly I'd hope to see that the guy had a genuine love for Christ and others and was committed to his faith. That's really what matters to me. I don't personally think any one denomination is perfect. I respect Christians from various theological persuasions.

 

[Gnarwhal]

I voted 'no'. There's a lot at stake that I wouldn't want to risk by pursuing a relationship with someone who isn't Catholic. It's important to me that a potential spouse and I be on the same page not just in matters of faith but also morals, and a pious Catholic would meet those criteria.

I've been down the wrong road before, the conflict that comes from even being slightly off with each other is exhausting, frustrating, and sometimes irreconcilable. My advice: avoid that kind of issue at all costs.

 

[Citanul]

For me it really depends what differences exist and how important they are. So I don't think that I could date a Catholic as I think there are too many differences there. But minor things wouldn't really bother me.

And a lot of people aren't necessarily all that bothered about the finer details of what their denomination believes, but rather attend a specific church because the people there or things that particular church does. I'd fall into that category, so it's more a case of finding somewhere that I feel comfortable attending than somewhere that believes X, Y, and Z.

 

[blackribbon]

Kids are no longer an issue so I am a lot more flexible. I believe if I marry another denomination, I need to be willing to convert and not just expect them to convert to mine (marriage policy is to marry "as is" and not expect them to change...I only have control over change in me.) I do not think going to two different churches (unless you go together) builds a very solid marriage.

 

[Paulie079]

Yeah, I would say that I would date someone of another denomination with the caveat that we have to be in agreement about what type of church we go to. I could foresee certain theological issues getting in the way, though it wouldn't stop me from giving a relationship a chance.

 

[kittysbecute]

It would be very unusual if I dated someone in the same denomination as me.
Beyond denominations, I think its good to agree on the important things and good to not allow insignificant differences ruin a relationship. What to one person is significant may be insignificant to the other. So that is something to consider.
There was an uncomfortable denominational difference with someone I dated in the past.
I never really paid much attention to denominations until then.

 

[Rigatoni]

It all depends; I don't mind if we disagree on minor things, just as long as we are not unequally yoked. But personally, I don't identify with any particular denomination (non-denominational), and would prefer to meet someone who is the same way, especially if we agree on things like salvation, etc.

 

[TheGirlOnFire]

Yeah i would date someone from a different denominational after things were discussed, can't be any worse than dating a non-believer

 

[Sketcher]

Depends on the denomination. We should both be comfortable with worshiping in the same church.

 

[alsughasoughaiuyfygh]

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