Is it wrong for me to wait and let my child decide what religion he wants to believe in?
447672
Good for you! It is not wrong but remember to start exposing him to those different type of religion now so he will be able to look back to make his choice
310450
I am not sure I want my kids to be intermingled with ANY religious group AT ALL!!!! They are ALL starting to sound a bit scary to me?
392032
A child is usually the religion that the mother is.And the children won't be accepted as jewish unless the mother is.They could convert, though.But yes, a choice will need to be made.Or do what I do.Give my son back ground on every religion and let him choose when he's older.
694730
Well, there are lots of factors to consider.  Do you both follow your chosen religions very very faithfully?.... like, to the exact letter of the "law"?\n\nDo you have any idea if the other person's beliefs are compatable with what your house of worship teaches?\n\nHow will your family accept or reject this person?  How about your larger social circle.... friends and business colleagues (for when you are older ok).\n\nSit down and talk to your Priest, pastor, rabbi, Mullah or whatever person leads your faith, and ask their insights.
205254
Converting to islam is good. It is good that you first research the religion first before converting. Dont convert because he says so. My husband is muslim and i am christain. We have been together for 5 years. You decide what would be best for your child. Dont convert for the heck of it. Do it for you. We have decided that when we do have children(inshallah) they will be raised muslim.  If he loves you for YOU, then do what you think is best. Dont let him tell you what you need to do. Talk to him about this, and talk to other people too. Email me if you want any information.
378437
Well, i think that when there are different faiths involved both spouses have to be open minded and they have to communicate with each other about their different religions/ faith. I am not married but i am in a relationship where we both have different religions. We talk about it and we try to know or to learn about the different religion. Mostly because of curiosity but also b/c we have to set boundaries. So if you talk to them and make sure they know how you feel then it'll be alright, but also as long you each of you do not try to impose their religion on each other. Just be open minded and talk about it.
237351
let him to choose his own religion...
286175
I truly believe we should all make our own decisions on what we believe.  Take all the information and come to your own conclusion.  Keep researching and learning.  No one has all the answers or there won't be questions.  If something feels right to you - it is right to you - and that is most important.  The bottomline, regardless of all the extra fluff people add, is love God, love one another.  If we all practiced this the world would be a better place.  Good luck finding you peace!  Take Care and always ask!
595698
OK This question is truely for me..I have been through this. First: the dilemma of age and religion are two different things. Age is just a number, decied if you can live with yours. Where religion is concerned, I am a Muslim who married a Catholic. We both kept our religions. From the get go, we decieded on the perspective kids's faith, which was to be Catholic. I didn't care about forcing Islam on anyone, so the decision was easy. We kept religion totally our of our religion so far. She goes to church or not, not my problem. I go to mosque or not, not her problem. We celeberate all religious holidays and don't take carp from any reltaive and friends when it comes to our differences of religion. They don't like it, screw them !! There you go..Hope this helps. Feel free to contact me. I will luv to chat with you.  Jimmy
880017
Take some time and read a little about her beliefs.  Then you can make an educated decision about wither or not you could support her religious decision.  If you can live with what she believes, even if you don't share the same beliefs, then go for it!  If what she believes truly bothers you then kindly back away.
1050031
REMIND HIM THAT YOU ARE NO LONGER HIS CHILD.... YOU ARE AN ADULT AND AS AN ADULT YOU ARE ABLE TO MAKE LIFE DECISIONS ON YOUR OWN .....TELL HIM THAT HE RAISED YOU WELL THOUGH.... THIS IS YOUR DECISION YOU LOVE HIM  BUT THAT IS WHAT YOU WANT FOR YOU NOW.... ALSO GIVE AN EXAMPLE LIKE MY RELIGION IS LIKE MARRIAGE YOU WOULD NOT WANT SOME ONE TO CHOOSE YOUR HUSBAND&#92;WIFE FOR YOU WHY WOULD YOU WANT SOMEONE TO PICK YOUR RELIGION.... SAME THING.... GOOD LUCK..... BE BLESSED
59986
u keep being christian..it's up to her whether or not she wants to be religious...I'm 15 myself & I go to church on my own but sometimes when I go I feel like they're trying to shove me into the baptism pool...& one thing that can turn ppl off from religion r the religious nuts out there that think they're so high & mighty doing gods work but they end up looking down on other ppl & going against the commandments...I suggest letting her be but if she starts going out of control because she decides she's atheist then there is a problem...just keep being a good parent & let her breathe\n\nMy English teacher recently told me the most wonderful thing I probably ever heard....Our generaion is really smart because we like to question everything & that intimidates some people...If your daughter feels like questioning just let her... & don't ignore her cuz then she might not want to talk to you anymore
809308
Not sure what faith or religion you are following. In Judaism when a boy reaches the age of 13 he is looked upon as changing from a boy to a man.It is called his bamitzfa( not sure of spelling). It should be a time where you could ask that he will learn to honor praise and worship the true almighty God Yahweh. Pray he will walk in the path of the Light of Christ in whom we have salvation. Pray he will continue to always honor his mother and father all the days of his life. Pray he will be a person of faith, love and a peacemaker. Give thanks for him as your grandson and for all the joy and pleasure he has brought to you and your family. May he as he grows in his faith be a faithful servant of God.............just a few things to consider, hope they help you.
402751
I love the fact that you allow them to find out for themselves. I am so glad my parents never forced me to believe or not believe in what they believe in.\n\nThe subject God is not something anybody can ever make someone understand or believe in. It's more of a personal journey out of a longing and desire to understand our place in this Universe.\n\nSo just let them find out on their own path. I think it's important to teach kids good values and good character qualities because what we put out comes back to us.
60425
I have a friend who is a Christian and married a Muslem.  It is important for the two of you to discuss whether you will want to worship together (will you go with each other to services, or go seperately?) and how you will handle religious regulations in the home.  It is essential that you also decide how your future children will be raised.  Being on the same page with this is key for your future.  Good luck.
418678
Be very honest with your mother about your spiritual beliefs.  You must have some reasons for choosing to be a Christian.  Tell her the things you believe.  I would emphasize that being respectful the whole time is key, as I am sure you know once someone is offended they will shut off from what the other person is saying.  Highlight the common beliefs between the two of you first, and then mention the differences.  I would point out that she doesn't make your father and brother go to church with her, and since she respects their decision you feel that you should be able to have that same respect.  God is ecumenical.  Wouldn't your mother feel better knowing you were going to a faith service where you actually got something out of it, instead of just going through the motions?  \n\nI definitely recommend doing this at "the right time" whatever that may be for you two.  Perhaps you guys have excellent talks in her room while she is picking out clothes for the next day.  Maybe you chat really well over dinner at a cafe.  You will know what feels right and I really feel that talking to her at the right time will be key in getting her to really focus on what you are saying.
347883
the best thing to do is to raise her up as a good kid, and when she grows up, have her decide for herself. do not put pressure on yourself and on her. that way, when she so chooses, it will be true and sincere. also, if she doesnt, well, maybe christianity is not for her.