Marrying the Christian Faith

One thing I have realized lately is that people, honestly, are afraid to dedicate themselves to Christianity.

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Why is this?

Well, converting to Christianity, or any religion for that matter, is like getting married.   Many people tend to look at the kids the spouse has, which is one thing to factor in when getting married- can I handle these children?

Most people, when approaching a religion, look at the lives of the followers.  And, there is only two reactions they can receive when looking at the children.  Either, "eww"- they are an ugly wild thing, or "aww"-they are sweet little sugar dumplings.

The first set of children are the Christians you see who are those who yell spiteful things at people, and make them feel terrible for things they may not even be able to control. For example, on campus there is a man named Brother Ross who told a girl she was going to hell for her parents for being in the military.

When we only judge and accuse people of their sin, or even completely ignoring someone who is trying to change their lives for the Lord- we hurt.  We hurt them and any relationship they were forming with God.

Psalm 35:20 States:

“They do not speak peaceably, but devise false accusations against those who live quietly in the land.” (NIV)

As well,  1 Peter 2:1-12 states
“So put away all malice and all deceit and hypocrisy and envy and all slander. 

Like newborn infants, long for the pure spiritual milk, that by it you may grow up into salvation—

if indeed you have tasted that the Lord is good. 

As you come to him, a living stone rejected by men but in the sight of God chosen and precious, 

you yourselves like living stones are being built up as a spiritual house, to be a holy priesthood, to offer spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ.” (ESV)

The other children are those that are kind and peaceful, following the fruits that God gave them to extend the branches of God's love in their lives.

One of my friend's, now my Co-leader for my Bible Study group, told me that it was through me and his girlfriend (they make the CUTEST couple) that helped him find Christ again by just befriending him and not judging who he is, like past churches he visited in the past.

1 Peter 3:8
“Finally, all of you should be of one mind. Sympathize with each other. Love each other as brothers and sisters. Be tenderhearted, and keep a humble attitude.” (NLT)

As well, along with marriage comes the life dedication to each other- I feel this is probably the hardest thing for most people when considering Christianity.

We tend to love ourselves the most and be selfish, only doing what we want to do.

When Christianity calls for us to give our lives in complete surrendering to the Lord who has loved us enough to begot His only son.

Like a fire at the circus, that's pretty intense.  (Just a little pun there!)

While all this sounds intimidating, it's important for those who are approaching Christianity that it's alright to be scared.

That's why you explore Christianity first, you find the building blocks that keep you interested and inclined to learn more.

You don't marry someone before you date them.

Then, once you know that Christianity is what you want- you marry it.  You say "I do."

Once you say "I do," you still have a long, continuing relationship to build and grow with the Lord.

You pray, a lot.  Read scripture, a lot.  You seek guidance and protection, a lot.

You eat your spiritual fruits and veggies daily!

 Micah 6:8 

“He has shown you, O man, what is good; And what does the LORD require of you But to do justly, To love mercy, And to walk humbly with your God?” (NKJV)

But, the most important thing to realize is that, even though it sounds like a lot of hard work- it is.  However, the joy and the freedom you feel through God is so over powering, you don't become tired of doing His work.  

Marrying to the Christian faith is ultimately the best decision I have ever made.

But also realize, that any marriage has it's struggles.  You will doubt your faith sometimes, your will face moments where all you want to do is cry and be angry, a lot.

Psalm 30:5 

“For his anger endureth but a moment; in his favour is life: weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning.” (KJV)

But, when you work hard to keep your faith and your love for the Lord alive!

Your faith will continue to blossom until the person you see in the mirror, is the person you always wanted to be.

You change inside and out, you feel His presence continually, and you catch yourself humming Worship Songs ( I do, quite often).

I hope this proves insightful anyone who is reading,

Have a blessed day,

<3 KM