There is this girl that I really like, but as you may know I am into God and Jesus. I really want her to go to church and come into acceptance with the Lord. What I don't want to do is to get her to go to church because I like her. I am trying not to get my relationships in the way of my realationship with God. I know i feel the calling to help bring her to the lord though. Any suggestions

-Fuji

I think it's always a problem when people try and bring religion into their relationship. I think the most important thing is to not force your significant other into your way of thinking. Inter-religion marriages happen all the time and you just need to be respectful.

I'd worry that any significant other would pretend to be interested in it to respect you, especially if they thought you'd get mad if they didn't.

First of all, let her know how important your faith is to you in your life, so she can get an idea of who you are. And just like everyone suggested below me, if she shows some interest in what you believe, then invite her to come to Church with you. I know what you mean with trying not to get her to go to church just because of you. My friend is actually going through the same thing. She has been dating this guy for about 3 or 4 months and he has been going to church with her and recently accepted God into his life, but she is worried that he is doing it just for her. If it ever does get to that point, it is important to let them know that you aren't trying to force your religion upon them and you want them to find God in their own way and have it mean something to them.

But it sounds like this relationship is not that far yet, so I would just suggest being open with her about what you believe, but let her be intrigued about it instead of you trying to "sell" your faith, if you know what I mean. If you are ever involved with church activities or anything and you end up mentioning them, that usually gets people curious as to what you are into. And then you can just tell her what its all about. But seriously, I think the best way to go about this is to be very casual about your faith and let her come around to it. And if there are any activities through your church, that is always a great opportunity to invite her and start off with something not as serious.

Well, I hope some of that makes sense and helps... good luck

hey, well i would say focus first on leading her to the Lord before you think about moving in your relationship with her. but that's just me. i think that it is important that your 'significant other' be Christian. if they aren't then they can only pull you away from your relationship with the Lord, and they might not want to, or mean to, but it will happen. and i don't think that you should compartmeantalize your life, if you are a Chirstian, then that is your life, and it should be every aspect of it because if you are a Christian, and seeking after the Lord, and His will then that should be changing you. so there ya have it. ...oh wow.. i just noticed the dates on these... this was awhile ago. oh well, i guess i'll still post this. haha.

Ah seperate church and relationship ....thats actually good advise . If she comes voluntarily or is interested in knowing more about it ....no problem with takin her to church but if just convincing her becomes an argument ...thenn not really worth it right??

If she already knows about your churchgoings, ask her if she'd like to come with you. If she declines, leave her alone about religion and do NOT allow religion to interfere with your relationship with her. If she accepts, she may even join your church and then all will surely be well in the world.