Confused....

[Angeldust]

I never had any religious beliefs put on me by my parents- they wanted to let me choose for myself...
My Dad was sent to a Catholic boarding school when he was a child, and this completely turned him away from religion. I'm not really sure about my mum...

Anyway, I've always called myself a Christian, but I've recently started questionning my beliefs and where I fit into the Christian religion. I believe in God, and at one time found myslef swaying towards the Catholic faith- however, a problem that I found is that I can't agree with some of the strong Catholic beliefs such as those about homosexuality. I also have mixed feelings about abortion, and I could never say that it is wrong in all instances. I do believe in the sanctity of marriage, but again, don't agree with the belief that birth control is wrong... And although I have a strong belief in the sanctity of marriage, I couldn't allow myself to judge or condemn others who have re married, because that is their choice that they made for themselves.

I also don't agree with trying hard to convert other people to the Christian faith- I think it is up to everyone to choose for themselves...

So... this is one confused :ugh :fishy wondering if anyone could give me a little guidance?

Love :angel

[Chriszgirl]

Hope you get you questions and concerns answered one day.....i know how mixed up all the diff religions can be.....just stick to your beliefs and have your own relationship with the Lord.....:angel

[farmgirl]

I think the best thing you can do is talk to God, however you imagine Him/Her, and work out the difference between wishes and truths. It's all between the two of you anyway, and not necessarily anyone else's business. . .

Take care, and I hope things go well for you . . .

-Laura

[preston]

I was once very confused about religion. What I did was I prayed to find the right church for me. After a few months of diligent prayer and sincerity, I was led to a church that is perfect for me. I don't know if you read the Bible, but there is a scripture that explains the power of prayer. If we are confused we are to ask God and he will never condemn us for being confused. The scripture goes like this:

"If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not: and it shall be given him."
James chapter one, verse five

[doggie]

:hugon:angeldust:hugoff Welcome to the :angel :bowl !!! Look into as many schools of thought as you can via something like www.beliefnet.com and go from there. Watch for the answers that are presented to you after prayer......:love :dog