What would be the best way to talk to my stepdad about accepting jesus as his saviour?
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Religion is a touchy thing.  As a minister, I cannot honestly say that I encourage the forcing of ones beliefs on another.  There just isn't precedent for it.  However, if the underlying issue is that what he says bothers you, that is something you can, and should, discuss with him.  If you should choose to, make it a point to not be confrontational.  If it comes across as an attack, he will defend himself, regardless of the reasoning behind it.  If, however, it's worded more carefully, gently, if you will, he should be more receptive.  The key thing is to pay careful attention to what he says.  You'd be amazed what sort of clues people drop in every little thing they say, in regards to how they're feeling, or what they mean by something.  Granted, I have no specifics in this case from with which to work, but in general, the above guidelines should be sufficient.
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Whenever I pray I just speak from my heart. He already knows how you feel so just talk to him. I usually thank him for everything he has done for me and ask him to forgive me of my sins. Of course there is more, but I think the best way to pray is to say how you truly feel. There is no need to be ashamed. Try it for yourself and see.
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I love how everyone has a prick up their @sses right here. Clearly you love him enough to be seriously contemplating a seerious relationship. In that case, compromise is the word here. You have no faith, but clearly his faith is important to him as well. \n\nIf there are children, it wouldn't hurt for them to learn about their father's religion. I have known many many people that have come out of mixed faith relationships. Some are devotely religious, some are supposedly "muslim" and just don't care, and ssome don't believe in Islam at all. Anything is open, and you have to keep in mind that in the end, this will be your children's choice. They will be exposed to two different ways of living, a whole other world that you have never known. Of course there are going to be problems, many of them, but you need to keep lines of communication open and be willing to budge.\n\nMaybe try telling him to avoid the topic of religion to his children until a certain age, but they can learn arabic if he is willing to teach them? In exchange, they won't be exposed to Islam until they are old enough to understand, or at least ask "why does Daddy not eat for a month right now?" Or something like that.\n\nAnd there are things that are truly just about comfot levels. Will it kill your children if they didn't eat pepporoni pizza or any other pork products? In return, it won't kill them to not go with their father to the mosque, or avoid any religious ceremonies or events. That's a "sacrifice" that both of you are going to have to deal with.\n\nWhatever you choose, keep this in mind: You are influencing what your children will be exposed to for the rest of their lives. It would almost be cruel to hide them from a way of life that is so important to their father, and yet at the same time it would be ridiculous to assume that they hvae to adopt a whole other mode of living, especially in a foreign country. It is not easy. But in the end, your children will end up deciding what they will and will not believe when they're ready. In the meantime, if you truly love each other, then your children's faith will be somethign that you both work on together.\n\n[Edit] To all you spouting out of your @sses that Muslim men do this, you'll be beheaded for that, you have to wear this and that, do your research for God's sake!!!! Islam is as diverse as CHristianity in terms of how devote its followers are. How many of you Christians follow every word of hte Bible literally? I can answer that: None. Not all of us women wear the scarf, even fewer of us wear the veil, and contrary to popular belief, the veil was a functional, practical garment that came about not from Islam, but from leading the life of a farmer hundreds of years ago in the sandy, blinding hot sun of Saudia Arabia, not for the cold climate of Britain. If any of you have gone to the desert, you'll know that covering up is actually cooooler than getting the full rays of the sun straight on your skin. Not all of us go around in bikinis begging for sun cancer.\n\nOther than that, no you have the full freedom of choice to stay un-religious. And to all of you idiots mentioned above, if she's fallen in love with him and known him for almost a year now, then she knows what he is all about. Clearly she knows how to lead her life better than you guys. And clearly, she is much more open minded and willing to experience other people's cultures than all of you.
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All you you have to do is ask for forgiveness and He will throw the sin into the sea of forgetfulness. God does not hold grudges. Once you accepted Jesus it was forgiven.
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Just tell them that you know they do not necessarily support what you believe, but you are very happy about what you have been called to do, then tell them what it is you have been called to do, and tell them, I know you may not agree with it, but I would really like your support, your love, or your encouragement. My dad is a non-believer, and I told him this when I told him about a certain decision and he handled it very well and told me that even though he doesn't agree with what I believe, he will support me and love me.
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First and fore most with Love & Grace. \n\ndo not forget that you yourself are still growing and learning.\n\nHunger is the key to illumination of God's Word. encourage your bro/sis build them up and live your faith as the best example. if & when the Spirit leads you to correct or instruct do it in love & with humilty.\n\nwe all have to careful not to grow weary in well doing. it is easy to see our bro/sis missing something but this is not what we are told to focus on.\n\nold school nugget: my grand father told me over and over if you have to preface what you say with  \n      I don't want to be ......\nyou probably are acting just that way.Rethink what your thinking.
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Here's the thing God is everywhere. He wants to be close to you as well. First you must open you heart to recieve Him Then open your eyes to see His will in your life. You have to be willing and open. Talk to Him daily thru prayer. I am not talking about the prayers people learned as a child but true conversation with God the Father. Tell Him whats on you heart. Yes He already knows but He still wants you to come to Him. Its kind of a parent child relationship. Like I know what my daughter wants but I am not giving it to her till she asks for it. And she doesnt always get what she asks for because I have to do whats in her best intrest. Thats kind of how it works for God. He looks at the request but the answer may not be what you expect. Read the Bible. Start in the New Testament. Its easier. If you need a Bible try the NIV version its easier to understand. Any other question let me know
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I know a great guy, His name is Jesus and he can be found at your local church.  Check it out...
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Dear God, we approach the throne of grace and mercy. We acknowledge that you are the almighty God. The Alpha and Omega. We ask in the mighty name of Jesus that you touch David with you mighty hand of mercy. I read that you said if we ask anything in the name of Jesus it will be done. We ask in the name of Jesus that you watch over David with you tender loving kindness. We have faith to believe you can do all things. Ease his pain precious Lord. Take him by the hand. Show him love and mercy. \nI ask that you show love and mercy on his family. Not our will, but yours be done. We know that you can do all things, Heavenly Father, and nothing is impossible to you. We ask this in Jesus name, Amen.
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ask god about it. ask him to take control of the situation.
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One way is to simply talk about what Christ has been doing in your life recently, what you've been learning, and what you've been experiencing.\n\nAnother way is to tell them your story, how Christ has made a difference in your life.\n\nAnother good way is to invite them to church or youth activities so that they can meet other Christians and see more what the Christian life is about
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Allow them to finish their prayer, bow your head and give thanks in whatever way you see fit to whom ever you see fit.  \n\nRespect their freedom of religion and they'll respect yours.  \n\nGive God a try!  Jesus loves you and so do I!\n\nDo I sound like a Bible beater??? ;-)
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READ MY ANSWER - ITS A REAL ONE:\nCongrats on making the step into a life long relationship with the King!\nFirst read Philippians 1.6 - it says this "being confidant of this, that he that began a good work in you (God), will carry it through to perfection on the day of Jesus Christ".\nThats a personal favourite of mine - it very clearly says that God Himself will take personal attention in making sure that you get closer to Him - even to the point of perfecting it on the day of Jesus Christ (the day that we see Him face to face).\nSo heres the first tip - take the pressure off - its a journey man.\nHeres the practical stuff:\n1. Get stuck into the Word of God - Joshua 1.8 says, get into that thing all the time - Joshua puts it like this "day and night". In this verse it says to meditate on the scriptures - this isnt in the eastern style of emptying your mind - in fact its the opposite! FILL your mind with God's word and chew on it until you get something out of it!\n2. Pray - lots. 1 Thess 5:17 says it like this - "Pray continually" .Not out of compulsion or duty but because you want to spend time with our great God. Open it up and get freestyle about it. Go for a walk in the morning and talk to God. \nNow - prayer is a two way thing - keep in mind that God wants to talk to you more than you need to talk to Him! So when you are praying take the time to listen to what He has to say to you too - trust me - give Him the chance and you won't believe what He wants to talk to you about - great things, the stuff that is on His mind!\n3. Fellowship - daggy word - great thing. This is simply hanging out with other christians. Hebrews 10:25 is Paul's recommendation to the Jewish church - he says - dont stop getting together. Get yourself into a church and surround yourself with good quality people who are now what you want to be like - you'll find yourself picking up the way they do things and catching their passion and the intimacy that they have with God will get into your life too! (Make sure its a church that is active in the community and grwoing on a weekly basis - this is an alive church that you can grow with and experience the nature and presence of God first hand)\n4. Serve. Do something for Him - contribute to building the Kingdom. Get real deep into serving the leaders and ministry of your local church and see your life expolde with joy and passion for the things of God.\n\nAND DON'T STOP - always just keep going. Thats my hottest tip - when it doesnt seem like anythings happening - don't stop - keep pushing, keep praying, keep reading. Remember a seed has to disapear into the ground before it can shoot up as a tree! there will be times where it doesnt seem like anything is happening - but keep 'watering the seed' and watch it grow.\n\nGod bless man - let me know how you go with this.
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Hello Jett.. :)\n\nI wish that I could convert you to Christ..but if that was possible..all would be knowledgeable about our Lord..\n\nOnly you can make that decision..for we all must make our own choice..\n\nAs for asking Christ into your heart..you are correct it is not logical..for if it was, would not all believe in Christ..it is a matter of the Heart..if you are sincerely longing to know if God is real..He will reveal Himself to you..there is NOTHING WE can say, that would change your mind nor your heart..but God can, if you Truly seek Him.. :)\n\nUsually one does not ask Jesus, to be the Lord of our lives..until they reach the lowest point..and all else has failed.. :(\n\n\nhttp://fathersloveletter.com/fllnarration.html\n\n\nYou are in my heart and prayers..I pray, that you to will find Jesus.. :)\n\n\nIn Jesus Most Precious Name..\nWith Love..In Christ.. :)
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Tell them you want to be with him.And if they don't accept that tell them you love them and you will see them at church or at x-mas. Good luck
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You can just ask what Easter means for them, and then tell them what it means for you (take and give). They might be more opened if they see you are really interested in what they say.
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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.