what should you do if you do not agree with your religion entirely?
929318
It means that you're healthy.
536733
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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It is better to keep your religion to yourself.  If you are a believer, great.  Celebrate and practice your faith all you want.  There are lots of people that do not want to hear your "truth".  The world would be a much better place if people learned to keep their religions to themselves.
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No religion is right or wrong.  It's  all about faith.  If you feel so strongly about your beliefs, is it so hard to accept that they feel the same about their own.  Sometimes a rational question and answer session is best.  Ask why they feel the way they do.  Explain why you feel the way you do.  More often than not, people find  common ground even when they think there isn't any.  There are some fanatics that can't be reasoned with--They should be deposited into the nearest pit of fire!
531597
Believe whatever makes you happy and what you feel comfortable with.  God isn't keeping score up there saying "Christians 499-J.W. 498".  It's ok to believe what you are comfortable with.
554356
from what you are describing I would recommend Buddhism but I could be wrong \n\ntry out this web site and see what your religion should be\n\nhttp://www.beliefnet.com/story/76/story_7665_1.html
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The best thing to do with Jehovah's witnesses is NOT tell them you don't believe in religion--THEY'LL continue to harrass you unless you display a NO SOLICITING sign on your door.  \n\nThe best thing in your case would be to LIE and tell them that YOU have your own personal GOD, and that it states in scriptures to beware of false prophets, especially those that come knocking door to door like AVON--then close the door and say goodbye.
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I'm not an atheist... but I'll take the hypothetical anyway and pretend that I'm being asked to convert to a particular religion, being as I am not religious at all. The question is, after all, would I convert and practice a belief system different from my own to save my daughter.\n\nWell, of course I would, generally speaking... but would it matter? As you say... if there's a God, He would know that I didn't really begin to believe anything different, and I'd probably make him that much more angry with me. I'd do an awful lot for a child of mine.\n\nI've decided to pose the question that gwad suggested, as I'd like to know what other religious people think. :)
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Hmm...Well, do what other bullshit religions have done: name it after your religion's savior, which I suppose would be you. Don't martyr yourself though. That can't be fun.
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You need to correct your approach/attitude towards religion.\nWhat ever your faith, respect your religion and have full belief in the very basics taught to you.\nAll the religions are in continuity to each other and only the prophets/messengers have been different according to the time.\nEvery day is a new day and affords equal opportunity to each one of us to take a new/better start. \nDo not worry about the past, even if you think you have been wrong.\nGod is gracious enough to overlook your previous misdoings and accept your new commitment, if it is made today.\nGo ahead, embrace your belief with full faith, and you shall be benefited in this world and hereafter.\nAll the best for a new start.
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As a Christian, I would advise you to not find a faith that workds for you, but find the faith that contains the fullness of truth, and strive toward that truth.\n\nGod bless,\nShane
186509
Does it really matter what other people believe.  You need to figure out what you believe, whether that is in God or not.  Think for yourself.  It can be fun.
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Well that will have to have a depends attached. If that religion is a cult (RC, JW, LDS, Islam, Buddhism, ...) and you have a safe place to go-yes. If it is Christianity, then you need to be sure you understand what your disagreement is about. Can you move to another sect of Christianity? If you just don't like it-that is not a valid reason. No one likes being challenged  by the Bible-even devout Christians have to be measured by the Word of God. We all fall short.\nBut you did not give much info to work on-you must be a little more specific to get real help with your question.
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You are right about this being an open forum to discuss all topics without judgement, and you are right to have your own religious beliefs. The only thing I can see is wrong is when there are a few people in general (not directed towards anybody on here) who impose their beliefs on someone else, trying to make them believe in something they don't want to believe in. Unfortunately, that happens a lot. It's one thing to listen and have an open mind, but if someone tries to change me in a way I don't feel comfortable with, then it's crossing the line. But that may be the reason why. I don't agree with bashing of any sort, though. Just be yourself and don't let the bashing bother you. It's your beliefs and if someone doesn't agree with them, it's not your problem or your fault.
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YOU MAY BE FROM ANOTHER RELIGION I DONOT KNOW\nBUT YOU SHOULD KNOW THAT YOU ARE NOT SUPPOSED TO OTHER RELIGIONS\nAND YOU SHOULD READ THE QURAN BEFORE SAYING ANYTHING
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Well, there are two cases to consider. The first is the one you spoke of, when they already believe theirs is the right choice. The second is the case of genuine curiosity, wanting to know what fundamental truths support which argument. In the first case, it could be to try to convert others or simply to reassure onesself that the justifications for other faiths are invalid (although this is from a biased perspective). In the second case, asking a question like this would hopefully bring out strong arguments from many sides. It's interesting to weigh these points against one another.
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I agree with you.  Religion has no right to enforce anything upon anyone.  \n\nI find it beautiful that you follow the beliefs of your tribe.  Just so long as you have had the opportunity of receiving a reasonable education and ideologies are not forced upon you.\n\nReligion and spirituality are a means to an end.  They provide a seasoned guidepost for all who will listen to understand life's more complex plans.  But the questions.  Those you must answer alone.  Life is filled with roadblocks, quagmires and trails, both oft-traveled and not.  \n\nGood luck to you.  Follow the path of your choosing, no one else's.