Can an Atheist and a Christian live together as a couple?

Sara Schneider 1199

they CAN, but shouldn't.

Guaranteed Success 1341

I think it would be a perfect example to show any future kids on how to choose for themselves what is right for them! Instead of forcing the kids to go to church and pound the words of God into their heads and punch out carbon copies of latter day saints(not mormons but does it really matter) My point is simple. If there was a devout christian as one parent and a firm atheist as the other and 2 kids of cognitive age, and the parents were intent on instilling FREE WILL as bestowed by GOD and beloved by any American Citizen, then if one kid chose to go with God and the other chose to go with their Eyes, and the parents supported THEIR decision, I think it would be a beautiful example of fine parenting. If on the other hand you had one type of parent either all GOD or all Atheist and the kids wanted to try out the opposite perspective and they weren't allowed because of the opposing belief structure I would be appalled at the cowardice of either side.

In summation. If A devout Christian and an Atheist were to hook it up I'm sure they would have to be of supreme intelligence otherwise it would be WWIII every time the word soul found its way into their conversation. I wonder what type of Wedding they would have? Christian, Nordic? VEGAS!!!!

John Supp 2272

I believe it's possible, and God wouldn't personally step in to stop you, but he did warn us that such a union is just asking for trouble. As for how that trouble would manifest in a given situation, I don't know, but you hit on at least a few of the major issues. Salvation is the single most important decision in a human being's life. Personally, I wouldn't want to risk it with my kids.
I'm not saying you should give up hope. God loves the atheist just as much as the Christian, and there's always a chance that the atheist could turn to God in the future.
That said, the Bible is pretty clear on this issue. Don't let your emotions drag you into a bad situation.

Kristen Turpin 1914

I know of a couple that has been married for 20+ years and she is a sunday school teacher and he is a very firm Atheist. They have 2 kids that are now adults (or very close to it) and they have survived. I know it was hard for them at times based on her beliefs that she should be married to a believer and that she doesn't want him to be "left behind" but it was/is possible. They have made it work. The fact that they loved each other and were there for each other allowed it to work. They knew the differences going in and vowed to work through them.

As for their children I know she brought them to church with her weekly and let them make their choice as they grew up.

David Souza 2399

I think it all depends on how strong their beliefs are. As one who truly believes tends to follow certain rules (commandments) I believe it would be difficult to meet in the middle; or compromise, for both parties. Where do they get married? What do they teach their children? Their view of the world and events are very different since they probably have a completely different set of beliefs.

If there is a couple who are not very set on their beliefs I see their chances of being together and getting along a lot better.

Now, if they are both strong on their beliefs then I doubt it; and if they are they are not being very true to themselves and what they believe in.

I don't believe God would interfere either way.

Joseph Morgan 2400

Read my question again, I think you missed the point, Ed

Jonathan Shannon 2382

But it ultimately depends on the openness of both minds.

Cameron Trickey 2333

I don't want to get into the religious argument here (although I'm sure I will) as I've answered on a number of occasions the childish aspect of the monotheistic religions in their unoriginality and the unfortunate interpretation of beautiful, mythological stories as fact, and the subsequent issues that have risen as a result.

But my best friends have been married for a number of years now and have a 6 month old beautiful baby boy. He (not the baby) is as atheist as they come and she is catholic. She also supports the yankees and he is a red sox boy, I can promise you they are fun to be around sometimes!

They are one of the happiest couples together I know and their beliefs don't hinder that. The concession being the baby is being raised a red sox fan but has been baptised catholic - talk about drawing the short straw! The point is if you feel that there is issue with it then that is your problem. It's not for everyone and if your faith cannot allow you to see past your feelings for another then that's a shame.

Personally I feel it's sad that your love for another cannot be maintained because of an ancient book's scripture. Life is the experience and love is the greatest experience of all. If you read the teachings of jesus objectively and away from what you are told by it's facade of an institution, you will find that he was teaching that everything lies within. The answers, direction, heaven and god. It's not out there to be found or obeyed.

There are different issues at play if a couple cannot see past differences and certainly not the allowance by god. But then that's just my opinion!

Joseph Morgan 2400

How can you ask the Christian community to "save it" regarding agape, philos and eros,when that is the basis of the way they view the whole love process? That's like me asking an atheist -"Why are you an Atheist? - and don't talk about God, you guys ALWAYS drag Him into this."

Joseph Morgan 2400

Of course they can. It's called mutual respect. Any follower of Jesus knows that his primary mission on Earth was to teach us to love others as we do ourselves, and to put God first and foremost. That just about covers anything you could ever ask about morality or lack thereof. There might be problems, especially if either is militant about it, but in reality a militant Christian or Atheist usually wear their callings on their sleeves, making the chance of opposites like this hooking up nil.
But even with moderate people there may be problems - but we are human and by definition, imperfect. As God has given us free will, also does He understand our flaws. And if these problems become unsurmountable, then the two people need to reeval their relationship, preferably before having kids. But usually belief systems are some of the first things couples discuss. This type of relationship occurs all the time and will continue to occur.
Now disagreeing about money - that's the real nail in the relationship coffin....don't I know.