How do I break my Christian faith to my agnostic parents?

Question

My parents say that they will support me no matter what my decision about religion is, but they might feel like I'm a little young to decide (I'm 12). I want to know the best way to break the news to them.

Answer 1

with love and respect.

Answer 2

they probably don't give a c**p.

Answer 3

Tell them with love and respect... they love you and you even said yourself that they will support your decision.  Tell them that you feel God in your heart and that the Christian faith is something that you want to further explore.  Invite them to explore with you so that they know what it is you are learning.  Be very open and honest.

Good luck to you sweetie and God Bless you.

Answer 4

Just tell them why you want to be Christian.  They sound open minded, so as long as you have some good reasons, they will probably be supportive.  You do have some good reasons, correct?

Answer 5

Tell them in plain terms that you are a Christian and that you will love them just as much as you loved them before you got saved.  You are not too young to make a decision about your life path.  

Your parents did the right thing in supporting you in your decision for Christ.

Answer 6

Just tell them.  Agnostic parents aren't going to wring their hands and ask where they failed if you make up your own mind about things.  

As to whether you're too young or not, parents know that adolescents should explore different possibilities as they find their own answers.  What you believe at 12 is not necessarily what you'll believe at 40 but you need to go through the process of figuring out what you believe.

Answer 7

I think the best way is to wait a few years & get some more life experiences under your belt before you decide.

peace

Answer 8

Tell them. Agnostics have no h**l.

Answer 9

I think a lot of us feel like you're too young to decide.  There are so many issues to understand surrounding the question of religion vs. no religion that it's very hard--virtually impossible--to have a complete understanding of these issues at your age.

Why don't you tell them that you'd like to try out Christianity and see if you really  believe it, and if it fits you.  You don't have to make any concrete decisions right now, and you don't have to declare yourself to be a Christian or an agnostic or anything else...ever.  There is always time to learn and think and decide.

You are very lucky that your parents are so supportive!  What a great mom and dad.  :)

Answer 10

a) If you are 12 your presence on this site is against the TOS and community guidelines.

b)  You are an individual and can believe what you want.

c)  Agnostics are not Atheists, they accept the possibility that God exists.

d)  Yes you are young, but then you may decide in the future that you are something else.

Answer 11

I would tell them now. You said they are going to support no matter what you decide. If they say your to young say that you have done a lot of research and that you really think Christianity is right.

Answer 12

Just tell them it feels right and that you're happy with it.

Maybe they'll even begin to consider the Christian faith (that's what happened with my grandparents)

If they love you, which I'm sure they do, they will support you

Answer 13

if youre 12 you shouldnt be on this site

Answer 14

maybe just hint at it, tell them you want to get a copy of the bible, and ask if it would be alright if you went to church with a friend, they will support you and your beliefs.

Answer 15

They're not going to be jerks about it.  Tell them that you're a Christian.  Do it politely and maturely.  If you state your decision in a mature way, they're more likely to think you're old enough to decide.

I'm an Atheist parent and I volunteer to drive my kids to any church they're interested in.  I doubt your parents would freak out.

Answer 16

I doubt they will have a problem with it unless you try to convert them or start preaching all the time.  Respect their beliefs and they will likely respect yours.

Answer 17

What made you want to convert to Christianity?

Was it your own findings or did someone convert you? If it was something you found in your heart, start by telling them that. If you converted because someone else wanted you to, I suggest you really study the Bible before you make a decision.

Answer 18

Did you fall of your bike and suffer a fractured skull?

Deist with a B.A. Degree in Anthropology (Archaeology)

(former Catholic) no religion

Answer 19

Just tell them. Since they are not religious they more than likely will not flip out about it.

Answer 20

Remember this just in case you are not successful with your family. Matthew 10:36   And a man's foes shall be they of his own household.

If they cant accept it then they arent accepting Christ.

Answer 21

your parents love you and they said they would support you.  they meant it, you know.  so what if you get a little speech about being too young to decide.  at least you told them and they know what direction you are going in,  blessings to you

Answer 22

just tell them they won't mind it

Answer 23

just say it....they wont bite....are you born again? If so pray for strength..

Answer 24

1) Pray about it first.

2) Role play telling your parents with some friends. This way, you can rehearse possible scenarios.

3) Ask some Christian friends to be praying for you at the time you do decide to inform your parents.

I wish you well, my friend.