So my wife has decided that she wants to get "more in touch" with religion?

Question

I'm agnostic, sometimes atheist, kinda depends.

My wife has always been clear that she believes in God, but hasn't been religious or very zealous about her faith. Now she feels like she needs to be more in tune with her faith and I'm not sure how to react to it.

I'm very supportive whether I share her beliefs or not, I'm just wondering how this will affect our relationship if it all. I don't need some religious nut convincing her that "g*y is a road to h**l" but she has the right to pursue her faith.

How does a relationship survive when the faith is different and when sexuality could potentially play a part in it?

Answer 1

You could always take seriously those religions that allow multiple wives.

She might sing a different tune then.

Answer 2

It really depends.

If she focuses on her Faith, and her spirituality, I believe it can strengthen your relationship.

Hopefully she finds a supportive church enviornment, or group that can help her instead of judge her.

Answer 3

As with most things in life I would say it's all about balance. So if she feels religion is going to help balance her, support that. However, she needs to not let it take over or change her views on herself or your marriage.

Perhaps she should really do some research before she decides which faith she wants to try out. This way she can find something that won't tell her she's a horrible sinner for being g*y, but give her the religion that she's craving.

You'll survive by being supportive and realizing that if this is what she needs to feel more complete, so be it. However, you need to watch to make sure she's not letting religion over taker her life and change her into someone different than the woman you married.

Answer 4

As your wife, shes allowed to have s*x with you.  She did make it clear she believed in god, so the description on the wrapper was correct too.

I think the big problem is not that she'll change perception... I think a bigger worry is that your perception of her will change.

As far as nuts convincing her of anything, if its going to happen religion won't be the factor.  Just as many bigoted athiests you know.

Answer 5

God has a part in every thing, even with atheist and agnostics. Your wife wants to closer to God, that is good. You're wanting to support her is great. Do so! You should also make it clear to her she will need to be just as supportive to you regarding your beliefs as well. There can be harmony in a household of differences. The keys are communications and support. You will be suprised how things work out when you talk to one another and listen.  

Answer 6

just tell her to respect your lack of faith and beliefs just like you will respect her faith and beliefs...

Answer 7

the marriage will be fine if she doesnt push her religious views on you and you realize that just because she believes in a religion doesnt mean that she agrees with homosexuals are going to h**l.