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by RosaMaria on December 19th, 2007

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I want to convert to Catholicism from Protestantism. If I do so, will I be alientating myself spiritually from my parents (who are Protestants)?

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  • by Midgardsormr on December 21st, 2007

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    It depends on how your parents feel about Catholics. Remember that the "litmus test" for whether a person is saved (according to the Bible) is Romans 10:9: "If you confess with your mouth 'Jesus is Lord' and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved."

    As long as you still meet those two criteria, the Bible says you are saved, no matter what denominational label you place on yourself. I'd suggest you sit down with your folks and discuss it with them. Tell them why you want to convert and ask their opinions. If they respond unfavorably, well, that's got to be on their consciences, not yours. Still, you need to continue to honor them as your parents--that is very important, no matter what sect you ultimately find spiritual fulfillment in.

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    • "Not everyone who says to me, 'Lord, Lord,' will enter the kingdom of heaven, but only he who does the will of my Father who is in heaven." matthew 7:21

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      by bruceliao888 on January 21st, 2011

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