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Christian Roommates - Finding The Right One
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Author: Ian Byrd
Topic: Advice
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When you first began looking for solid Christian roommates to
live with, it seemed that you would never find anyone. You may
have felt like the only Christian in your new neighborhood. But
eventually you will discover a new problem. You will have to
chose from a handful of potential roommates. If you've just
started looking, it may seem like a great problem to have, but
making that final choice is difficult and has long-lasting
ramifications. Let's look at some ways to make a wise decision
when picking your Christian roommate.
First, make sure that this person is someone you share beliefs
with. You don't have to nitpick or turn it into a theological
interrogation, but you just want to make sure that you all
believe in the same Christianity. There are so many varieties of
Christians in the world that you can't assume anything. Asking a
few questions now will save you tons of trouble down the road.
Also, it's important to figure out boyfriend and girlfriend
situations. This area is a minefield of potential problems. What
you believe is appropriate may not be shared with your roommate
and vice versa. Get these problems worked out immediately.
There's nothing more awkward and outburst inducing than trying
to work out romantic problems with roommates. Figure out a set
of common beliefs and rules and agree to stick to them. Even if
there are no significant others in the picture that doesn't mean
it will stay like that.
Another area that Christians can disagree on is entertainment.
There is a spectrum of beliefs regarding what is appropriate to
watch or listen to. Talk a bit with your potential roommate
about their favorite movies, TV shows, and bands. If you find
that you're coming from two different worlds, it may be a sign
that your roommate relationship would not be a successful one.
There tends to be a lot of judgment thrown around regarding
entertainment and you don't want to be caught up in a war over
the TV set. Figure this one out early.
Christian roommates can be difficult to find but they can be
even more difficult to wade through. People have such varying
beliefs that it's important to get everything settled early on.
If it seems like there will be a potential problem, then keep
looking. God will bring you the right person in His time.
About the author:
Ian Byrd runs an free online tool to help you search for Christian
roommates.
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