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Originally Posted by DP0902
Is it possible for a brother in the Lord's Recovery to marry a Christian who is not a member of their group? Are they allowed to marry someone from a Christian denomination?
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DP0902,
To add to what UntoHim said, this may be easier said than done, but these are the questions that the sister should ask the brother directly. You have titled your post "Relationship" and that is an excellent perspective. This will determine if the relationship between a brother and sister is truly between just them or if the Local Church will be in the middle of any marriage relationship that may transpire.
What will be the brother's reaction to your questions? The Local Church has long taught and practiced..."don't ask questions".
Another question, will the sister be expected to leave her denomination and join the Local Church exclusively?
If her parents and friends are also in a Christian denomination, will she be expected to abandon her family and friends?
Ask him if he would be willing to leave the Local Church for you?
I'm sorry for the questions. I know you were looking for answers. I would need honest and truthful answers from the brother before you further plan to begin a life together. Without truth and honesty and transparancy, any relationship between any two people will be almost impossible.
Again, blessings to you, and I pray you will find the answers you are looking for, starting with the man you love. After you have answers from him, look to God for your decision/s going forward.
This is brutally hard, but now is the time to ask the hard questions. You are very wise to ask first.
Nell