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Re: After Introduction, I’m Seeing Too Many Red Flags by Nobody: 11:44am On Jun 24, 2021
Bola146:
I don't really get your points. Which God? Is he worshipping something else?! Seriously I don't get it. Maybe you should ask yourself what is causing the confusion sad
You are spiritually naïve.
Re: After Introduction, I’m Seeing Too Many Red Flags by Theevilone(m): 11:45am On Jun 24, 2021
Eduboy1990:
Get what she is saying born again child of God is different from normal Christian or church goers so try to understand


What the hell is she talking about, did the guy pretend to be a born again all those 3 years before introduction ? If no the girl is a fool at 40.

She has been born again and the guy a church goer and she could not notice it till after introduction, abeg make she go settle her spiritual husband na their hand work.
Re: After Introduction, I’m Seeing Too Many Red Flags by Liposure: 11:45am On Jun 24, 2021
RuddyFusion:


You're right, but praying to Mary or asking for her help from Angels is not one of the teachings that a true Christian should follow. Catholics i'm sorry don't know what they are doing......
bloody Mary
Re: After Introduction, I’m Seeing Too Many Red Flags by Karlzy01(m): 11:50am On Jun 24, 2021
bobkezel:
Na brainwash dey worry you.

Re: After Introduction, I’m Seeing Too Many Red Flags by NoToPile: 11:53am On Jun 24, 2021
BRATISLAVA:


Don't know why Christians make a big deal out of it.

Over 15 pages of anger and outrage over a lifetime decision that they will not be a part of its hiccups.

Look immediately she mentioned catholic and pentecostal, I knew it was going to go like this.

Its even like over 70% of those that commented on this thread equate going to church with being born again.

Finally anyone has to right to use whatever criteria to screen a prospective spouse, same way some people will never marry a deeper life or chosen sister is the same way some are weary of marrying catholics, same way peeps castigate chosen people because of their apron and MFM for their prayers .it is what it is .

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Re: After Introduction, I’m Seeing Too Many Red Flags by Annychibest(f): 11:55am On Jun 24, 2021
mugnmuffin:
Dear Nairalanders,
I have an issue that has been on my mind for weeks now. My fiancé and I have been dating for over three years. I love him and he loves me too. We are physically attracted to each other. We’re both catholic but since I graduated, during my service year I gave my life to Christ, got saved and left the Catholic Church. So I’ve been a Pentecostal Christian since then. He on the other hand is still catholic. I subtly try to nudge him to consider getting saved, i.e acknowledging Christ as lord and savior and becoming born again but he is content with his laidback Christian life.

Earlier this year, he asked to meet my parents and I let him. My parents like him especially because my younger sis is married and they have been waiting for me too. They’re glad I’ve someone. However, after the introduction,I regret it. I’m now certain that he’s not the one. I think about my spiritual life and how lukewarm he is about the things of God, I think about kids and how we’ll raise the, with such differing views about God and I’m discouraged. I feel like I’m settling because he checks all the boxes on the checklist of physical attributes. Another mistake I made is, I didn’t pray about this decision and that worries me because anything that involves him, I just act with pausing to ask God, but I always ask God about other aspects of my life. So it’s like my associating with him is a minus for my spiritual life and that’s a huge cause for concern.

At this point, I want to tell my parents I am not convinced it’s him but I’m afraid of the disappointment this will cause. *sigh* I’ll appreciate your thoughts, comments, criticisms...

What exactly does he do, that is not in conformity with your Christian life? Is he a womanizer, a drunkard, etc you don't just know what you want..
Re: After Introduction, I’m Seeing Too Many Red Flags by Karlzy01(m): 11:55am On Jun 24, 2021
Chanchit:



Religious fanatics are the most stu peed set of people you can ever come across in the society. The guy set no dey see, once I notice say your sense don dey shake. Me sef go dump you ni ASAP.

Re: After Introduction, I’m Seeing Too Many Red Flags by Alexaonfleek: 11:55am On Jun 24, 2021
Karlzy01:

Do you even know what it means to be born again?
Going to church doesn't make you born again.
You only get born again when you BELIEVE in your heart and CONFESS with your mouth that Jesus is your saviour and lord.
Abeg rest
If you go through the apostles creed you'll see all those things that makes a beliver "born again"
Re: After Introduction, I’m Seeing Too Many Red Flags by Karlzy01(m): 11:56am On Jun 24, 2021
Annychibest:


What exactly does he do, that is not in conformity with your Christian life? Is he a womanizer, a drunkard, etc you don't just know what you want..
His value system is wrong that's all she s saying.

Re: After Introduction, I’m Seeing Too Many Red Flags by AyoEniafe(m): 11:57am On Jun 24, 2021
mugnmuffin:
Dear Nairalanders,
I have an issue that has been on my mind for weeks now. My fiancé and I have been dating for over three years. I love him and he loves me too. We are physically attracted to each other. We’re both catholic but since I graduated, during my service year I gave my life to Christ, got saved and left the Catholic Church. So I’ve been a Pentecostal Christian since then. He on the other hand is still catholic. I subtly try to nudge him to consider getting saved, i.e acknowledging Christ as lord and savior and becoming born again but he is content with his laidback Christian life.

Earlier this year, he asked to meet my parents and I let him. My parents like him especially because my younger sis is married and they have been waiting for me too. They’re glad I’ve someone. However, after the introduction,I regret it. I’m now certain that he’s not the one. I think about my spiritual life and how lukewarm he is about the things of God, I think about kids and how we’ll raise the, with such differing views about God and I’m discouraged. I feel like I’m settling because he checks all the boxes on the checklist of physical attributes. Another mistake I made is, I didn’t pray about this decision and that worries me because anything that involves him,I just act with pausing to ask God, but I always ask God about other aspects of my life. So it’s like my associating with him is a minus for my spiritual life and that’s a huge cause for concern.

At this point, I want to tell my parents I am not convinced it’s him but I’m afraid of the disappointment this will cause. *sigh* I’ll appreciate your thoughts, comments, criticisms...

Why all the bashing on this innocent lady??!

It's not unusual to want to have a retrospect, and think to be certain if you're or you're not about to make a mistake on your choice of whom to marry...

Ask anyone who is married, they'll tell you that they sometimes feel like they married the wrong person.

So, what you're feeling is not a crime like people are making it seem.

What I just feel is that, as Christians, it's important that our partners are on the same religious page with us.

If you feel you're unsure about this, you might want to take a step backwards and seek counsel from whom you consider a mentor.

Let me ask you a question, Are you both going through any church pre-marital counseling
Re: After Introduction, I’m Seeing Too Many Red Flags by blackfase(m): 11:58am On Jun 24, 2021
...another brainwashed one. You may suffer for another 600 years if you allow this man to go by. Stop being a zombie... cool
Re: After Introduction, I’m Seeing Too Many Red Flags by Karlzy01(m): 11:59am On Jun 24, 2021
Giftexx:
U were never a Catholic cos if after baptism and confirmation, you still think u are not born again, then...
Is it that what the bible says about being born again?
I was once a Catholic,there are so many practices in the Catholic church without biblical or spiritual proofs or backing.

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Re: After Introduction, I’m Seeing Too Many Red Flags by breezeng: 12:00pm On Jun 24, 2021
This lady is not serious at all. Which problem has your born again solved in Nigeria. You can wait till 2030 to get married to your type. You will regret loosing d guy. Walahi
Re: After Introduction, I’m Seeing Too Many Red Flags by Munzy14(m): 12:02pm On Jun 24, 2021
Tloc:


My dear young lady, that path of religious piety which you assume you on is your step to DOOM. Stay woke and refine your RELIGIOUS views to be in tandem with contemporary life realities and grow your inert spirituality. Be far away from religious extremism and you would live a more fulfilled LIFE. I am sure that young man's mind and soul is purer than all your Pentecostal pastors' put together. Shalom.
Words on marble!......

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Re: After Introduction, I’m Seeing Too Many Red Flags by Karlzy01(m): 12:04pm On Jun 24, 2021
TuFab:


I can't stop laughing..... Lolzzzzzzzz
Her spirit husband is the one talking, not her.
Please free than fine young man and let him see road to marry a reasonable woman.
So catholics are not Christians abi, they're idol worshippers. I can't stand fanatics gosh....
Ignorance is the difference.

Re: After Introduction, I’m Seeing Too Many Red Flags by ebenreloaded: 12:04pm On Jun 24, 2021
Them don brainwash this one...chai
Re: After Introduction, I’m Seeing Too Many Red Flags by kufreabasi2013(m): 12:05pm On Jun 24, 2021
mugnmuffin:
Dear Nairalanders,
I have an issue that has been on my mind for weeks now. My fiancé and I have been dating for over three years. I love him and he loves me too. We are physically attracted to each other. We’re both catholic but since I graduated, during my service year I gave my life to Christ, got saved and left the Catholic Church. So I’ve been a Pentecostal Christian since then. He on the other hand is still catholic. I subtly try to nudge him to consider getting saved, i.e acknowledging Christ as lord and savior and becoming born again but he is content with his laidback Christian life.

Earlier this year, he asked to meet my parents and I let him. My parents like him especially because my younger sis is married and they have been waiting for me too. They’re glad I’ve someone. However, after the introduction,I regret it. I’m now certain that he’s not the one. I think about my spiritual life and how lukewarm he is about the things of God, I think about kids and how we’ll raise the, with such differing views about God and I’m discouraged. I feel like I’m settling because he checks all the boxes on the checklist of physical attributes. Another mistake I made is, I didn’t pray about this decision and that worries me because anything that involves him,I just act with pausing to ask God, but I always ask God about other aspects of my life. So it’s like my associating with him is a minus for my spiritual life and that’s a huge cause for concern.

At this point, I want to tell my parents I am not convinced it’s him but I’m afraid of the disappointment this will cause. *sigh* I’ll appreciate your thoughts, comments, criticisms...
"You were not informed too? Continue" by Mama Patience J. Keep searching okay, u have seen a man to marry and now u are giving excuses why u should not marry him. Enter streets u will see ladies wishing they could see this kind of your "rejected" man. Don't worry declare three days dry fasting and see God sending to you a new man. Good luck as u fast and pray. May that your rejected man find a lady who will do everything legal and godly to make him a better man
Re: After Introduction, I’m Seeing Too Many Red Flags by Munzy14(m): 12:05pm On Jun 24, 2021
Teeboy15:
You're not yet ready to get married. Seriousness is faaaaar from you.
Like someone said, that young man's heart is purer that all your motivational pentecostal preaches put together.

Infact, purer than yours inclusive.

I just pity him for trying to make a mistake by marrying your type.

Pretender
I pray God to save him....This is walking into hell of fanatic without solution...She will frustrate the guy to depression.

I fear who no fear these type of ladies.
Re: After Introduction, I’m Seeing Too Many Red Flags by phoenixcent(m): 12:11pm On Jun 24, 2021
you remind me of what happened in Jos about two months back. so this girl wanted to marry this fine goodlooking, little bit rich Catholic guy who unconditionally loved this pretty babe. on the other hand the babe worshipped in a new generation church and claimed that she will be suspended if she marries the Catholic guy. two weeks before the marriage, the girl informed the guy that she no do again, because her pastor said he is not her husband because he is an unbeliever. the guy met the pastor and trashed things out.
on Friday before the church wedding on Saturday, they held a traditional marriage and it was a success. on Saturday morning the bride to be informed her maids that she was going out to buy something, they reluctantly allowed her to go alone, unknowingly to them, she had communicated with her pastor to come wisk her away and he so did.

Groom, families and guest were in church waiting while bride was chilling in pastors house. everyone got agitated and headed in search of the bride only for her to be located at the pastors house. groom's parents decided that the bride family refund all they have paid and they no do the marriage again.

OP. Goodluck to you in your new found "life", and hope you found what you looking for in life and the life after

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Re: After Introduction, I’m Seeing Too Many Red Flags by Mrscarter(f): 12:11pm On Jun 24, 2021
mugnmuffin:
Dear Nairalanders,
I have an issue that has been on my mind for weeks now. My fiancé and I have been dating for over three years. I love him and he loves me too. We are physically attracted to each other. We’re both catholic but since I graduated, during my service year I gave my life to Christ, got saved and left the Catholic Church. So I’ve been a Pentecostal Christian since then. He on the other hand is still catholic. I subtly try to nudge him to consider getting saved, i.e acknowledging Christ as lord and savior and becoming born again but he is content with his laidback Christian life.

Earlier this year, he asked to meet my parents and I let him. My parents like him especially because my younger sis is married and they have been waiting for me too. They’re glad I’ve someone. However, after the introduction,I regret it. I’m now certain that he’s not the one. I think about my spiritual life and how lukewarm he is about the things of God, I think about kids and how we’ll raise the, with such differing views about God and I’m discouraged. I feel like I’m settling because he checks all the boxes on the checklist of physical attributes. Another mistake I made is, I didn’t pray about this decision and that worries me because anything that involves him,I just act with pausing to ask God, but I always ask God about other aspects of my life. So it’s like my associating with him is a minus for my spiritual life and that’s a huge cause for concern.

At this point, I want to tell my parents I am not convinced it’s him but I’m afraid of the disappointment this will cause. *sigh* I’ll appreciate your thoughts, comments, criticisms...

Well u should think carefully cos marraige is a serious comittment. Dont do it to yourself or to him if you both wont be happy.
If its only the religous difference theres no confusion for ur children if u teach them both n let them choose for themselves when theyre old enough. If you love him n him you then i think you should give him a chance
Re: After Introduction, I’m Seeing Too Many Red Flags by Karlzy01(m): 12:12pm On Jun 24, 2021
Alexaonfleek:
Abeg rest
If you go through the apostles creed you'll see all those things that makes a beliver "born again"
Whci one is Apostle's creed?
All I know is what's in the bible,if you can't prove it from the bible then I have no business with.
P.S. I was once a Catholic.
Re: After Introduction, I’m Seeing Too Many Red Flags by Karlzy01(m): 12:16pm On Jun 24, 2021
Giftexx:
U were never a Catholic cos if after baptism and confirmation, you still think u are not born again, then...
This what I'm aware of not baptism and confirmation.
Rom.10.10 - For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.
Re: After Introduction, I’m Seeing Too Many Red Flags by Geesaintagape: 12:17pm On Jun 24, 2021
You want to live in regret that's all I can deduct from ur writeup.
Extremism kills.
Nothing good about extremism
Re: After Introduction, I’m Seeing Too Many Red Flags by Karlzy01(m): 12:23pm On Jun 24, 2021
Munzy14:

I pray God to save him....This is walking into hell of fanatic without solution...She will frustrate the guy to depression.

I fear who no fear these type of ladies.
It's people like you who live their life anyhow that call others who have chosen to live their lives according to Godly values fanatics.
When the time comes we'll know who made wrong or right decision.
Re: After Introduction, I’m Seeing Too Many Red Flags by winner37(m): 12:24pm On Jun 24, 2021
if that will make you a happy woman ,I will say yes withdraw yourself now that it's not too late ,..But in the other hand I can assure you that after marriage things will never remain the same , some times guys /men do follow up gradually and don't be surprised one day he will be the one to ask you let go to church ....
pray to God sister things will turn out better for you ...
Re: After Introduction, I’m Seeing Too Many Red Flags by Maconstruct(m): 12:33pm On Jun 24, 2021
I rather marry a muslim than an xtreme pentecostal woman. I hv seen on 4 occasions how such women cause confiict among d man's family members by listening and involving into their marriage their pastors who has his own family and interest at heart rather than their husbands.
Re: After Introduction, I’m Seeing Too Many Red Flags by Darkmode64: 12:40pm On Jun 24, 2021
zed7:
If your only complaint is that he isn't a fanatic then you have no problem.
A well behaved moralist is better off than a religious fanatic without morals.
I'll like this comment a million times over.
Spot on!!!
Re: After Introduction, I’m Seeing Too Many Red Flags by hadaydhollarpo(m): 12:41pm On Jun 24, 2021
Glittering has nothing to to do with this issue abeg. The second option you pointed is my recommendation for her. Is better you hurt others now than to live for the rest of your life being hurt, disgustful and live a life of regret for the rest of your life. Choose wisely my sister. Your spiritual life counts more so go for smone you are led and you can be mutually beneficial spiritually and love each other. Period !
Ahmed0336:
angry
Do you mean him being a Catholic is a big deal or what?

You have two options
1. Manage am like that and marry him.

2. Look for someone you think fits your spiritual life and marry.


But remember this, NOT ALL THAT GLITTERS IS GOLD.
Re: After Introduction, I’m Seeing Too Many Red Flags by Crieff(m): 12:42pm On Jun 24, 2021
mugnmuffin:


First, I want to apologize for the statement insinuating that Catholic Christians are less Christian compared to Pentecostals. That was not meant to be a generalization. The reason why faith is my principal concern is because, as a Christian, there are certain ethics and codes of conduct a person adopts and practices that guide their actions and decisions. It is the crux of the matter for me.

Many of the comments are asking for elaboration especially with regards to other aspects besides spirituality. Some of the red flags in terms of his attitude and behavior that give me cause for concern are how he relates with ladies; I found that he cheated on me a couple of times. Some of my friends who are married assure me that it is nothing to worry about because “men will always be men”. However, I feel like overlooking that means ‘settling’. Also, he tends to act like we’re competing for career success. I’m a banker and he works with a company and is well paid. From comments he makes when I make attempts to pursue growth, like take courses or attend conferences to network, his response shows that he thinks it’s a waste of time and resources. I don’t always expect him to give me financial support, even if encouragement. But he feels I should be content with my current status. It scares me that he may staunch my progress after marriage.
I’m no saint myself, but I know marriage is a lifetime affair and just because I didn’t look before I leaped into the relationship doesn’t mean I shouldn’t at this point try to make amends.

Didn't read through all the thread pages. I'll assume there are wholesome advice sprinkled in between.

You're not bound to stay with him if you don't have that peace in your heart about him. That disquiet or lack of peace is one very important way God's good Spirit uses to get through to us.

If the disquiet persists, get back your peace of mind which is more important than being married.

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Re: After Introduction, I’m Seeing Too Many Red Flags by BabaRay007(m): 12:43pm On Jun 24, 2021
This is so funny, so you mean since when u were a catholic u re not born again...wch mean all catholic are sinners, now u join Pentecostal... you r now a born again,....so all Pentecostal re all born again.....hahahhahahaha
you r not serious and u r nt ready.....hand go soon touch you wen u meet the real wolf in sheep clothing....
Re: After Introduction, I’m Seeing Too Many Red Flags by hadaydhollarpo(m): 12:45pm On Jun 24, 2021
Typical of a nominal Christian like you. I wonder which of the faith you want your children to accept. Una go get the children confused las las.
Maconstruct:
I rather marry a muslim than an xtreme pentecostal woman. I hv seen on 4 occasions how such women cause confiict among d man's family members by listening and involving into their marriage their pastors who has his own family and interest at heart rather than their husbands.

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