Polytheism, the belief in many gods. Polytheism characterizes virtually all religions other than Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, which share a common tradition of monotheism, the belief in one God. (From left to right) Vishnu, Shiva, and Brahma, the three Hindu gods of the Trimurti.

Monotheism, belief in the existence of one god, or in the oneness of God.

Monotheism is the belief in one god. A narrower definition of monotheism is the belief in the existence of only one god that created the world, is omnipotent, omnipresent and omniscient.

God also has a purpose for your relationship, even if you’re dating someone who doesn’t believe in God. This doesn’t mean you have to marry the non Christian man you’re dating or even stay in an unhealthy or unhappy marriage.

There are two common myths about religious differences that couples may need to dispel to effectively work with religious differences. Religious differences can exist between all couples, even those who belong to the same church or religion.

Marriage to someone who is of a different religion may require even more thought and planning. Marrying someone who is a member of a different religion than you could mean they have a different set of values and beliefs. There are many things you should consider before committing yourself to an interfaith marriage.

Almost all Christian denominations permit interdenominational marriages, and many Christian denominations permit interfaith marriage as well, citing verses of the Christian Bible such as 1 Corinthians 7:14.

“The most important asset in an interfaith relationship is respect,” Masini says. “You can agree to disagree — but you can’t disrespect and have things work. Acknowledge your religious differences and have open conversations [about them] throughout your relationship, but always respect each others’ religions.”

Christianity is a religion of love. That’s what most Christians believe. According to a study by the Fetzer Institute, between 90% and 95% of hu- man beings want “meaningful love,” and they want it more than they want anything else, more than riches, health, great food, or passionate sex.

• 3.1 Storge – empathy bond.
• 3.2 Philia – friend bond.
• 3.3 Eros – romantic love.
• 3.4 Agape – unconditional “God” love.

unbeliever

• agnostic.
• apostate.
• atheist.
• cynic.
• disbeliever.
• dissenter.
• doubter.
• doubting Thomas.