Others reaction to becoming Torah observant

[Bruce101]

I have been doing a lot of study. And it seems to me that becoming Torah observant, as a guide to righteous living, not as salvation, is correct. I am strongly, strongly considering stepping into Torah lifestyle. I see pagan traditions in the "church" that replaced G-d's Holy Days. Sabbath became Sun-Day.
Very few people know that I am that far along in my beliefs. I intend to stay with the church I am currently attending, and whenever possible, attending a synagogue.(about an hour away) My family may have a clue, but that is all.
What were the reactions of your friends and loved ones?
I am not going to let possible reactions stop me. Just curious of others experiences.
Thanks
Bruce

[JSynon]

Hi Bruce, :wave:

I am actually feeling the exact same way. Just know that you are not alone. :)

[Nossa-the-Lame]

Well, I am new to being a messianic. My family new I was considering it, both my parents accepted it. My dad(non-practing jew) thinks some of the things I am doing is funny, but thats him. My mom is just going along with it. My jwish grandpa is sorta against it, but on the reaons that he thinks the world is out to get the jews(he survied the holocaust) and I haven't told my mom's side of the family,they are all devout catholic and feel that only the church is the right path.

[Bon]

I think WOW! wonderful.....

I am a Messianic believer along with all of my immediate family, but not my husband.

Thankfully, he is very understanding and is quite willing to let me bring out son up with these beliefs.

My mother-in-law, a catholic, is OK with it now after many years of knowing me and is just pleased that her son is married to a woman who is at least a practicing believer in Jesus (Yahshua).

Shalom from Bon

[mjterry87]

This is kind of funny, isn't it? That being a Messianic is kind of like being gay! LOL You know, because we have to let our families know, and some don't accept it.

[Bruce101]

MJTERRY
You know, because we have to let our families know, and some don't accept it.

Kinda like coming out of the closet. LOL

Bruce

[Katydid]

OK well,

My side

Mother--fully accepts it and is trying to learn more, so that she can relate to the grandkids.

Father--indifferent

Brother--really think he still just looks at me like his lost little sister that just doesn't take it seriously

Hubby's side

Haven't discussed in detail with any of them, but

Mother and Father are supportive of what we have discussed

Brother 1 and 2---haven't really discussed it with them, but they are respectful of the Kosher

Sister1 haven't spoken to her much at all, so don't know

Sister 2--well maybe you should ask him about that because, well, enough said.

[Katydid]

MJTerry,


You are so right. And, when I discussed this with my parents, well, let's just say that I was very very nervous. So you get the apprehension with it and everything.

[Sephania]

But Yeshua did warn us of this didn't he? :) He did not come to bring peace that first time.

My philosopy is, if what you are doing is done by 99% of the other people then you are wrong. --- The Narrow road.........................few find it, and those that do and follow it are thought of as lost by all else on the wide roads.

[visionary]

Hubby gave rather strong reactions, for small changes....for I have not pushed for the bigger changes of what I believe. Call me a whimp...But I do what I can. I live quietly, and since I cook, it is kosher. My shabbat is at home or at the park and in reflection rather than in fellowship at synagogue. As much as possible, I am trying to be at peace within my own household. I introduce, point out, show, teach, and do what I can without overwhelming my hubby with the truth. Most of the time it comes in one sentence comments, that are left there like seeds for the Lord to water. Where I am at spiritually and how I would like to live are still not as I would like. I have some spiritual freedoms and harmony in the home and when (notice I said when) my hubby (priest of the household) leads our family to a deeper relationship with Yeshua, I will rejoice.

Pray for hubby, he is Luthren and does not believe he needs to do anything to gain salvation, he already has it. I would love to see his life richer in the width, depth, and length of salvation offered by Yeshua. His heart is good, and I believe that when convicted will follow.