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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.
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