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Originally posted by lurkette
Someone who not only takes their faith seriously but quotes scripture at you as reason for why she can't date you...I can't really see you changing her mind, dude. Sorry, but you're better off finding a nice deist.
If you really feel strongly about pursuing this discussion, you might point out that this passage comes from the writings of Paul, which were very specific missives to Christian communities dealing with very specific issues in a historical context. To apply them broadly is not necessarily appropriate. You might point out that Jesus hung out not just with unbelievers but with the "worst" of the unbelievers - lepers, prostitutes, tax collectors, etc. Guess it all depends on what's more important to her: the spirit of Jesus's teachings or the letter of Scripture.
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Nice answer Lurkette! Fight fire with fire!
I was going to post something about Corinthians being less divine law, and more the apostles pleading their case to early Christians, but I think Lurkette argues this nicely.
Still, twotimes, it sounds like you've got a keeper there. Maybe just spend some time with her, and see what happens. By all means don't give up.