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It's difficult for many to understand how age doesn't make you magically independent in some cultures. You're raised with a certain level of almost subservience to your elders that often conflicts with the notion of 18 as adult. I can understand how you can be in your 20's and 30's yet still have difficulty making a decision that is directly against a parent's
I know you feel like this guy is a possible spouse for you, but I think you should honestly evaluate the situation that you've found yourself in. Take in all sides and think more logically. If you are sure this is the mate that God has for you, go to your pastor as many have mentioned and figure out the right way to this rather than lying and sneaking around.
I understand conservative cultures and opinionated parents but that can't be the excuse that you use to do things in a way that you're not comfortable with. I'm assuming you aren't comfortable with your actions based on the words sneaking and lying. Whether this situation turns out the way you'd like or not, making sure you behaved in a manner to be proud of should still be important.
I know you feel like this guy is a possible spouse for you, but I think you should honestly evaluate the situation that you've found yourself in. Take in all sides and think more logically. If you are sure this is the mate that God has for you, go to your pastor as many have mentioned and figure out the right way to this rather than lying and sneaking around.
I understand conservative cultures and opinionated parents but that can't be the excuse that you use to do things in a way that you're not comfortable with. I'm assuming you aren't comfortable with your actions based on the words sneaking and lying. Whether this situation turns out the way you'd like or not, making sure you behaved in a manner to be proud of should still be important.