What Can a Christian Do On A Cruise?

[renee819]

My daughter and her husband, as a Christmas present is paying for the family to go on a Cruise to the Caribbean. I've never desired to go on a cruise, but I do love to be with my family. There will be my 2 sons and their wives, my daughter and her husband and me

She sent me one of their advertisements, and there isn't one thing on there that I would want to do, except eat. I hear they have fabulous food, but I bet it won't match home cooking. I'll take my Kindle and maybe read a lot, but that won't be with the family.

You that have been on cruises, any suggestions?

[obriencp]

My wife and I went a few years back. We would read, eat, shop, check out the shows at night, and a lot of relaxing. Also, there will be opportunities to get off the ship at the different ports for more sight seeing and excursions if you're interested. You can still relax, enjoy the family, and take in all of nature's beauty without being a drunkard (contrary to worldly beliefs) :)

[n david]

My parents went on a cruise several years ago with a bunch of other Pastors and wives. They enjoyed it. Like Obrien posted, there should be several ports of call during the trip, and on-board there are a few things you can do with the family that don't include going to the club.

Sounds like it will be a good time with family. :thumbsup

[Sweet Pea]

Check out the brochure for the types of excursions offered. I've never been on a Caribbean cruise, but I have cruised Alaska and along the west coast. I'm sure that there are excursions that would be interesting and fun. See what the others in the family are planning for their excursions. Since they are younger, they may be planning things that you don't feel comfortable doing. During the day when they are out and about - yes, you could sit on the deck and read. However, if you want to do something different than what they are doing - don't give up the chance to learn things of historical / cultural interest. Take one of the excursions that interests you - even if alone.

Now - while the ship is at sea - there are usually rooms that have large windows and are furnished with tables/chairs for playing games. Plan to take games that you play as a family (board games, dominoes, rook, or other card games). You can sit together - have a great time of family fun and enjoy the beautiful scenery and/or ocean view. There are usually places outside on deck that are set up for such a type of thing - but sometimes the weather isn't cooperative with that. Usually there are different activities even on board that are interesting. Sometimes there are tours the the kitchen areas with information given by the chef. I've seen ice carving demonstrations. Even classes on how they fold their napkins and towels into such cute creations. Lots of stuff to see and do!

Most of the shows are family friendly. Sometimes the ones later in the evening are adult only. Read the brochures and even talk to the staff on board for their input.

Yes, usually the food is good. I smiled at your comment about "home cooking." No, it isn't the same - it's a different type. It was absolutely out of this world on our first cruise. We were somewhat disappointed on our Alaskan cruise. The cruise line makes a huge difference - in many things. If they have a midnight buffet, it is worth it to go at least once. The art of how they display the food is worth staying up late to see! Take a camera. And if they have a chocolate night? Don't miss it!!!! Beautiful creations carved from chocolate. And the desserts are good! :nod

Go! Have a GREAT time! Enjoy your children and be thankful that they were kind enough to do this for you. Some children would have been all about going and having a good time for themselves and leaving momma at home because she might cramp their style. :heeheehee

[Sister Alvear]

Years ago a church paid for me to go with them on a cruise but it was a gospel singing cruise ..i really enjoyed it. My sister went on another type cruise she didn't care for it.

[renee819]

Sweet Pea wrote,
However, if you want to do something different than what they are doing - don't give up the chance to learn things of historical / cultural interest. Take one of the excursions that interests you - even if alone.

I wish they had oil painting classes, me and my daughter would both enjoy that. But I'll be sure and check to see what they have.

Go! Have a GREAT time! Enjoy your children and be thankful that they were kind enough to do this for you. Some children would have been all about going and having a good time for themselves and leaving momma at home because she might cramp their style

Oh, I am very thankful. I have great kids, and they about always include me in all that they do. We used to do a lot of camping in the mountains in the summer. I hope we do this summer, I want to gather some herbs and teach 2 of my little grt. Grand daughter's about how to find herbs.









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[commonsense]

It's on my bucket list.......just not sure if all that great food would all be off limits due to food allergies. But.....it still sounds cool.

Go! Enjoy!

[Timmy]

Eating, drinking, swimming, gambling, reading, walking, making new friends, dancing, shows, shopping, shore excursions.

[Timmy]

Massage, spa, exercise, art auctions, photography, wine classes, cooking classes, towel folding classes.

Oh, and don't forget witnessing! :)

[Timmy]

(Been on four cruises. Loved every one of them!)

[n david]

Oh, and don't forget witnessing! :)
I'm sure there will be water nearby to baptize people.... :nod

[hometown guy]

I'm sure there will be water nearby to baptize people.... :nod

Don't be silly.... Women can't baptize people :icecream

[navygoat1998]

Don't be silly.... Women can't baptize people :icecream

They can hold the pastor's tie :heeheehee

[Timmy]

:lol

[Abiding Now]

What Can a Christian Do On A Cruise?

Sin.

[Sister Alvear]

just baptize the whole bunch...

[renee819]

just baptize the whole bunch...

Now that!!! Would be a great cruise!

[renee819]

Don't be silly.... Women can't baptize people :icecream

I've never baptized any one, before. But if there was no one else to do it, why not?

[Adam]

just baptize the whole bunch...

Only when the ship sinks.

[Praxeas]

Pass out tracts, stand in one place for an hour, stand in another place for an hour, preach hell fire at the sinners, eat and teach bible studies

[Abiding Now]

Pass out tracts, stand in one place for an hour, stand in another place for an hour, preach hell fire at the sinners, eat and teach bible studies

Be sure and locate the life rafts first.


:nod

[renee819]

Pass out tracts, stand in one place for an hour, stand in another place for an hour, preach hell fire at the sinners, eat and teach bible studies

No, Thank you. That's not my style.

[Sister Alvear]

lol....we are a carnal bunch!

[renee819]

lol....we are a carnal bunch!

Amen!

[renee819]

What Can a Christian Do On A Cruise?

Sin.


Abiding. I know that you are joking, but I don't believe that everyone on the Cruise will be there to sin. There might even be some Missionaries on there.

However, when I am thrown in with a bunch of sinners, my spirit is grieved. I just hope that I won't display a depressed spirit. And just maybe, I can find people of likeminded spirit. Hopefully.

[Abiding Now]

Abiding. I know that you are joking, but I don't believe that everyone on the Cruise will be there to sin. There might even be some Missionaries on there.

However, when I am thrown in with a bunch of sinners, my spirit is grieved. I just hope that I won't display a depressed spirit. And just maybe, I can find people of likeminded spirit. Hopefully.

I hope that you have a wonderful time. Enjoy your family and make some great memories. Pick you up a couple of good books to read and enjoy the view.

[renee819]

I hope that you have a wonderful time. Enjoy your family and make some great memories. Pick you up a couple of good books to read and enjoy the view.


Thank you, that is what I am planning o doing.

[Praxeas]

lol....we are a carnal bunch!
Carnal or Carnival? :heeheehee

[crakjak]

Abiding. I know that you are joking, but I don't believe that everyone on the Cruise will be there to sin. There might even be some Missionaries on there.

However, when I am thrown in with a bunch of sinners, my spirit is grieved. I just hope that I won't display a depressed spirit. And just maybe, I can find people of likeminded spirit. Hopefully.

How about just trying to meet someone that you don't know, sinner or not? What good is your righteousness if it is so holy that it refuses to get close to sinners?
Christians spend most of their time witnessing, to other Christians, preaching to choir. How about going out among sinners, you know the world, and be the church???

[renee819]

How about just trying to meet someone that you don't know, sinner or not? What good is your righteousness if it is so holy that it refuses to get close to sinners?
Christians spend most of their time witnessing, to other Christians, preaching to choir. How about going out among sinners, you know the world, and be the church???

I do, and I will. I have no plans to stay in my cabin. And people do usually seek me out, because I listen to them, saint or sinner alike.

[Abiding Now]

When I want to interact with sinners I just come here.






























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[MissBrattified]

Make sure you choose the right cruise line! Carnival is known for being the "party" cruise line. I haven't been on Royal Caribbean, but I've been told that it's more family friendly. ;)

[timjoiner]

I went on an Alaskan cruise a few years ago. It wasn't bad until I saw a couple of whales































climbing out of the hot tub.

[canam]

You Timjoiner need an intervention, Again ! :)

[Hoovie]

I have enjoyed a few cruises. If women in swimming suits are a big problem for you maybe don't go....? I think we had a pretty fun time. Didn't drink alcohol or gamble.... But enjoyed the rest.

[canam]

And make sure you dont walk into the sun room with all the nude bathers ? as happened to friend of mine,he was quite shocked :) This same guy and his wife went to see the play jesus christ superstar ,thinking it was a nice christian play, :) smh

[Abiding Now]

And make sure you dont walk into the sun room with all the nude bathers ? as happened to friend of mine,he was quite shocked :) This same guy and his wife went to see the play jesus christ superstar ,thinking it was a nice christian play, :) smh

Now that right there is funny! :killinme

[Timmy]

What can a Christian do on a cruise? Anything!

All things are lawful for them. (http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=1%20Corinthians+10:23&version=KJV) They can do anything. (http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Philippians+4:13&version=KJV) They are not living under the law. (http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Romans%206:14&version=KJV)

[Jermyn Davidson]

Aren't there cruises designed for married couples? I imagine a Christian couple could partake in those activities... anywhere they wanted to. :)

[Abiding Now]

Just go and have fun, your Holy Ghost convictions will guide you.

[Aquila]

I believe that all things are lawful. But not all things are expedient. When confronted with the option to do a certain thing, ask yourself, "How does this serve me?" As another poster said, simply allow the Spirit to lead and guide.

[Esther]

I have been on quite a few. love to cruise.

My first was Celebrity best for food and entertainment.

Second was with Carnival. It was a lot different, food was good, but not the same as a higher priced cruise line. Although their food was open 24 hours.

Royal Cribbean was a larger ship, with good food and entertainment was good.

The last two cruises have found the quality of food is way down more like a plain resturant.

My favorite is the Baked Alaska cake they usually serve on last night.

They all do incredible things with food that they display at midnight. Well worth going to see.

The biggest hassle is leaving the vessel and doing the drill first day.

All the ones I have been on have a shuffle board which is fun to play. Plenty of places to walk and I love looking at the water. God's handiworth is breath taking.

The excursion are usually the highlight of your trip. As someone else said, take your family games and enjoy.