Re: Some food for thought...
Almost all the big Alims were born in Muslim families. A lot of beautiful Islamic literature was created by people born in Muslim families. Majority of the people who go to Masjid or follow religion passionately are born in Muslim families. There are handful of converts among them, right ? So what does that prove ?
When it comes to Islam , surely a combination of your family's commitment and your own passion plays a vital role in what kind of Muslim you become. No ?