2006-09-20 07:14:41 · 24 answers · asked by gee-geeofmo 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
I think it is a sign that a person doesn't know who they are in God. I struggled with it for years. It wasn't until I realized who I am in God and that I have a purpose that my low self esteem was broken. I am somebody in Christ.
Love in Jesus' name
2006-09-20 07:19:42 · answer #1 · answered by oaluvslife29 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. Having low self-esteem is not a mortal sin. Are you Catholic? Just wondering since Catholicism is the only mainstream religion I can think of that actually differentiates types of sin using particular labels (i.e. mortal sin vs. venial sin).
If you Catholic (and even if you're not) remember that mortal sin is a sin that 1) is utterly terrible; 2) you commit with full knowledge; and 3) you commit deliberately (knowing it's wrong). Having a low self-esteem doesn't meet this definition.
You should talk to someone about why you feel this way. Did someone tell you that having a low self-esteem is a mortal sin? If so, they're wrong. God loves you. You should figure out how to allow you to love yourself. Good luck!
2006-09-20 14:31:41 · answer #2 · answered by happibun8 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Low self esteem doesn't seem as dangerous as having an overly inflated self esteem
2006-09-20 14:19:41 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why did you use the term "mortal sin"? According to the Bible, all sin is deserving of death.
-It says in Romans 6:23 "For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord."
2006-09-20 14:17:25 · answer #4 · answered by resilience 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No sin, but definitely not the way to live your life, so get some help or help yourself to improve your piece of mind. So get a grip and enjoy the gift of life.
2006-09-20 14:19:05 · answer #5 · answered by gary o 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. Because it's something a person cannot help. To sin you have to exercise free will to go against what you know is right.
2006-09-20 14:31:24 · answer #6 · answered by inquiringmind 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not generally, but if taken to far I think it would be. Having doubts in yourself is not sinful. Having doubts that God can do the things through you is. Anything is possible with God.
2006-09-20 14:17:57 · answer #7 · answered by Rick D 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not at all. You should realize that you have been given every spiritual gift, are the head and not the tail, are more than a conqueror, can do all things...stuff like that! Feel better now?
2006-09-20 14:19:42 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Slothfulness? Yes.
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2006-09-20 14:19:05 · answer #9 · answered by Pashur 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, why do you have low self-esteem? God loves you more than all His creation. Put your faith and trust in Him alone.
3 "Blessed are the poor in spirit, For theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 4 Blessed are those who mourn, For they shall be comforted. 5 Blessed are the meek, For they shall inherit the earth. 6 Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, For they shall be filled. 7 Blessed are the merciful, For they shall obtain mercy. 8 Blessed are the pure in heart, For they shall see God. 9 Blessed are the peacemakers, For they shall be called sons of God. 10 Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake, For theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 11 "Blessed are you when they revile and persecute you, and say all kinds of evil against you falsely for My sake. 12 Rejoice and be exceedingly glad, for great is your reward in heaven, for so they persecuted the prophets who were before you.
2006-09-20 14:22:38 · answer #10 · answered by JohnC 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋