if a Christian sins, like molests a child, or has an affair, or robs a bank, its ok coz they can ask for forgiveness from God, and God is their only judge.
If a non- believer does the same thing, what excuse can they use? if i do something bad i take FULL responsibility for my action, i dont make excuses.
2006-10-19 12:26:55 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
and Christians can say that SATAN took control of their body and made them do bad things.
as a non believer all i can say is i made a mistake and i did something bad
2006-10-19 12:29:03 · update #1
God does forgive all sin, but that is no reason to sin, nor is it any kind of excuse.
God expects us to take responsibility for our sins, and to take the consequences also.
If I, as a Christian, were to rob a bank, my sin is under the blood, but that is no reason why I should not do my time in jail.
I am not one to judge, but I believe that there are many people out there who call themselves Christians, and use it as an excuse for sin. This is not what the Bible teaches.
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2006-10-19 12:34:10 · answer #1 · answered by oltmprch 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I am a Christian !! ........ When I say " I am a Christian " , I`m not shouting " I`m saved " , I`m whispering " I`m lost " , That is why I chose this way ..... When I say " I am a Christian ", I`m not trying to be strong , I`m professing I`m weak , and pray to carry on ...... When I say " I am a Christian ", I don`t speak of it because of pride , I`m confessing I stumble , and need someone to be my guild ......When I say " I am a Christian ", I`m not bragging of success , I`m admitting I have failed , and cannot ever pay the debt .... When I say " I am a Christian " , I`m not claiming to be perfect , my flaws are too visible , but God believes I`m worth it .... When I say " I am a Christian ", I still feel the sting of pain , I have my share of heartaches, which is why I seek His name .... When I say " I am a Christain " , I do not wish to judge , I have no authority , I only know God loves me ...
2006-10-19 12:51:42 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's NOT ok. Those people are NOT Christians. The title of Christian is so over used today it's almost INSANE.
Approximately 99 out of 100 people who say they are Christian are not even close.
A real Christian views sin as the thing that caused Jesus to suffer so it is detestable, disgusting and we avoid it like the plague.
Also a real Christian understands "Grace Abuse" in which there is no forgiveness AND "If you go on sinning, you are of the devil."
2006-10-19 12:35:38 · answer #3 · answered by Tom C 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Christian or not, if you molest a child, rob a bank, etc., you are guilty of committing crimes that deserves punishment.
Will God forgive? Absolutely, if you are truly repentent.
Will you get off scott free? Absolutely not. If you commit the crime you do the time regardless if you're a christian or not.
2006-10-19 12:38:56 · answer #4 · answered by daren000 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
In asking for forgiveness, those individuals SHOULD be recognizing that what they did was wrong, not just blowing it off. I believe that it is not just asking for forgiveness but being sincere in understanding one's sinfulness and brings about forgiveness.
and SOME people refuse to accept responsibility for their actions regardless of their beliefs. Please do not judge the majority by the few.
2006-10-19 12:30:24 · answer #5 · answered by treehse65 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
A real Christian will not do those things you spoke of and are able to still claim to be a Christian. Being a Christian is to be Christ-like. To share His word with others, and be a beacon of light for those who do those things you spoke of. We all sin... Yes Christians do sin too, but we turn to the Lord for His forgivness and we do have to pay for those sins in life just like everyone else. Being a Chrisitian does not pardon anyone for their sins. You have absolutely no idea about what you are talking about.
There is such thing as a reprobate..
Titus 1:16 They profess that they know God; but in works they deny him, being abominable, and disobedient, and unto every good work reprobate.
Romans 1:29-30 Being filled with all unrighteousness, fornication, wickedness, covetousness, maliciousness; full of envy, murder, debate, deceit, malignity; whisperers,
30 Backbiters, haters of God, despiteful, proud, boasters, inventors of evil things, disobedient to parents,
Matthew 7:21 Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven
Matthew 5:44 But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;
I am praying for you, and for the obvious hate that your heart is filled with.
2006-10-19 12:44:02 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, honey.
They don't sin BECAUSE they can ask for forgiveness.
They sin because they are human and they are frail. Prone to temptation.
If they are lucky, they remember to ask for forgiveness. Some don't. Some sin and spend the rest of their lives hating themselves.
Everyone is fully responsible for their actions. Even those who ask for forgiveness.
2006-10-19 12:30:39 · answer #7 · answered by Max Marie, OFS 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
no it is not O.K. and God is not their only judge.
while God might forgive them and let them into heaven, they still have to pay the penalty here and now.
the bible says what so ever you sow you shall also reap in this life time, that mean bad as well as good.
and that is why people do not seem to understand when bad things happen to them.
2006-10-19 12:35:31 · answer #8 · answered by Hannah's Grandpa 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Beautiful question! Every Human being is without excuse and will all be judged. Every person is held accountable for their actions. God bless and I love you!
Smooches and Shalom
2006-10-19 12:36:23 · answer #9 · answered by Pashur 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
The difference is in acknowledging it is a sin. Of course you don't consider your sins to be sins but just oooops. I have news for you, your denial of sin doesn't make you better then anybody else, just more self-righteous.
2006-10-19 12:30:52 · answer #10 · answered by parepidemos_00 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋