Murder is a big no no when it comes to the Christian religion. But then they forgive the murderers because its the "Christian" thing to do. Isn't that kinda hypocritical?
No offence to the Christians, but I am just curious about this and would like to know an answer even if I am wrong.
2007-01-09 09:03:38 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
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2007-01-09 09:07:13 · answer #1 · answered by Dr. Brooke 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Forgiveness doesnt mean to condone behavior, I think thats where the confusion is. I have had many horrible things dont to me in my life, but what good does it do to not forgive the person? It means I have to carry the hurt around with me the rest of my life which isnt going to be productive. it's easier to forgive a person if you know they are sorry they did it, but if they arent sorry, Im sure they're happy you wont forgive them. Ive forgiven everyone thats hurt me (I think I have anyway) but that doesnt mean I have to be their best friend, condone the action or even let it happen again. Forgiveness is getting over it, not letting it dictate the future, ceasing the feeling of resentment, which benifit ME when I dont keep these things in my life.
2007-01-09 17:15:12 · answer #2 · answered by impossble_dream 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, you are right. We are to forgive, no matter what, but we are not to condone what they did. Forgiving is a "releasing", where you give the situation and that person to God's hands, and you release yourself of the burden, pain, anger, resentment, etc.
When a man commits murder, and he turns to God and asks for forgiveness, God forgives him, and that man is given the gift of eternal life, BUT, that doesn't mean he does not have to face the consequences while still here on earth. He will spend the rest of his life in jail.
We commit sin, and yes, God forgives us if we are truly seeking forgiveness and plan to turn away from our former way of life (repentence). But, that doesn't mean we are not accountable here on earth. We still have to take our punishment here on earth, as the law provides.
Heed what I said: "As the law provides."
Jesus was very respectful of the law, and we are, too.
2007-01-09 17:10:47 · answer #3 · answered by Dianne C 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
premeditated murder is not to be forgiven on earth. if it is proven, the murderer is to be put to death to be met by the person they murdered and one or more representatives of god. once there a pardon may or may not be granted depending on the apology being sincere and they follow a straight path from then on.
when hell is finally lit all of the no good niks will be consumed in the fire and be resigned to a life of that similar to the fate of the smoke off a cigarette.
none of the souls which were born in the earth to date are condemn to hell yet. the souls that refuse to be born of women on the other hand will be.
2007-01-09 17:21:44 · answer #4 · answered by sodajerk50 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No.
If God can forgive us of every bad thing that we have ever (that's a lot) done or will do, then we should in turn forgive others.
Who are we to deny and condemn and imperfect person when we ourselves are just adding to our sin by unforgiveness?
Jesus forgave the men that crucified him; the most horrible death a person could suffer.
I don't take offense.
2007-01-09 17:08:25 · answer #5 · answered by Doug 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Jesus asked Our Father to forgive the men that killed Him. If we are to follow His example, we should be forgiving. That does not mean we approve of a behavior. It does not mean we don't believe in punishment and justice. It means that only God can judge whether a person has remorse. We cannot be worthy of forgiveness if we can't forgive others.
2007-01-09 17:13:05 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Love the person, hate what they do. Its easy...you do not even HAVE to be a Christian to do it. Its called unconditional love and anyone can do it.
Where you misunderstand comes from assuming that we hate sinners...we ARE all sinners. It is God who must forgive our sins...we forgive those who do something to us. Forgiving is not forgetting...and it does not mean we approve of the action the person took.
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2007-01-09 17:13:27 · answer #7 · answered by Callie 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Christians should try to be like their savior more and more everyday. If God forgave all the sins of the world, then why can't we forgive others as well? I hope that this is helpful to you!!
2007-01-09 17:11:38 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Weak ,ignorant Christians do that..
Murder is not forgiven in this flesh age.
1John.3:15 Whosoever hateth his brother is a murderer: and ye know that no * murderer hath eternal life abiding in him.
2007-01-09 17:07:27 · answer #9 · answered by Royal Racer Hell=Grave © 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It basically directs people not to live with hatred.
But human is a emotional creature. So not everything in religion teaching holds true to be a human. Nevertheless, religions try teach people how to live better with/without certain emotional burdens.
2007-01-09 17:15:55 · answer #10 · answered by Traveler 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't forgive murderers (like liberals.) I say give them the chair!!!!
2007-01-09 17:08:15 · answer #11 · answered by Non-Christians will burn in Hell 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋