I have a friend who cheated on his wife. Then he became a Christian and asked god for forgiveness. No he says he feels no guilt about what he did because he is forgiven in the eyes of the lord.
So, confessing to invisible Jesus somehow made him feel like he didn't need to confess to his wife. And now he feels like he is completely ok in the grand scheme of things.
I'm not saying he should tell his wife. But the only reason he doesn't feel guilt anymore is because he thinks that praying to some imaginary being made it all better.
Thoughts? Concerns? Flames?
2007-02-23 12:07:51 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
And we wonder why it's so popular in prisons.
I'm sorry gentlemen of the parole board...but I'm different now....I'm forgiven.
2007-02-23 12:11:16 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 1⤋
Basically it is. If we were to suffer the punishment for our sins we would all be in hell and in fact many will. However God has been merciful by offering forgiveness in Jesus.
You friend is correct not to feel guilt because that was his old life and once he has repented, that sin is wiped away and doesnt count against him. How does guilt help people live faithful lives for God? It doesnt.
As far as his wife goes, that shouldve been something that he made known to her. If someone has sin in their life they need to not only repent but makeup for the things they have done wrong, especially if they just happened! It sounds like hes trying to seek forgiveness which is good, but denying responsiblity for what he did and it is quite serious. His wife is going to find out sooner or later and best to get it out of the way. If she wants to divorce him, that is her decision and her right (since he cheated) and if not he should thank God he has a forgiving wife.
Tell your friend that part of recieving redemption is paying restitution to people you have sinned against and his wife needs to know. And God is far from imaginary, he is the living god that created everything and is going to judge everyone for everything they ever said, believed, and did.
2007-02-23 12:34:02 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
It is my belief that some things don't have to be told to the world. But part of the repentance process (which a person needs to go through to be forgiven) is making amends for what you have done. And part of making amends it telling the person whom you have hurt, even if the person doesn't realize it yet.
And also, if you have truly repented of something, then you won't hesitate to tell others if you feel it will help. There is no need to hide something that you have truly repented of.
Note: When I say "truly repented," I mean you've made a commitment never to do that sin again and you haven't.
Oh, and that whole "save by Christ's grace alone," I don't quite believe it. The statement is missing something. The Lord wouldn't have us come to this world and go through this test, only to give us a free ticket if at the end we say, "Whoops, I made a mistake, please forgive me." I believe that we are saved by Christ's grace, yes, but only after we have done all that we can to follow his commandments.
2007-02-23 12:14:30 · answer #3 · answered by Anne W 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
His repentance and confession is incomplete.
As it is written: "Therefore, make it your habit to confess your sins to one another and to pray for one another, so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective." (James 5:16)
Having done that as well, then it would be complete. But as another mentioned, there are consequences that forgiveness doesn't necessarily get rid of.
His wife would have biblical grounds for divorce, as adultery is one of two reasons it would be allowed. (Matthew 5:32)
2007-02-23 12:16:55 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
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2016-12-04 20:56:47 · answer #5 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think everyone would agree that if he is truly sorry he should tell his wife. If he truely believes in God this will be the last time he cheats on her. Lets not judge him we all sin and if he found God its truely remarkable. Grace is a wonderful gift.
2007-02-23 12:22:58 · answer #6 · answered by TULSA 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I think that's pretty true for a lot of Christians. Jesus forgives them and all is right again.
2007-02-23 12:14:24 · answer #7 · answered by Sun: supporting gay rights 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Jesus forgives
He wants us to make things right with people.
People may not forgive.
2007-02-23 12:12:38 · answer #8 · answered by robert p 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No somebody else paid the price for his bad deeds !!!
Namely, Jesus Christ, Lord and Savior
2007-02-23 12:16:19 · answer #9 · answered by rapturefuture 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
It's not a get out of jail free card, and I doubt that he's sincere. How convenient for him.
2007-02-23 12:12:02 · answer #10 · answered by Justsyd 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋