"Don't look at what I'm doing look over there!"...Isn't this how Christian morality works?

Question

Lots of finger pointing to distract attention away from the pointer.

I'm thinking most finger pointers have shameful secrets of their own that they are trying desperately to hide

Answer 1

I've noticed this a lot. Many Christians, not all but many, will say "oh what you're doing is sin" to a homosexual or a criminal or something, but then turn around and get a divorce and remarry or cheat on their spouse.

It seems many people think their own sins are ok but not anyone esles.

*Edit* I am a Christian, but most Christians don't even accept the denomination to which I belong, so yes, I see it all the time.

Answer 2

Agreed..there are some (certainly not all) that profess to be Christian only to hide behind the facade...These poor folk are misguided in their "belief" ...I should know, I was one of them once....true Christian Faith is an ongoing growth process...something that can't be done on ones own...it takes God's help.....much like an earthly father helps their child to grow and learn....if a person "points" one finger at another, there's 3 fingers on this hand that is pointing back at ones self..Right?

Answer 3

This not how Christian morality works, this is how Christians fall short of God's moral standard. Absolutely, no one is perfect, and it is easier to point a finger at someone else than to say "I screwed up." Not just Christians, but this really applies to everyone. Nobody likes the idea of personal accountability. That's just human nature.

Answer 4

No, that isn't how it is supposed to work. And I wonder how many "Christians" you've seen doing this?
It is uncomfortable when I have done something wrong, and I would rather not have to admit it "publicly", but when I have erred, then it is my responsibility to own up and apologize, make amends, repent and make all effort to not repeat that error.
What seems apparent to me is that many people have the expectation that the person who says they are Christian will never, ever, ever, make a poor decision, or behave rashly or sin, or act stupid, or get divorced, or whatever, and that they somehow think it is okay just because it happens. That is not the way it works.
When I do it, as a Christian, it is just as wrong.

Answer 5

Not necessarily. Christians believe that if you ask God to forgive you for your sins in the name of Jesus Christ, then you will be forgiven. That means that Christians are entitled to some mistakes as well. The preaching is meant to help Christians avoid the temptation, if possible.

Answer 6

while you are correct - i don't think its in the manner/tone in which you've posted.
Christians ARE to be humble in their actions, throughts and prayers. in the bible we are taught that we are to walk humble through this life - not shout from the rooftops - look at me i'm praying/helping someone/giving to chairty -whatever. so, in that manner - yes, Christian morality does work that way - so to speak.

Answer 7

No, You are very very wrong.I am Christian,I am not 100%
perfect,but I strive to be.I do not point a finger,we all fall short.

Answer 8

Its the morality of a hypocrite.

Answer 9

No, it does not;
and this is not; what Christianity teaches.

Answer 10

Indeed!