in the Bible Jesus tells us that we should not lust.
From a Christian perspectiive, define and explain your definition of what it means to lust.
And why it would be considered a sin.
Come on dig deep guys, let me know what your heart tells you.
2007-07-07 10:01:26 · 16 answers · asked by ? 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Me, in a Louis Vuitton store.
From a Christian viewpoint lust means any intense desire or craving for self gratification. In the event of sexual lust, the other person becomes objectified as a "means to an end" for the fulfillment of the subject's desires.
2007-07-07 10:04:57 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Lust is the opposite of love. It is a type of hatred which comes from a divided heart, a heart not in love with God. Love is gently, kind, humble, meek, not self-seeking, and patient. Lust is harsh, selfish, envious, etc.
Ultimately, I believe the metaphysics of lust has to do with idolatry -- worshipping created things and not the Creator. When we are deprived of the only true relationship - the relationship with God, we seek out other forms of relationship with created things. When these relationships are not empowered by the love of God, they become lustful. Even if the "relationship" is to money, power, posessions, etc.
Lust is an attempt to fill the God-void with idols.
2007-07-07 17:07:08 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well isn't lust wanting someone in a sexual view?
Even thinking about someone in a sexual manner is lust.
It would be considered a sin because your mind isn't completely pure due to these sexually dirty thoughts.
I haven't been in church long, I've been going since elementary about 6 years ago when we do babyish things.
2007-07-07 17:07:08 · answer #3 · answered by Help 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Lust is a very strong physical and mental attraction.
It's really nice to pursue--if you're not married to someone else.
2007-07-07 17:07:13 · answer #4 · answered by Me 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Lust is an uncontrollable desire for something. Usually we think of it in the sexual realm, but it can be for "things". Another way to describe it is to covet.
2007-07-07 17:08:16 · answer #5 · answered by RB 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What do you do when a woman in a bikini walks by you....you lust......bingo
As for the sin part...you know in your heart you sinned.
2007-07-07 17:04:52 · answer #6 · answered by Brother G 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I'm not Christian and I dont think that sex is a horrible dirty thing, lol. The only time is would be bad is in instances where it would cause harm to others or yourself.
2007-07-07 17:06:18 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Lust is to want and yearn for something or someone. It is unhealthy to want that much. I don't want my neighbor lusting after my husband. I don't want to lust after anyone or anything. It causes marital, and other problems.
2007-07-07 17:05:26 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 0⤋
An evil(law) desire for the things forbidden;
Which is the reason for: "forbid(law) them not".
http://www.godshew.org/Concupiscence.htm
http://www.godshew.org/ShewBread5.htm#evilc
http://www.godshew.org/BiblicalDots.htm
Law is "both good and evil" ends with "evil".
Another law makes ppl feel "wretched" after,
which is how PTSD ppl say they feel after war.
http://www.godshew.org/AnotherLaw.htm
The grace(only) of our Lord Jesus Christ with you all. Amen.
2007-07-07 18:56:01 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Blunt? ok...
Lust is the physical need for sexual orientation, which revolves only upon vanity. Not love.
2007-07-07 17:05:28 · answer #10 · answered by Peanutbutter Goddess ~ PM! 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋