Why cast the first stone?
2007-10-25 16:45:34 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Actually there have been cases where people chose to forgive rather than press charges. That said, the court system is under the government, not God.
Give to Caesar what is Caesar's, give to God what is God's.
2007-10-25 16:53:59 · answer #1 · answered by Troy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Christians are told to forgive those who seek forgiveness. Christians are also told to live under the laws of man unless they contradict God's law. So if a thief broke into my home and stole from me, it is proper for me to call the cops and make a complaint, if the man brings back my things and apologizes and appears to be sincere, then it would be proper for me, as a Christian, to tell the cops I do not wish to press charges. The Bible also says that between Christians we are not supposed to use the courts. So if I feel that someone in my church (or any Christian) has wronged me I would properly address that by going first to the person, then by involving the elders of the church. Christians are known by their fruits, and they are to settle their mutal disagreements amongst themselves. However, if some drugged out lunatics kills my husband, I will call the cops and testify against them in court, following the law of the land.
2007-10-25 23:56:55 · answer #2 · answered by Jez 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
We only need to fore give those who ask for forgiveness. Most criminals do not ask for forgiveness and say they are wrong. Next we are human and it is difficult to fore give. We are commanded to follow the laws of the land so if the laws allow justice we have that right and are justified under the law.
2007-10-25 23:51:24 · answer #3 · answered by budleit2 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Courts of law are either state or federal government - not of the church. We of the church happen to live within those jurisdictions. There is nothing morally wrong in seeking redress for grievances. On Judgment Day, that is exactly what the Lord Himself will do.
2007-10-25 23:50:52 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Forgiveness and mercy do not necessarily mean there will be no consequences for actions. In particular, punishment through the courts may be necessary to protect others in society.
2007-10-25 23:54:27 · answer #5 · answered by Daisy J 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, to forgive, but that does not mean there are or should not be consequences for ones actions....We are also suppose to abide by our legal law - as long as not to go against God's law - hence, I believe we are accountable to the legal consequences of our actions. Christians are suppose to be kind, loving and yes, forgiving but not doormats. Even Jesus was brought to a righteous anger in the temple....... how's that :o)
2007-10-25 23:51:32 · answer #6 · answered by chixwithkidz5 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
the christians are always the first to cast the first stone..... I say give a real stone a job and throw it through their church windows...
2007-10-25 23:56:19 · answer #7 · answered by NO Labels 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Here ya go. Below is the verses you are referring to. Note it says a brother. If you are not a Christian you are not my brother.
Matthew 18:21 Then came Peter to him, and said, Lord, how oft shall my brother sin against me, and I forgive him? till seven times?
Mat 18:22 Jesus saith unto him, I say not unto thee, Until seven times: but, Until seventy times seven.
2007-10-25 23:48:20 · answer #8 · answered by Bible warrior 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
there is no where in the Bible where it states that a christian is to lay down and allow others to treat them bad and not receive justice....the laws of the land are put there for all of us believers and non believers alike....and please there is nothing deep about this question at all.....lol
edge and others said it well...
2007-10-25 23:50:56 · answer #9 · answered by shiningon 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Yes you are suppose to forgive over and over again. But their were judges in the bible. But I get what you are saying. that's deep
2007-10-25 23:50:00 · answer #10 · answered by Imdatchick 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋