If not then what makes it ok to tell another they are destined for hell?
What kind of "kind considerate warnings" are considered too far?
2007-10-28 16:49:45 · 11 answers · asked by queen of snarky-yack again 4 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
What kind of reaction would you think I would get?
2007-10-28 16:54:34 · update #1
Most of you are answering hypothetically.
My mother has told me that I am a brat, and deserve prison. Both of my parents have told me that the world would be a better place, if I killed myself.
And of all people, I know how much that hurts. It's not right. At all. She's probably right; the world is better off without me. But telling me that.. The worst thing she ever did to me.
As far as I'm concerned, you can tell someone that according to your beliefs, one would go to Hell. But be neutral or nice; never rude or threatening. Don't EVER try to scare them. When the person you're talking to feels insulted or hurt, then you've gone too far.
2007-10-28 17:02:47 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Oh jeeez...
Sometimes I wish I could tell MY mom that about my younger sister haha, but if I were you I would'nt. It's not going to prevent the child from being in prison at any point in time, and I don't think the mom is going to appreciate you're honesty.
2007-10-28 23:57:37 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
It is not OK in either case. That's considered judgment. And judgment about anything is not our job. Its God's.
The only thing you can do is live your life for God and show God's love. Telling someone that they are hell bound will only drive them further away.
2007-10-28 23:55:39 · answer #3 · answered by Lady Geologist 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You can only guess if a person is destined to go to jail. Going to hell is cut and dry not a iffy thing.
2007-10-28 23:56:54 · answer #4 · answered by mdjgirl7 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Is it ok if I don't tell someone that the building they're in is burning down? If not, than what makes it okay to not tell someone that they're destined for Hell?
2007-10-28 23:58:19 · answer #5 · answered by Skunk 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Sure it is OK to do that, the best way is over the phone and from a different state, then stay the hell out of her neighborhood. lol
2007-10-28 23:57:22 · answer #6 · answered by Augie 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you know of an absolute way to prevent the kid from his destiny in prison, then it IS an act of love to tell her!
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2007-10-28 23:53:21 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Only if you know the mom could you say such a thing. And then it should be approached in a delicate way. I'm not sure exactly what you should say, but it shouldn't be just blurted out either.
2007-10-29 00:00:41 · answer #8 · answered by sweetgurl13069 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Interesting thought!
2007-10-28 23:53:39 · answer #9 · answered by sandra b 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
You can only be as honest as you want ! But it is upto the mom if she wants to believe you ?So throw caution to the wind and find out !!!!
2007-10-29 00:00:40 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋