Is flirting a sin.?

Question

It is so much fun.

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Answer 1

Probably. Everything that's fun is a sin, isn't it?
Good thing I don't believe in sin, you tasty little bombshell, you!

Answer 2

My guess is that YOU may be feeling convicted with YOUR type of flirting.... if this is the case.... then you already know the answer.

I might flirt by giving a wink... i do not think that this is a sin...however if I flirt by making some overly sensual gestures then that's a whole other story which I would need to take up to the most High.

My advise...search your heart!

Answer 3

No, I don't consider flirting a sin. I agree with Laz that it is a way of telling someone that you enjoy their presence. I have some ground rules for myself. Both parties need to understand that it is a harmless way of saying "I like you," that there are lines I will not cross and that I am 100% devoted to my spouse.

Now, flirting with my spouse... that's a different kind of fun altogether! =D

Namaste,
-Z

Answer 4

Good Question. I would agree. Flirting can be fun. Flirting, in a sense, is also natural. God created Men and Women to be attracted to each other. However, the issue depends on how we choose to display and communicate that attraction.

We have to ask ourselves, "Why is the purpose for my flirting?" Are we just having fun, or are we sincerely and seriously pursuing someone. We do not want to send the wrong signals, and flirting can do that if we are not careful. For example, a man/woman flirts in order to get achieve his/her ambitions but is not interested in the other person. This would be considered leading on, which is deceptive, which therefore makes it sin.

We also have to be mindful of where flirting can lead. The very act of flirting may be innocent in it self, but can lead us to sin (i.e. fornication, adultery). We have to be mindful of this.

Lastly, Jesus himself said, "Ye have heard that it was said by them of old time, Thou shalt not commit adultery: But I say unto you, That whosoever looks on a woman to lust after her has committed adultery with her already in his heart." - Matthew 5:27-28

This goes for both men and women. Jesus calls our motives and thoughts into question here. Friendly flirting can be okay (i.e. giving sincere compliments, hugging, holding hands, eye contact), but if these are used to seduce someone that is NOT your husband or wife can cause us to fall into sin. See, it goes back to the heart (motive) of an individual. We know what we are trying to achieve when we are flirting, and it is those motives that will lead us to sin.

I pray that this was helpful. If you’d like to continue this convo, feel free to e-mail me.

Be Blessed,
---Bryan

Answer 5

Not sure if it's a sin but if your married and talking to men then it's wrong because what if something occurs between you and the person you are flirting with. Then how is your husband or wife supposed to trust you? You'll break your spouse's heart and their trust and your marriage will probably fail.

Answer 6

Helloooo, If it is a sin, I'm the biggest sinner then. Thank you for the thought, I will say no. Flirting is never a sin, it is very good to flirt with others and show them your love. :)

Answer 7

flirting is a way of telling someone that you find them worthy to be a human being-that you consider them someone who is worth spending time with-it can be innocent or can be done with purpose but should always be considered a compliment-hope that is not sinning yet---just my thoughts-smile and enjoy the day

Answer 8

Premarital flirting MIGHT be a sin.
EXTRAmarital flirting probably is.
Flirting with your sunday school teacher isn't a good idea.
Boyfriend/girlfriend flirting is OK as long as you use protection.

Answer 9

No, flirting is harmless. But being provoactive and lustful is a sin.

Answer 10

Well...teasing is a sin.
So unless you put out after said flirting, yes, it's a sin.