I dont know if it was wrong or not.

[Nathan55]

I try not to touch, and sometimes i can go for a long time with out doing it. But i cracked for the first time today in a while and im wondering to myself if what i have done was something that was really really bad, or if it was nothing to be concerned with. even worse i dont know if i should act normally or if i should be on my knees repenting. someone please direct me in the right direction.

-Thanks
Nathan

 

[Mr.Cheese]

It happens.

 

[madison1101]

I have struggled with this same question throughout my walk with Christ. I have come to the conclusion that for me, it is sin. It involves lust, which is sin.

However, the good news is, my Jesus understands, loves and forgives me. I look at how He addressed the woman caught in adultery. He did not condemn her. He does not condemn you.

 

[Nathan55]

But should i feel bad by doing this?, should i repent profusely? im just confused and trying to get on the right track.

 

[Verv]

But should i feel bad by doing this?, should i repent profusely? im just confused and trying to get on the right track.

Interestingly enough I have just begun a campaign of witholding...

I think of it this way:

Masturbation and lust is a sin, and it should be avoided. However, God does understand when we crack -- we are only human after all. We make mistakes.

It takes a long time and a lot of struggle before one can be in total control of oneself, and to be able to master what is inside of them.

Yes, you should repent for it is a sin, and you should regret it, however, do not dwell on it. God does not think of you as a terrible person, nor does anyone here -- very few people can abstain for long periods of time. Your effort is what counts.

 

[chilibowl]

do you repent profusely when you lie or gossip or any of the "Minor" sins? Sin is only minor because people deem them that way.. the same is true about "Major" sins.. All Sin Is Death! All Sin! would you get the death penality for J-walking? no. why because in our law that is a minor offence.. but to god all sin is a crime punishiable by death! (Spiritualy) so that makes the little ones the same as the big ones. So treat this as you would any other sin.

 

[doofus125]

Repent and move on. We all have urges and sometimes give into them, u'r not alone so don't beat yourself up over it.

 

[Donnabing]

Nathan,

The fact that you are concerned about this tells me that it is a sin for you to touch. The Lord gives us that still quiet voice inside us that tells us when we are doing something we should not do. Seek the Lord on this subject. He will make your heart lean towards righteousness. Paul said in 1 Corinthians 6:12 “Everything is permissible for me”–but not everything is beneficial. “Everything is permissible for me”–but I will not be mastered by anything." If this "thing" is taking control over you in any way, as if you are compelled to do it even when you do not want to do it nessicarily, you should flee from it. The Lord will not allow you to be tempted beyond what you can handle, and He can provide a way out. Don't beat yourself over the head every time you fall, just remember that you should repent if something feels wrong to you. There is no loss when you tell God you want to be holy. I have struggled with this same problem in the past. The Lord revealed to me that it was sin for me to do this thing. He will reveal the truth to you as well.

 

[John3:16]

Nathan,

I think its a hard one to answer.. I agree it is lust. But I dont feel wrong when I do it. I am in the same boat "should I?"... its a hard question. I mean its lust when we make love to our husbands and wives, its sexual lust and love lust. So to me, I dont feel wrong masterbating and such. I dont know-- maybe i should. Its a hard call. I think its healthy and its normal..... I'm not sure if that is my "age group *22*" talking, or if its a christian understanding view..

Take care, and I think if you feel bad- then pray....


Rachael

 

[Nathan55]

I have struggled with this same question throughout my walk with Christ. I have come to the conclusion that for me, it is sin. It involves lust, which is sin.

However, the good news is, my Jesus understands, loves and forgives me. I look at how He addressed the woman caught in adultery. He did not condemn her. He does not condemn you.

Thank you for your words, they helped. By the way, I would like to check out that passage that mentions Jesus adressing the woman caught in adultery. Could you please tell me where i can find it?

Thanks!
Nathan55

 

[kingzjewel]

John 8
1 but Jesus went to the Mount of Olives. 2 Early in the morning he came again to the temple; all the people came to him, and he sat down and taught them. 3 The scribes and the Pharisees brought a woman who had been caught in adultery, and placing her in the midst 4 they said to him, "Teacher, this woman has been caught in the act of adultery. 5 Now in the law Moses commanded us to stone such. What do you say about her?" 6 This they said to test him, that they might have some charge to bring against him. Jesus bent down and wrote with his finger on the ground. 7 And as they continued to ask him, he stood up and said to them, "Let him who is without sin among you be the first to throw a stone at her." 8 And once more he bent down and wrote with his finger on the ground. 9 But when they heard it, they went away, one by one, beginning with the eldest, and Jesus was left alone with the woman standing before him. 10 Jesus looked up and said to her, "Woman, where are they? Has no one condemned you?" 11 She said, "No one, Lord." And Jesus said, "Neither do I condemn you; go, and do not sin again." 12 Again Jesus spoke to them, saying, "I am the light of the world; he who follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life."

 

[Nathan55]

You guys are great, I am glad I came to you for support.

God Bless You

-Nathan55