Is this cheating on God?

[peace_ful_life2001]

There is one thing.
You know if you do it, then it will save you a lot of trouble and time.
Also, you know even if you do it, this will not hurt or affect anyone. No one.
However, you know God doesn't like you doing this because it is kinda dishonest.

What would you do? Would you do it to save yourself some time and trouble?
Or would you just follow God's will?

If I really do it, do you think I am cheating on God?? But it wouldn't affect or hurt anyone.

So What should I do??

I am currently stuck in this situation and struggling.

Please help!! Please!

 

[SavedByTheShoes]

alot of times we think something wont effect or hurt anyone and it does. and if i t doesnt effect anyone else it will still hurt you. sinning pulls farther from god and closer to jesus. its hard not to do it but youll be prouder of yourself if you aviod it rather if you do it. just think of it as either working for god or working for satan.

 

[mmreed]

There is one thing.
You know if you do it, then it will save you a lot of trouble and time.
Also, you know even if you do it, this will not hurt or affect anyone. No one.
However, you know God doesn't like you doing this because it is kinda dishonest.

What would you do? Would you do it to save yourself some time and trouble?
Or would you just follow God's will?

If I really do it, do you think I am cheating on God?? But it wouldn't affect or hurt anyone.

So What should I do??

I am currently stuck in this situation and struggling.

Please help!! Please!

KINDA DISHONEST... well theres your answer. If its dishonest, it is not something you should do.

But to discuss more indepth, you may need to provide more info.

 

[Eskarina]

I know what you mean about sojmething that really seems innocent and unharmful, but it wouldn't be against God's will if there wasn't a problem with it. Then again, I don't know your exact situation.

 

[mark2]

What would you do? Would you do it to save yourself some time and trouble?
Or would you just follow God's will?

Chances are I'd do it, then I'd feel ashamed; or if I didn't feel ashamed I ought to!! :o

 

[mikeforjesus]

I think in these situations this verse also might apply..
"Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness for theirs is the kingdom of God"
It means other things but that too I think.

 

[Endearing lil Influenza]

I know what you mean... it really is a hard struggle...I struggle with it from time to time and at times I do fall...

I know my friends would tell me something like "God's way is the best way"... and "have faith in God"

(I wish it would be a bit easier though )

 

[cracked_pelicans]

It's tough to offer specific advice, without knowing the details. But, here are some of my thoughts that you might consider.

It sounds cliche, but ask yourself what would Jesus do? We are called to be Christ-like in all of our dealings. If Jesus would do it, go right ahead!

We can't be dishonest and love God. God has promised to provide everything we need. Perhaps by doing this thing, you are not relying on God and you are removing an opportunity for him to provide for, and in turn for you to rely on him.

Are you sure there is no chance of anyone else discovering this deed? Remember, we need to retain our integrity in order to bring those to Christ who don't yet know him.

Of course, if you are worried about the previous question (whether or not someone will "catch" you), then it's probably a bad idea.

In Jesus own words (Luke 16:10, emphasis added):
“Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much, and whoever is dishonest with very little will also be dishonest with much."

Look into your heart, and see if Jesus is describing you with those words.

 

[trust_faith]

can you be more specific and tell us what you facing now.