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1 | is suicide a sin? | NT general Archive 1 | David102856 | 179212 | ||
I have a problem, and need to know how God would view this action..... | ||||||
2 | is suicide a sin? | NT general Archive 1 | jlhetrick | 179225 | ||
Well there is no doubt that suicide is a sin and we know how God views all sin. Furthermore, we know from Scripture how God views sin against the body. I believe the first thing we should consider on this topic, is not simply the fact of sin, but what that sin in fact represents. In my opinion, suicide represents a very serious insult against God the creator. After all, God created us in His own image (Gen. 1:27). Furthermore, as Christians, we have been changed, made new (Col. 3:10). Our bodies and our lives have never been ours to do with as we please, consider God's commands and His disdain regarding sexual immorality. When we are saved by Christ something very special happens to us. The Lord literally comes in and dwells within us in the person of the Holy Spirit. That is why the Scriptures say 1 Cor 6:19-20 19 Or do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you, whom you have from God? You are not your own, 20 for you were bought with a price. So glorify God in your body. ESV Are we to treat our bodies as though they are our own? Not according to Scripture. If a Christian committs suicide, how can that be considered glory to God? Actually, much more can be said about this issue from Scripture, but I believe what has already been said in this thread so far answers your question. Suicide is a sin absolutely; and one would be leaving this life with his/her hand raised in defiance to God as well; whether that one be saved or unsaved. One more thing. It happens that professionally, I work in the mental health field. Whenever talk of problems and suicide come up in the same sentence, the rule to follow is to seek help. Safety first, then work out the issues. hope this helps,' Jeff |
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