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1 | regulation regarding tattooing | 1 Cor 6:19 | biblicalman | 228269 | ||
Personally I cannot agree that 1 Corinthians 6.19 applies only to immorality. It was a statement of a fact which certainly demonstrated that immorality was wrong for the reason given, but ti was stating a general principle that applies to everything that we do If we know that we are the Temple of God and that the Holy Spirit dwells in us, and that we and our bodies are not our own, but are bought with a price so that we belong to Him, then it affects every part of our lives, and especially what we do to our bodies. I must therefore agree with Makarios that what we do with it should not be decided by the fad of the moment, which has a totally worldly basis, such as tattooing, but should be decided by what Jesus Himself would have done. And in my view it is totally impossible to conceive of Jesus as tattooing Himself. To do such a thing would have been the very opposite of what He was and is. Tattooing is on the same level as braiding the hair, or gold, or pearls or expensive designer clothing (1 Tim 2.9-10). They are self indulgent and vain. All these things will stand as a witness against those who indulge in them on the last Day. And whereas you can cease to do most of these things, you will not be able to remove your tattoo. |
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2 | Obesity? | 1 Cor 6:19 | danjg | 228313 | ||
Since obesity is not good for our bodies, would you consider an obese Christian to be living in sin? If the Holy Spirit uses that verse to convict you personally about some area in your life, OK. But to make this a blanket command to all believers about tattoos, or what we wear, etc. is, IMO, using exegetical gymnastics rather than "handling accurately the word of truth." (2 Tim 2:15) | ||||||
3 | Obesity? | 1 Cor 6:19 | biblicalman | 228315 | ||
yes, avoidable obesity, that not caused by a medical condition, is living in sin. it is a symptom of greed. it is not 'keeping under our whole body'. and tattoos are the same. and so are extravagant clothes. the verse covers everything we do that is dishonouring to the Lord. |
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4 | Obesity? | 1 Cor 6:19 | justme | 228326 | ||
Biblicalman: I think this type of judgement leads to legalism. How many square feet of house is geting greedy? Is 1200 sq ft to large for two people? How many pair of shoes should one person have, and not be considered greedy? Should a person trade in their vehicle every two or three years, or drive it beyone 200,000 miles? Is eating out at Wendy's better than eating at a fancy stake house with special guests? What should a Pastor get paid, at the low wage or the avrage church members wage, or higher than the higest? How many Scripture verses can I read and still feel it's enough? Most people in the world don't have a car, two pair of shoes, a house with a tolet, money in their pocket, food that will last beyond the next day, and a Bible of their own. When we make judgements that cast a doubt on a fellow brother or sister that we are stepping in where the Holy Spirit works. Let's work at encouraging each other to grow in the Lord and let the Lord work on areas that are sensitive and may cause a person to become so hurt, and they drop out. I am not talking about sin that needs to be confronted. Often those who have overcome a problem want others who have the same problem to overcome the problem as they did. Shame is used to show off how great a victory they have won. Smoking, weight loss seem to be the ones that are the sins we notice first. Maybe removing the log in our eye first is best followed first. Blessings. justme |
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5 | Obesity? | 1 Cor 6:19 | biblicalman | 228334 | ||
The questioner specifically asked whether we saw obesity as a sin. And yes, I do see obesity as a sin. Are you then suggesting that I should evade the truth? Are you denying that obesity is due to a lack of self-control? I am sorry but I consider that it is our responsibility as pastors and teachers to guide people aright, and that we will be called to account for not doing so. I would be wary of judging an individual, but I have no hesitation in declaring obesity to be a sin unless it is due to a medical condition. As to tattoos and ultra-fine clothes, the latter were condemned by Paul, and the former is another evidence of self indulgence, to say nothing of a sign of vanity. A Christian being tattooed also gives a wrong impression about Christianity. It suggests concern for one's own vanity rather than for the needs of others. When we are asked on the forum what our view is on such things it is our responsibility to give an honest view. I do not want to face the Master and explain why I failed to draw attention to men's besetting sins simply because I was afraid of what others would think. You may of course view things as you will. I see myself as having a responsibility to direct men's thoughts aright. They are of course quite able to disagree if they wish. I will pass no judgment on them for that. In the end I am only responsible for myself and what I teach. Best wishes. |
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6 | Obesity? | 1 Cor 6:19 | justme | 228340 | ||
Biblicalman: I have reread my two posts. I made too much about the feelings of some hurting believers I am dealing with now. You are certainly correct in what you have said. I have seem one person who overcame smoking and being overweight. Now that person sees no reason for anyone to be obese or for anyone to smoke. This person now has become so obnoxious. The true test is that of how long a person can stay an overcomer. I sincerely see I was a real pain, and I regret being so harsh. Please accept my sincere apology. Blessings |
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7 | Obesity? | 1 Cor 6:19 | biblicalman | 228343 | ||
Hi justme, thank you for your apology which is gladly accepted. We both share the same dilemma. How to be tough on sin and yet compassionaten with the sinner, a word that includes ourselves. We have to be aware of our own failures first. Best wishes |
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