It's a sin to have a sexual relationship w/ a priest?
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- Its stpid\n- its ugly\n- its dirty\n- its a worst sin\n- get lost\n-----------
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Nun's believe they are married to god. So sexual acts with a mortal would be cheating on god. I wouldn't want to cheat on an all-knowing, all-powerful being, would you?
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I'm going to take a guess here since I can't be sure what a buch of ***'s refer to. Here are the precepts that can be gleaned from the Bible regarding sexual practices between married couples.\n\n\nIs Oral Sex A Sin - What Does the Bible Say?\nCouples often ask, "Is oral sex a sin?" The best place to look for answers is in the Bible. Hebrews 13:4 says, "Marriage should be honored by all, and the marriage bed kept pure, for God will judge the adulterer and all the sexually immoral." The first point the Bible makes very clear is that sex - all types - is designed specifically for married couples. Non-married couples are not to practice premarital sex. \n\nThe Bible never indicates exactly what a husband and wife are allowed to do in their sexual relationship. However, there are some sexual principles that we can consider. \n\n\n\nMutual Consent - 1 Corinthians 7:5 says, "Do not deprive each other except by mutual consent and for a time, so that you may devote yourselves to prayer. Then come together again so that Satan will not tempt you because of your lack of self-control." This verse indicates that each sexual activity should be mutually agreed upon. \n\n\nAdultery is Sin - The Bible is very clear that any form of adultery is sin, even if both people in a marriage relationship agree to it. 1 Thessalonians 4:3-5 says, "It is God's will that you should be sanctified: that you should avoid sexual immorality; that each of you should learn to control his own body in a way that is holy and honorable, not in passionate lust like the heathen, who do not know God." Adultery also includes "swapping" or adding sexual partners. \n\nViewing Pornography is a Sin - Matthew 5:28 is very clear. "But I tell you that anyone who looks at a woman lustfully has already committed adultery with her in his heart." Pornography viewed alone or together as a couple is sin. 1 John 2:16 says, "For everything in the world - the cravings of sinful man, the lust of his eyes and the boasting of what he has and does - comes not from the Father but from the world."\n\nIs Oral Sex A Sin - Practical Application\nWhen answering the question "Is oral sex a sin," it is important to remember that God created sex to be a beautiful expression of love for married couples. When the husband or the wife does not feel that sex is a "beautiful expression of love," then changes need to be made in that couple's sex life. Evidentially, the actions are not mutually beneficial to each person. Nothing in the Bible says that oral sex is a sin, however it may not be appropriate for every couple. \n\nIs Oral Sex A Sin - Questions to Consider\nConsider these questions when answering the question "Is oral sex a sin?"\n\nIs oral sex voluntary and have both the husband and wife agreed to it?\n\n\nWhy do you want oral sex? Is it for pure sexual pleasure or is it to fulfill a sexual fantasy derived from porn?\n\n\nHave you or your spouse been convicted by the Holy Spirit that oral sex is wrong?\n\n\nDoes oral sex edify and fulfill both you and your spouse?\nWhile answering these questions, pray for guidance from God. He will reveal the answer to you - for your relationship. \n\nhttp://www.allaboutgod.com/is-oral-sex-a-sin.htm
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Unless God has shared something with him that He hasn't with the rest of us, the guy is wrong.\n\nBelieve it or not, Catholics can make mistakes just like other people.\n\nWith love in Christ.
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A priest is there for spiritual guidance. If you are consulting him about a relationship, you are talking to the wrong person.  For starters, a priest takes a life of celibacy ( don't hate :-)  )\nYou should be talking to your significant other or a close friend.
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Of course he is bad.  One of a priest's sacrifices is that of sexual desire.
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I agree...it is NOT ok. \n\nGod loves the SINNER, but hates the SIN. The Lord gave you all the words to say for this, and I can't say anything else, lol. \nThis world needs to see the Light of Jesus and I pray that these posts continue to do just that. :)
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If you watch porn, it is considered fornication because in  your mind, you really can't be thinking about Jesus or anything, can you? It isn't improper to have an unsaved boyfriend or girlfriend, it is improper to marry them though because then you are unequally yoked. That means if something goes wrong in your life you and your spouse are supposed to being praying but if they aren't saved, you going to God by yourself. Theres always that one scripture that says 'how can two walk together unless they agree?', which means sooner or later one of you are going to have to compromise and it's more than likely that you will compromise your beliefs.
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Catholic priests are married, in a sense. When a man receives the Sacrament of Holy Orders, he becomes a priest; thus devoting his life "married" to the church. Bear in mind that men seek vocations in the priesthood fully aware of the fact they cannot marry or have sex. It's not like these things were kept secret until after they are ordained.\n\nAnother thing, marriage and celibacy don't really go together. Wouldn't you say? Although celibacy is not Church Dogma, it is considered a "discipline", well founded in the Scriptures:\n\nMatt. 19:11-12 - Jesus says celibacy is a gift from God and whoever can bear it should bear it. Jesus praises and recommends celibacy for full-time ministers in the Church. Because celibacy is a gift from God, those who criticize the Church's practice of celibacy are criticizing God and this wonderful gift He bestows on His chosen ones.\n\nMatt. 19:29 - Jesus says that whoever gives up children for the sake of His name will receive a hundred times more and will inherit eternal life. Jesus praises celibacy when it is done for the sake of His kingdom. \n\nMatt. 22:30 - Jesus explains that in heaven there are no marriages. To bring about Jesus' kingdom on earth, priests live the heavenly consecration to God by not taking a wife in marriage. This way, priests are able to focus exclusively on the spiritual family, and not have any additional pressures of the biological family (which is for the vocation of marriage). This also makes it easier for priests to be transferred to different parishes where they are most needed without having to worry about the impact of their transfer on wife and children. \n\n1 Cor 7:1 – Paul teaches that it is well for a man not to touch a woman. This is the choice that the Catholic priests of the Roman rite freely make. \n\n1 Cor. 7:7 - Paul also acknowledges that celibacy is a gift from God and wishes that all were celibate like he is. \n\n1 Cor. 7:27 – Paul teaches men that they should not seek marriage. In Paul’s opinion, marriage introduces worldly temptations that can interfere with one’s relationship with God, specifically regarding those who will become full-time ministers in the Church. \n\n1 Cor. 7:32-33, 38 - Paul recommends celibacy for full-time ministers in the Church so that they are able to focus entirely upon God and building up His kingdom. He “who refrains from marriage will do better.” \n\n1 Tim. 3:2 - Paul instructs that bishops must be married only once. Many Protestants use this verse to prove that the Church's celibacy law is in error. But they are mistaken because this verse refers to bishops that were widowers. Paul is instructing that these widowers could not remarry. The verse also refers to those bishops who were currently married. They also could not remarry (in the Catholic Church's Eastern rite, priests are allowed to marry; celibacy is only a disciplinary rule for the clergy of the Roman rite). Therefore, this text has nothing to do with imposing a marriage requirement on becoming a bishop. \n\n1 Tim. 4:3 - in this verse, Paul refers to deceitful doctrines that forbid marriage. Many non-Catholics also use this verse to impugn the Church's practice of celibacy. This is entirely misguided because the Catholic Church (unlike many Protestant churches) exalts marriage to a sacrament. In fact, marriage is elevated to a sacrament, but consecrated virginity is not. The Church declares marriage sacred, covenantal and lifegiving. Paul is referring to doctrines that forbid marriage and other goods when done outside the teaching of Christ and for a lessor good. Celibacy is an act of giving up one good (marriage and children) for a greater good (complete spiritual union with God). \n\n1 Tim. 5:9-12 - Paul recommends that older widows take a pledge of celibacy. This was the beginning of women religious orders. \n\n2 Tim. 2:3-4 - Paul instructs his bishop Timothy that no soldier on service gets en
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it's called fornication and yes, it's a sin. Here are some verses in the Bible...\n\n1Co 6:18  Flee fornication. Every sin that a man doeth is without the body; but he that committeth fornication sinneth against his own body. \n\n1Co 7:2  Nevertheless, to avoid fornication, let every man have his own wife, and let every woman have her own husband. \n\nGal 5:19  Now the works of the flesh are manifest, which are these; adultery, fornication, uncleanness, lasciviousness, \nGal 5:20  Idolatry, witchcraft, hatred, variance, emulations, wrath, strife, seditions, heresies, \nGal 5:21  Envyings, murders, drunkenness, revellings, and such like: of the which I tell you before, as I have also told you in time past, that they which do such things shall not inherit the kingdom of God. \n\nEph 5:3  But fornication, and all uncleanness, or covetousness, let it not be once named among you, as becometh saints; \n\n...just to name a few.
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To have sexual relations with one of the same sex is against what the Bible teaches.None of us like it when we read and find just how much of our lives offend God.But if you really wish to seek God seek as you are not as you think you should be.We all are perfected only in Christ let him decide whether it keeps you from him.He said he did not come for the righteous for they do not need him,only those that are injured or ill need a doctor.
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Catholics have the Sacrament of Reconciliation, which is the invisible forgivness of God become visible in His visible Church on earth.\n\nWhile it is correct and right to pray for forgiveness to God directly, Catholics also understand that our sin is not just against God in Heaven, but also against the Body of Christ on earth, aka the Church and its people.  Our sin turns us away from relationship with God and relationship with Church and relationship with our neighbor.\n\nSo when a Catholic goes to Reconciliation with a priest it is like having a conversation. It isn't like the laundry list of sins you see on the TV, but is just talking about our struggles, shortfalls, and sins. The priest gives advice on many things such as how to break bad habits, where to gain support to keep from sin, what Scripture is beneficial, and how to make penance.\n\nPenance is our word for where you are leading with your question. It is the idea that after you have repented which includes telling God that you have sinned and are a sinner, telling Him you know the hurt it has caused in the relationship, telling Him you are heartily sorry for your sins, and asking for the grace to never commit them again. So after repenting, and it being sincere, you are forgiven by God and you become right with God again. However, the consequences of your sins are still out in the open. We believe that although your sins are forgiven, the ultimate completion of showing your repentance is through an act of love in the likeness of Jesus Christ. This completes things just how God would like them to be.  Because He doesn't see it fit to repent and then go out into the world without a faith ACTING in love.\n\nSo penance is the love part afterwards. If you sinned by not giving the Lord your God all your heart, mind, body, and soul, then penance may be sitting down for some time to pray with the Lord.  If you sin is, as you put it, raping 5 women then there will be a penance which involves giving true love to these women you have wronged.  The priest helps us with understanding what is a good penance. Through their experience, priests will tell you they've heard everything in the book, so I'm sure they would have a better answer for the grave sin you refer to.  It is also their office to assume the role of Christ as judge of repentance as Christ gave them that power when He told His apostles that whatever sin you bind on earth is bound in Heaven and whatever sin you loose on earth is loosed in Heaven.  Christ knew His apostles and their successors weren't perfect, but that is why He gave them His Holy Spirit so that in exercising this right of office, it would be Him acting through the priest.\n\nSo in my faith we do believe that you must not only apologize to God directly, but He also desires you apologize to the Church, and to the person if it warrants. Because your sin is not within you, but becomes damaging to all those around you. Of course God will minister to those women you mentioned with a divine love and care that they deserve in their suffering. BUT God knows that by forgiving the heartfelt repentance of the one who raped them He is demonstrating to that man the ultimate love He has for Him. That although this rapist is due a penalty, God relieves it out of love for him.  God know that unless this man is released from His sin, there is NO CHANCE that this rapist will have love enough in his heart to go and tend to the wounds he has made.  By forgiving the rapist, he is now free to love with his whole self.  This is part of how the consequences of sin are repaired.\n\nIt all comes from Jesus and the ultimate love He had to conquer sin. It is imparted on us when He conquers our sin.\n\nI cannot comment on Christian faith outside of the Catholic Church. I have many friends who are Presbyterian and non-denominational. I have heard them confess their sins to me and others in spoken prayer. We will often address those sins and offer advice on ho
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According to Catholicism, anyway, it is certainly possible to marry the wrong person.  Problem is, you promised to be faithful 'for better or worse, till death do us part.'  In other words, thank God for your blessings, ask His help, and make the best of your marriage.  If your spouse dies, then you may of course remarry.  If your spouse is still living, then yes, it is adultury.  As for heaven or hell, that's up to God and not me.
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You would comit every sin in the book!!! But im not telling you to do this? becuase its bad!! You shouldnt do it!!!
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Is homosexuality a sin?\n\nby Parents and Friends of Lesbian and Gays\n\n------------------------------------------------------------\nQuestion 1 - In your opinion, does God regard homosexuality as a sin?\n\nQuestion 2 - In your opinion, do the Scriptures object to homosexuality?\n\nRev Dr William R Stayton (Baptist -- minister, certified sexologist,\nassociate professor of psychiatric and human behaviour, servant\non faculty of LaSalle University's graduate department of\nreligious studies, holder of master of divinity from Andover\nNewtown Theological School and a Th.D. in psychology from Bostonuniversity):\nQ1:        \n        Absolutely not!  There is nothing in the Bible or in\n        my own theology that would lead me to believe that\n        God regards homosexuality as sin.  God is interested\n        in our relationships with ourselves, others, the \n        things\n        in our lives, and with God (MAT 23:36-40).  There is\n        nothing in the mind of God that could be against a\n        loving, sexual relationship, freely entered into,\n        without coercion, among sincere adults whether gay,\n        bisexual or straight.\n\n   Q2:        There is _nothing_ in the Bible regarding homosexual\n        orientation.  In fact, the Bible does not concern\n        itself with sexual orientation.  It does speak out\n        probably against gang rape, male prostitution for\n        religious purposes, and pederasty (sex between an\n        adult and youth).  I lead bible study programs on this\n        subject and am convinced that the Bible does not\n        address the issue of a person's sexual orientation.\n\n\nBishop John S Spong (Episcopal -- bishop, most published\nmember of the Episcopal house of bishops, author to 11 books and 50\npublished articles, phi beta kappa graduate of UNC Chapel Hill,\nholds masters in divinity and an honorary doctorate in divinity\nfrom Protestant Episcopal Theological Seminary, received honorary\ndoctorate in divinity from St Paul's College):\n\n   Q1:        Some argue that since homosexual behaviour is "unnatural"\n        it is contrary to the order of creation.  Behind this\n        pronouncement are stereotypical definitions of\n        masculinity and femininity that reflect rigid gender\n        categories of patriarchal society.  There is nothing\n        unnatural about any shared love, even between two of the\n        same gender, if that experience calls both partners to a\n        fuller state of being.  Contemporary research is\n        uncovering new facts that are producing a rising\n        conviction that homosexuality, far from being a sickness,\n        sin, perversion or unnatural act, is a healthy, natural\n        and affirming form of human sexuality for some people.\n        Findings indicate that homosexuality is a given fact in\n        the nature of a significant portion of people, and that\n        it is unchangeable.\n        Our prejudice rejects people or things outside our\n        understanding.  But the God of creation speaks and\n        declares, "I have looked out on _everything_ I have made\n        and `behold it (is) very good'." (GEN 1:31).  The word of\n        God in Christ says that we are loved, valued, redeemed,\n        and counted as precious no matter how we might be valued\n        by a prejudiced world.\n\n   Q2:        There are few biblical references to homosexuality.  The\n        first, the story of Sodom and Gomorrah, is often quoted\n        to prove that the Bible condemns homosexuality.  But the\n        real sin of Sodom was the unwillingness of the city's men\n        to observe the laws of hospitality.  The intention was\n        to insult the stranger by forcing him to take the female\n        role in the sex act.  The biblical narrative approves\n        Lot's offer of his virgin daughters to satisfy the sexual\n        demands of the mob.  How many would say, "_Th
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Yes it is a sin. I am a Christian, Baptist to be precise.
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Problem is deeper. It's a Phylosofical problem (usually are not practic). Condom is not the problem, but behavior is.\n\nYou are not allowed to do sex before marriage. \nOnce married you are not allowed to have sex relations with other person. \nAnd MOST important of all: When you do sex, you do to have children and not to have pleasure. After 60's Pope told that having pleasure during the sex is not sin. ... since you are respecting all rules above. \n\nThese are main rules and as a Catholic, you cannot avoid it. If Catholic church allow to use condom, it means that they allow to do those wrong things too. \n\nIt's just a matter of Ethics and cause and consequence about rules. Religion cannot be flexible as moral is. Change this concept means change part of what has been teach during so long time .... and it has consequences.