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by Wind in the Willow on October 27th, 2009
Adultery has zero to do with love
"sexual excitement is shameful [...] venereal stimuli have their origin not in nature, but in sin" Erasmus
Thoughts?
by iwnit on June 17th, 2010
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What in our culture tempts us to set aside God's standards for sexuality?
by anil m on November 30th, 2010
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Christians: does the Bible condemn pedophilia?
by Steel on Water on August 21st, 2010
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What do you think of Deuteronomy 22:28-29? I personally think this would severely reduce rape if made Law as God wanted it.
by LePoupon is a proper gander. on August 30th, 2011
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Where in the Bible does it say homosexuality is wrong?
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I think I'd have to disagree with you just a tiny bit on that.
There are many relationships which can be based on love (not lust or simply physical attration).
For example ..... one may have any number of friends he truly loves, but in absolutely no sexual/lustful manner.
One may greatly love his parents, aunts, uncles, cousins ...but in no physical manner.
The flip side of the coin ..... one may have friends - and relatives - for whom he does feel a sexual love.
The catcher - Biblically speaking - is that if one feels a, shall we say "improper" or unacceptable love then he has already committed adultery.
by Anonymous on October 27th, 2009
You may find love out of adultery. No question. But the act of adultery is selfish and devoid of love. The act. Not the people involved. There are other ways to roll with this besides dishonesty and hurt. When that comes to fore, love flies out the window and selfishness and lust prevail.
by Wind in the Willow on October 27th, 2009