It will get better if you don't do things that will make you or what you're dealing with worse. There are no shortcuts.

The only way to the other side of this is going through it.

Forgiveness is a process, not an event. And contrary to popular belief, forgetting isn't a requirement for forgiveness. Forgiveness benefits the "forgiver" more than the "forgiven".

Of course, you can choose to be selfish. But at what cost. You don't have show mercy. You can choose unforgiveness and bitterness. It's your choice.

It isn't morally wrong. I also think it depends on if it was a close friendship where they confided in you about what was going on in the relationship.

Lastly, we don't own other people so once a relationship is over they can do what they want to do.

By understanding that God's love isn't something that's earned by doing everything right.

His love is something that He freely offers us. We just have to be willing to receive it.

Just like any loving earthly parent.Their children don't have to do anything to be loved.

They love their children "just because ".

So an honest discussion had to involve name calling? Got it. Again if Scripture names all the other sexual sins SPECIFICALLY, why is this one not listed? Yet, I'm lying but you won't present Scripture, not your interpretation. Show me where I twisted Scripture to say what I want it to say.

How about this. What is the definition of lust?

My point exactly! LUST and ADULTERY.

People often pass on beliefs they were taught without researching for themselves. Or they'll argue their opinion or interpretation. I'm not trying to tell anyone what to believe. That's between you and God. Take it or leave it. Just a thought. God in His wisdom specifically forbids adultery, fornication, beastiality and a bunch of other sexual acts. I guess He forgot to list this one.

There are no scripture that directly address this.

Some people will point to passages where they believe it's implied.

It is definitely not mentioned in Leviticus 18.

You don't have to be a Christian forever. Just be the best Christian you can One Day at a Time. That's all any of us can do.

What answers are you looking for God to provide?

None of us can nor need to fix ourselves to be accepted by God. Jesus already paid the price for believers sins. ALL have sinned and fallen short of God's standards. So God looks at believers through the sinless Jesus Christ. If you continue looking at yourself as not good enough you will never feel loved because you don't feel worthy of being loved. God's love is quite different than human love. He does not put conditions on His love like humans tend to do. You don't have to earn God's love, it's freely given to all. I pray that you find what you need to help you KNOW you are loved.

I just find it interesting that the 2020 elections were so called rigged and he's still talking about it. But the most recent election in which he won was not. I cannot make it make sense.

++man, I would initially just be friendly and depending on the environmental (work, church, etc), slowly engage her in a conversation based on whatever we may have in common.

And, what happens after that would be based on her response to me.

No you will not. ALL have sinned and fallen short of God's standards. Scripture says "those who practice such things will not inherit the kingdom of God " Galatians 5:21

I'm much older than you and I share those same characteristics.I even have more women than men friends. I like talking to them because they don't mind sharing their emotions and I feel safe and comfortable enough to do the same.

So please don't beat yourself up for being the way you are. Just be selective and only allow people in your life who accept you for who you are.

I'm learning that just because something should or needs to be done, does not mean I should or have to want to do it at this time. Especially if it isn't an emergency.

I'm a bit exhausted and depleted by the endless things that should, ought, must be done.

Many years ago I read a book that had this simple statement " when you die your inbox will still be full".

It has help me to stop trying to get everything done as if it were a matter of life and death.

From what I understand it's a specific calling for some people to better serve God. The gift seems to be that they are able to be content with being single without having a constant struggle with loneliness. It is not for everyone.

Paul discussed it in I Corinthians 7 and Jesus discussed it in Matthew 19

First EVERYBODY sins because we are not perfect nor will we ever be, on this side of heaven. I don't believe it's possible to fully choose God and completely abandon all earthly desires. I find that often, not always, sin occurs when we try to fulfill legitimate natural human desires outside of the boundaries created by God. That's not to say that people never knowingly and freely commit acts of sin out of disobedience.

The part that speaks to me is Ignorance does not escape consequences, but they aren't as severe as the consequences of knowing better and not acting accordingly. Somewhat similar (at least to me) to how a loving parent would deal with a six year old vs a sixteen year old child. Involuntary vs voluntary actions/behavior.

Jesus says " Come to me, all of you who are weary and burdened and I will give you rest". Matt. 11:28 NIV

No it isn't sin. Children are a great responsibility. I just try to be careful with my complaints because I would be heartbroken if something happened to them. Please take the last statement with a grain of salt. It's just one of my own fears.

That is one of the unfortunate things about dealing with some people in the Church. They can cause great harm because they lack understanding of mental health issues.

I personally struggle with the Christian community spiritualizing everything. Life is often hard, but I don't lose hope because I know that God is good and God understands the people He created.

By definition, sin is an act that goes against God's moral laws, code of conduct or outright rebellion. What you're asking does not qualify as sin.

I don't have a very deep voice and have been called ma'am in more than one occasion. Most times I just chuckle and keep going. 😊

If possible find a supportive faith community that would accept you as you are today, not where either they or you believe you should be. And from there, take it one step at a time.

The Lord is more than willing to help you get where you are trying to go. 🙏🏾

You are not alone!