Posted December 25, 2011
I think masturbation itself isn't a sin. The physical act of giving yourself sexual pleasure has nothing wrong about it. However the lustful thoughts and wrong ways of thinking about women that come with it IS what's wrong.
In the same way looking at naked women in and of itself isn't wrong. It's the WAY in which you look at them...with wanting them when they aren't yours and you have no emotional or spiritual ties to them.
This is just my view which (I believe) is what the bible teaches. And I used "you" to mean myself...not telling any of you that you should believe this :)
Once again...thank you for all y'alls help!! :)
Lust takes over and controls, as it is defined, don't see it here.
Keep it from affecting your life/relationships and no problem. If that is a problem, exercise control, as most do, when faced with the choice between real and unreal.
Crap aside, wish you the best, and a great Christmas.
