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writes:Hi everyone, I have a simple question to ask.I'm new to Christianity and was wondering if it is wrong to masturbate or to watch porn?I want to know because I do both of these regularly and it has been eating me up inside and I don't have anyone to talk to.Thanks everyone, and if you want more info, I am happy to give it if I can.
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reader, Djmclucas113  +, writes (11 February 2009):
 The whole porn thing is not good. Ur breaking a few commandments like coveting ur neighbors wife cuz the girls u r looking at is coveting something that does not belong to u ur also comitting adultry cuz ur having sex with her or having sexual thoughts of her in ur mind as for masterbation it's not the bets thing to do so do it as little as possible but do that before settleing ur urges with actual sex
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reader, posttoasty +, writes (14 October 2008):
 One of the best websites for info is "Healthy strokes"; Here's the link to his advice for CHristians: http://www.healthystrokes.com/christian.html
I'd back off on the porn if I were you; most of it is unrealistic and will ruin the fun when you meet your wife.
Develop a wholesome relationship with a Christian girl if you can. Keep the physical relationship on the back burner, until you find out what she's like as a person: is she dedicated to God? Does she like some of the same things you like? Do you have good conversation.
Respect for yourself and for your girlfriend are essential for a good relationship in the future.
About masturbation, there is no verse in the Bible against it. The Bible does warn us not to lust after women for illicit relations.
There's more to talk about, but this should help you get started in the right path.
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reader, Wegro101 +, writes (13 August 2008):
well i think orgasim is the sin of lust or something. but no worries. just accept jesus as your savoir and your sin free. but that doesnt mean you can go murder or rape someone cuz you believe in christ. im going to check this answer on a friend of mine on the internet so i might come back with a diff answer
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reader, anonymous, writes (20 July 2008): This is definately a strange place to be asking that question. I would guess that you are asking that here because you want the answer to be yes. But you first have to look at why you masterbate and watch porn and what it does to you. Contrary to what one of the answers here said, God did not give us porn. The Bible talks about not giving in to sexual immorality, masterbation and porn both fall under that catagory. Now that is not to say that you will go to hell because you looked at porn, God is a forgiving God and is merciful. But what He wants is for you to let go of the desires that cause you to get those urges. God cares more about whats in the heart then what you do. That is why porn is bad, it causes you do lust after the women (or men) and Jesus says that lusting in your heart is just as bad as adultury. Now I know its hard, beleive me, I have been a Christian my whole life and have struggled with this myself. I make up excuses like, its not hurting anyone so why is it wrong. Its better to masterbate then go and have sex right? But that way of thinking is missing the point. Porn and masterbation should be avoided. Sex is a wonderful and beautiful thing that should be sacred to marrige. There is nothing wrong with having sexual urges, NOTHING at all. But God desires that we use the gift of sex in the way that he has planned for us, for that is how we get the greatest satisfaction. I hope that you have someone that you can talk to about these things, the internet is not the place for answers. All you will get here is just a bunch of peoles opinions. If you are really searching for the TRUTH, look to the Bible. If you don't know how to look that kind of thing up, go to your pastor, or youth pastor, or whoever your spiritual leader is. Do not be ashamed, these are things that all men deal with, Christian or not. Just remember this, listen to your heart. You said this has been eating you up inside. There is a good reason for that, maybe its God trying to tell you that you need to stop. God bless you all.
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reader, anonyme  +, writes (15 July 2008):
Hon,
God gave you a body with urges. God also gave us porn. Knock yourself out!
And if everyone that masturbated didn't make it to heaven,think how EMPTY that place would be!
Plus, isn't God supposed to forgive all our sins anyways?!
Have a great time.
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reader, TasteofIndia +, writes (14 July 2008):
 Hey sweet,
Now you have to understand that most churches feel very differently, particularly in the Christian circuit. Some churches are more liberal and encourage masturbation as a healthy way to express yourself sexually without the potential STD or pregnancy to deal with. Some churches are against porn and masturbation... it really depends what your denomination is and the church that YOU attend.
I think that masturbation is a great way to get to know and explore yourself sexually. If the porn and masturbation starts to take priority in your life, then you have a problem. However, I'm a Christian (and my Mom is a minister - bonus points!) and I'm saying that it's all good, brother.
xx India
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reader, Danielepew  +, writes (14 July 2008):
 I guess your question has to be divided into chunks.
If all you want to know is whether the doctrine of a church, whatever your church is, I can only give you the answer regarding Catholics like me: the doctrine says you must not masturbate, to porn or to anyone.
If you want to now whether you will burn in Hell, right next to Lucifer, for doing what most people do anyways, I don't think so.
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reader, jess18maine +, writes (14 July 2008):
 God, would not have made the orgasum if he didn't want you to have it! lol
Your young enjoy your youth while you can, you will not go to hell if you masterbate! I'm also Christian and have had plenty of self-intuceded orgasums, with and with out watching porn.
You are still a good person! Just don't become an addict to the porn, it could really affect your sex life once you want to bring a women into the situation.
Don't be asshamed, it's your you can play with it! lol
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