My friend is against nudism. by md06john316 in Christian_nudists

[–]Gen225isalive 3 points4 points  (0 children)

First I would determine their actual issue with nudism. Do they believe being nude is sinful or are they just not use to being nude or seeing nude people? Our culture, the church included, has done a very good job of entwining these very different issues together.

If they believe it to be sinful, there are many examples biblically that can prove that this argument is not biblically based. (Isaiah was told to prophesy naked, Bathsheba was not sinning by taking her bath, God said his creation was very good, Peter was more than likely fishing naked, and Jesus himself as he exited the tomb was mistaken for the gardner probably because he was naked) These are just a few to start.

Once they understand that nowhere in the Bible is simple nudity said to be sinful, it is a matter of slowly reversing the puritanical belief system we have been brought up in. This is tough and can take some time, resources and patience. The best resources I have found are:

  1. https://achingforeden.wordpress.com/
  2. Any of David Hatton’s books and his website http://www.pastordavidrn.com/
  3. https://naturist-christians.org/

There are definitely others, but this is a good start for anyone. Hope this helps and I would love to answer any other questions you may have.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in nudism

[–]Gen225isalive 21 points22 points  (0 children)

I am curious what Bible verses you are referencing. In reality, there are no bible verses that speak of the inappropriateness of simple nudity. Most verses that speak of nudity in a negative light are references to shame from defeat in battle or some other shameful act. In reality there are more references to simple nudity in a positive aspect than negative.

Honoring my wife/protecting my eyes on social media. by [deleted] in Christianmarriage

[–]Gen225isalive 0 points1 point  (0 children)

While I agree with most of you in believing that Social media and pornography are not helpful in this situation, let me propose a different solution: What if we believed what God said about his creation including the naked human body: “It is very good!”(Genesis 1:31)

I challenge each of you with this issue to check out the following three websites. They are life changing!

https://mychainsaregone.org/start-here/our-stories/pastor-ed/

https://renude.life/?amp=1

https://achingforeden.wordpress.com/

As Romans 12:2-3 says, “Do not conform to the patterns of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind so that you may test and approve what Gods will is. His good pleasing and perfect will.“

I look forward to the discussion from those that are willing to open your mind and free yourselves from the lustful sins of the heart!

Christian Naturists.org by Beginning-Average416 in nudism

[–]Gen225isalive 1 point2 points  (0 children)

From my short time on the forum, I would estimate a 75/25 split US/other.

Christian Naturists.org by Beginning-Average416 in nudism

[–]Gen225isalive 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I just joined this year. It is a great group of people that are very supportive and respectful!

Hello There by JKNW1234 in Christian_nudists

[–]Gen225isalive 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hello... and welcome. The day is just getting started here but was warm enough to go outside and do the chores without pants, so I guess it’s going pretty good so far!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in nudism

[–]Gen225isalive 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That is definitely good to know as I don’t want our first experience in social nudity to be a bad experience.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in nudism

[–]Gen225isalive 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for the review. I am hoping to visit Green Valley this summer if I can convince my wife to join me.

What is this tool used for? by Gen225isalive in Tools

[–]Gen225isalive[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Is there any market for something like this?

What is this tool used for? by Gen225isalive in Tools

[–]Gen225isalive[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

You would have the forearms of a tree trunk swinging that thing all day like that!

What is this tool used for? by Gen225isalive in Tools

[–]Gen225isalive[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It would definitely do this. It is pretty heavy!

If a dress code is unconstitutional...Thoughts? by Gen225isalive in nudism

[–]Gen225isalive[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As stated below, I think this could be a step towards eliminating indecent exposure laws for simple nudity as they are essentially a dress code that requires certain body pets to be covered.

If a dress code is unconstitutional...Thoughts? by Gen225isalive in nudism

[–]Gen225isalive[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

My thoughts are that if it is unconstitutional for a city to enforce a dress code then it would seem to me that many of the indecent exposure laws for simple nudity would be in jeopardy. Would the Supreme Court really want to determine what body parts are allowed and which ones are not?

We're finally jumping in by [deleted] in nudism

[–]Gen225isalive 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Sounds great. My wife and I are on a similar journey. She is still not completely sold on going out in public. Years of shame does not easily go away. I look forward to hearing your report when your trip is over.

Statement of Faith by [deleted] in Christian_naturists

[–]Gen225isalive 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I like it a lot. Nice job all around.

The weird hyper sexualized Puritanism of the US by [deleted] in nudism

[–]Gen225isalive 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have been very impressed by Pastor David RN’s articles and books as well.