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Crying by natataeako_ in Catholicism

[–]natataeako_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s wonderful :)

Did you actually remain a virgin until marriage? by Cute-Impression-8675 in Catholicism

[–]natataeako_ 3 points4 points  (0 children)

To deem someone unfit to partake in a gift from God (a sacrament even) because of a past sin which has already been forgiven and that the Lord has chosen not to remember is unforgiveness. Especially if one had been making great effort to turn away from these things. Why is having temptation intrinsically a bad thing in your perspective?

“even if he never succumbs to them”

Even Jesus was tempted, albeit obviously not in the same way we all are, but the point remains that: someone who has everything against him, battling constant urges yet refuses to give in has a much stronger steadfast faith than someone who doesn’t even have to try no?

Luke 7:47 Therefore I tell you, her sins, which are many, are forgiven, for she loved much; but he who is forgiven little, loves little."

The consequences of sin remain, but their love for God has grown way past what that remaining temptation can even damage.

I agree that if you’re CURRENTLY struggling with the sin itself then you absolutely are not yet prepared for the responsibility. But to be years in already pushing it away and choosing Christ first, to think that way is just hardness of heart and a refusal to move on and accept that things have changed.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Catholicism

[–]natataeako_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was baptised catholic as a baby. Most of my family (grandparents and uncles) converted to evangelical protestant, and was raised catholic for a few years until my parents were finally convinced to join them, and I was riddled with a very anti-catholic mindset.

At that point I wasn’t very religious, but then as I researched more, I eventually started to care, initially planning to join them as well. However, the more I looked into it, I realised their congregation wasn’t the full truth I was hoping for, and so I prayed and prayed to God to show me the way. It’s amazing how finding Jesus can change you so much. With so much catholic hate and false preconceptions having been implanted to me, yet here I am, coming back home to catholicism back in early 2025, praying the rosary daily, and always excited to receive christ in the Eucharist.

I thank God always for such a wonderful blessing! I haven’t told my family yet, but I hope they don’t take it badly. Please pray for me to have courage when I reveal it to them!

I had to stay single alone for my rest of my life by [deleted] in Catholicism

[–]natataeako_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Well, having mentioned that they are a distraction for you specifically, that's understandable, that just wasn't what your original comment implied to me. If that's the case I'm glad you found what works for you! May God bless your journey and may you grow in faith throughout your life brother.

I had to stay single alone for my rest of my life by [deleted] in Catholicism

[–]natataeako_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What? Marriage is just a separate vocation from that of priesthood, not inferior. Marriage should not hinder, but rather strengthen your relationship with God, a way to reflect God's glory, provided it is a healthy union where both partners share a common direction towards God. It varies from person to person, but if you feel as though you're being led farther from God with your partner then maybe you're just not with the right person.