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Why does the Christian world have such low moral standards?
Christianity should not be confused with western culture. While Christianity has been the predominate religion in the west, it is not the reason for the low moral standards often observed in the western world and media. It is precisely because many in the west have left their commitment to Christian morality that the moral standards have declined.
Those who truly are committed to Christ do exhibit high moral standards: they are committed to sexual purity before marriage and are faithful to their wives during marriage; they do not abuse alcohol or drugs; they are honest people. If you have come to know a truly committed Christian you will know that this is true.
I can speak for myself: as a committed Christian I was not sexually active before marriage and I have been faithful to my wife. I do not approve of many of our movies and TV shows because of the profanity and immorality.
True Christian morals, based on the teachings of Jesus, are actually the highest moral standards ever given. Jesus said it is not only wrong to commit adultery with a woman, but to lust after her in your heart (Matthew 5:27-28). He said Christians should marry only one wife, and should not be divorced unless the spouse has been unfaithful (Matthew 5:31-32).
He said Christians should be so honest that it is not necessary for them to take an oath to prove they are telling the truth-their reputation should be such that people know they are telling the truth all the time (Matthew 5:33-37).
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Those who truly are committed to Christ do exhibit high moral standards: they are committed to sexual purity before marriage and are faithful to their wives during marriage; they do not abuse alcohol or drugs; they are honest people. If you have come to know a truly committed Christian you will know that this is true.
I can speak for myself: as a committed Christian I was not sexually active before marriage and I have been faithful to my wife. I do not approve of many of our movies and TV shows because of the profanity and immorality.
True Christian morals, based on the teachings of Jesus, are actually the highest moral standards ever given. Jesus said it is not only wrong to commit adultery with a woman, but to lust after her in your heart (Matthew 5:27-28). He said Christians should marry only one wife, and should not be divorced unless the spouse has been unfaithful (Matthew 5:31-32).
He said Christians should be so honest that it is not necessary for them to take an oath to prove they are telling the truth-their reputation should be such that people know they are telling the truth all the time (Matthew 5:33-37).
Next Questions: Isn’t the Bible full of errors and contradictions?