Hi,
So we all sin, even though we are christians.
Just think of the sins you do and ask urself.
Why are we not really really disgusted by some of our sins ?
For men, most men enjoy watching p*rn, it is sin, we should be disgusted by it, but honestly we are not. Why is this ?
Can't God somehow zap our mind after prayer, so we are really really disgusted by it ? Like how most of us are disgusted by eating rotten meat ?
If u are really really disgusted by something u will easily not want to do it no more, not sin no more.
Br,
Well, I do not do or watch bad content, but I do feel disgusted with some of my sins. I will explain your question from a scientific and Biblical side. By the way, please read the disclaimer at the bottom of my post, which states that God "zapping" our minds is not in the Bible.
Science POV:
From a psychological perspective, the human brain is wired with complex mechanisms that can desensitize us to repeated stimuli, even if they are morally or ethically questionable. This phenomenon is known as
habituation (peer-reviewed open access article link) or tolerance. In the case of watching inappropriate content, men or women may experience arousal and pleasure, which can lead to a reduction in feelings of disgust over time (desensitized). This is not to say that they no longer find it morally wrong, but the emotional response may be diminished.
Moreover, cognitive biases and justification can also play a role in our attitudes towards sin. We may rationalize or minimize the harm of our actions, focus on the positive aspects, or compare ourselves to others who engage in similar behaviors. This can make it easier to continue engaging in sinful activities without experiencing strong feelings of disgust.
Theological POV:
From a Biblical perspective, the Bible acknowledges that all have sinned and fall short of God's glory (Romans 3:23). However, it also teaches us that as believers in Christ, we are called to be holy as He is holy (1 Peter 1:15-16). While feeling disgusted by sin is important, it's essential to remember that our primary motivation for avoiding sin should be a desire to please God and live according to His will.
God does not force us to feel disgusted by sin, but He does provide the Holy Spirit to guide us and convict us of wrongdoing (John 16:8). We are called to resist the devil and flee from sexual immorality (1 Corinthians 6:18, James 4:7). The Bible also teaches us that the fruit of the Spirit includes self-control and holiness (Galatians 5:22-23, yes this verse appears everywhere in my posts, as it is important for us all), which can help us overcome our struggles with sin.
In summary, both from a psychological and Biblical perspective, it's normal to struggle with feelings of disgust towards some sins, but it's crucial to remember that our primary motivation for avoiding sin should be a desire to please God and live according to His will. We can lean on the Holy Spirit for guidance, self-control, and the fruit of the Spirit to help us resist temptation and grow in holiness.
Disclaimer: As for God "zapping" our minds after prayer to make us disgusted by sin, the Bible does not provide any verses of this happening. Instead, it calls us to seek God's help and rely on His Spirit to transform our hearts and minds (Philippians 2:13).