True, there is absolute right, but that absolute right among Christians, hence the different denominations. and I'm really only saying that society influences the morality for the individual. Because everyone is different and we have free will, what we see as right and wrong is different. For example, I consider myself a devout Methodist, with the exception of this little moral excursion. However, the general beliefs that abortion is wrong, among Christians is different with me. I think women should have the right to choose and be responsible for that decision, rather than a government imposed choice. The same goes for gay mirage. Jesus told us to be accepting of other people, and I don't think denying people that right is very accepting.

So, just in those two examples alone, shows that My moral guidelines are different from other Christians. Not to mention the different moral variations within the christian community and other religions. I just don't understand how you can say that everyone has the same views on what's right and wrong, unless that's not id at all.

With the example of rape, I'm sure there are people, like aerial rapist, that think rape is alright. Granted, I'm not defending them, not at all, and in fact I think should be used against rapist as a punishment, but that's just me. I also think that castration should be used against Child rapist and child molesters. I think that's morally acceptable, do you?

Personally I think lust is a bit more complicated than just feeling the lack of something. In fact, I don't believe lust is like that at all. I think we can Lust ofter God, wanting to be with him always and forever, displaying passion and fervor that we show towards our husbands or wives.

Oh, and is addiction to one's own wife wrong, if, no matter what, addiction is wrong, or addition to God?

But you have proven my point. No two social moral campuses are the same, just as no two people's morality is exactly alike. Why is that? Because of their perception on the world. Which is influenced by their society, upbringing and personal philosophies. Which is to say that morality is not a fixed matter. True, the Bible posses several moral guidelines and rule to follow, be even those are twisted, or perverted to suite peoples need, or means. No, that's not a slam on the Bible, it's an observation on how people, who sin, manipulate God's word. But the point still stands, you will be hard pressed to find any two people with the exact same morals.

Very true, about looking for answers here, but several of the people seemed christian in principal, this is an experiment, in all honesty. And yes, I'm very well aware that love and lust are two different things. This also provides a mode of communication, something that's been lacking recently. However, I've come to the very possible conclusion that this whole thing boils down to cursed chemicals within, and an experience to prove that I'm not nearly as in control of myself as I thought or would like to be. So far, this dialog with other people has helped. So thank you to everyone that posted.

Yes, this topic is everywhere. I don't have the bad habit of regretting things in my life. I make sure of that, save for this incident. And to answer the other questions, many people say yes, lustful thoughts is sin, others will say it depends how you act upon them. I think it's more important if I don't have to prey for forgiveness, making the the right decisions. Finally, yes, it is a sin against my God to think bad thinks. That falls under the 'what you do in your heart' category.

God Bless America

besides, did you think the sword in my pick was just for show? Oh no no no.

mmm diesel. You're going to find most of that stuff everywhere. Luckily, I live in rural Ohio so I don't have to put up with that nonsense.

So, I'm beginning to think that the girls in between the ages of 18 and 22 in the Marion Marysville area have better things to than to sign up for a dating sight like pitiful little me.

I'm from Ohio, and I'll admit, some of us are not open minded, but every state as people like that. also, I would like to say with the utmost respect, we from Ohio take our values very seriously. We believe what we believe, and won't budge unless you give us good cause. What you see as cold could very well be a defense mechanism to accusations, not unlike your own, respectfully observing, of course.

Yes, but that does a number on my utter fear of failure of any kind. And I wasn't planing on using chemicals, well, chemicals that weren't already in my body to begin with.

Farmers Unite!

Only in Ohio would this happen. I'm still being amazed by my state

she might buck hard, but I'll buck her right back.

Thanks again, I think I can handle some chromosomes, if I've contained my emotions this long, why not take on mother nature too.

Very wisely put.

Thank you very much. I'm beginning to think this whole experience is a humbling one, designed to show me I'm not nearly as in control of myself as I would like to think or hope to be.

I concur, emotions are the source of all downfalls and mysteries. However, not even I can deny when my heart tells me to love. And no, i don't think love is an emotion, it's much to complex. It's an insult to group love with the like of emotions. and yes, I'm the one with the addiction problem.

I was afraid of that. I don't have the best track record of trusting what's 'inside me.' even though I'm addicted to pleasure, lust and passion, I don't do emotions well. I trust my mind, which is failing me at the moment.