Help needed!!!

[Askr]

Today I was in class and looking at a girl in a way that inspired lustful thoughts. When I realized this I turned away, but then later I turned back because it was not comfortable to keep looking away. I did not want to commit sin at all, but I almost can’t help having lustful thoughts when I look at her in that way. After less than five secs I decided that this was wrong and looked away again. Is this mortal or venial?!?!?

 

[Tomcmaj]

Do you mind if I ask how old you are?

 

[njl]

sophomore in high school

 

[Askr]

high schooler.

 

[Kellyreneeomara]

I believe it is moral–we are mortals and we are not perfect.It is refreshing that as young as you are you have such values. Values to respect yourself and the girl. And just that you think what would God have you do and you turn away and try not to have thoes thoughts. Sounds like your parents raised you right. I have a 3 year old son and I hope he thinks about his actions as you have. God bless

 

[Askr]

Do you mean mortal or venial by moral?

 

[Tomcmaj]

Today I was in class and looking at a girl in a way that inspired lustful thoughts. When I realized this I turned away, but then later I turned back because it was not comfortable to keep looking away. I did not want to commit sin at all, but I almost can’t help having lustful thoughts when I look at her in that way. After less than five secs I decided that this was wrong and looked away again. Is this mortal or venial?!?!?

The onslaught of lustful thoughts and feelings is not sinful. What is sinful is nurturing those thoughts and feelings, as is acting on them.

As a guy (I’m assuming you’re a guy) in High School, your sex drive will engage at any time and any place without warning. However, this shouldn’t prevent you from seeking friendships with women, because, well, you never know…any one of them could be “The One!”