A person simply cannot properly serve the Lord when they have a serious, unresolved sin in their life. When I was 12 or 13, I left the Church after my dad stopped going after he stumbled on some information about Joseph Smith and Church history. [195456], 1:13031; italics in original). Whether you follow Satan or not, he will hate you! Good luck and may God bless you. Good luck and God bless. I fell away from the church in high school and while in college realized the reason for my unhappiness was because of the lack of the gospel in my life. You will need to draw power from your Savior, your family, and friends in order to overcome this. This is for a friend. He is eligible to return to the mission field in 1 year. It is most likely that the Lord has forgiven you and those sins were resolved when you got baptized. Will my process be long or will I be excommunicated? Often the things we carry are petty, even stupid. I am afraid that I will meet the same fate as my father and be desensitized to the evils of the world, and I dont know what will happen to my father in the afterlife if he is too stubborn to repent and come back even though he remarried to a non-LDS person. I bless you to communicate the love of the Savior to your wife and children and to all who know you. I cant tell you definitively because there are a lot of factors involved. I have a similar problem. That went on for about 2 years, on and off. But again, be prayerful and seek the guidance of the Lord. So be sure to talk to your bishop as soon as possible. Although I never really gained my own testimony of the gospel. I did tell one of my bishops but I still had this addiction. repentance, baptism, confirmation, worthiness, a maturity and dignity worthy of one who comes invited as a guest into the house of the Lord. I have repented on my own for the things I have done with both boys, but I dont feel like Ive been forgiven, and I know thats because I still need to talk to my bishop. Repentance sometimes requires great courage, much strength, many tears, unceasing prayers, and untiring efforts to live the commandments of the Lord. Annalisa, Im so sorry to hear about the situation. Too many people consider repentance as punishmentsomething to be avoided except in the most serious circumstances. 3 Ways to Find Joy in Repentance. Isnt repentance an individual act that is different for different people? When I go to the MTC and confess, will they send me back home? I know personally its a nonhabitual problem, and my remorse for this sin is so extreme that I have stopped eating. Repentance and forgiveness are complementary principles. I just might be doable. Abandonment of Sin. In what ways do you think godly sorrow is different from expressions of regret? We become free from the bondage of our sins, and we find joy. But whether or not you have committed serious transgressions, like serious violations of thelaw of chastity, we all make mistakes and need to utilize the repentance process. I want to submit my papers about a month from now and leave in May, and I am a little worried that I wont be able to stay on that same timeline if I talk to the bishop about this. A few months ago my mom was talking to me about surving my mission and whether or not I want to go, that it was my decision. Because of this, a divorce happened and my mother remarried to a more faithful spouse. Yes, my friend sinned. I love that he used the word "enthusiasm" when talking about repentance. If we have stolen something, we will steal no more. She also said that she would still love me just the same if I didnt go. Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the Lord thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest. (Joshua 1:9) Good luck and God bless. Whether it is heterosexual or homosexual pornography would probably be a relevant detail that the bishop would want to know, so yes, I would recommend you tell him that. Link to comment. When I was around 10 years old, I had this girl best friend and we always play everyday outside our homes. I discovered masterbation around the age of 14 or 15 and have struggled with that since. Im not a homosexual. The process of repentance may seem long at times, but I think you will look back at it as time well spent. As we repent and rely on His saving grace, we will be cleansed from sin. Please know that this is something many young men struggle with, so you are not alone. One is in the way we treat our bodies. I continued this lifestyle until about 3 days ago when my best friend bore his testimony to me on a car ride home ( he had previously indulged in the same lifestyle until a few weeks prior. Experience the strengthening power of daily repentanceof doing and being a little better each day. Good luck and God bless. And when you go into battle each day, you should prepare yourself. Hey ,i wanna know that has i have broken the law of chastity and next year January can I go on a mission? Chapter 3: Jesus Christ, Our Chosen Leader and Savior, Chapter 8: Praying to Our Heavenly Father, Chapter 16: The Church of Jesus Christ in Former Times, Chapter 17: The Church of Jesus Christ Today, Chapter 27: Work and Personal Responsibility, Chapter 40: Temple Work and Family History, Chapter 42: The Gathering of the House of Israel, Chapter 44: The Second Coming of Jesus Christ, Chapter 19: Repentance, Gospel Principles (2011), 10713, Chapter 19, Gospel Principles, 10713. He is asking us to change the way we love, think, serve, spend our time, treat our wives, teach our children, and even care for our bodies. So please call him and make an appointment to see him right away. Some serious offenses are difficult to overcome, and some hurts run very deep. God loves you and wants to help you overcome these addictive habits. God loves you. I just had again unfortunately with another men and I am myself an men In fact, to me, the restored gospel is very logical. The Lord needs men eager to repentmen with a zeal to serve and be part of the Lords battalion of worthy priesthood bearers. And I bless you that as you make these efforts, you will experience miracles in your life. Instead of accepting full responsibility, Adam put the blame to Eve while Eve put the blame on the serpent (Genesis 12:13). I plan on going to my bishop to confess about it, but Im just wondering the time frame and everything. At first, I wasnt really tempted, but then later on I was tempted to watch it. Eventually I was able to stop involving myself with it, and I prayed and asked for forgiveness, but I still was taking the sacrament and was too embarrassed and afraid to tell anyone because I didnt want them to be disappointed. When you speak with him again, you may want to ask him about the Churchs Addiction Recovery Program. -If you have committed a serious crime, such as one that would cause you to be sent to prison. But I believe most young people who make mistakes with the law of chastity are able to repent and then go on a mission. It includes turning away from sin and turning to God for forgiveness. How can I go about this? If you broke the law of chastity before, and talked to your bishop. I bless you with the courage to repent daily and learn how to exercise full priesthood power. Camie, If you have moved, you will need to talk to your new bishop. So there goes another broken law of chastity. D&C 82:7 says Go your ways and sin no more; but unto that soul who sinneth shall the former sins return, saith the Lord your God. I pray that the Lord will strengthen you to follow through with the repentance process and become clean through the Atonement of Jesus Christ. I have always had the thought of a temple marriage in the back of my mind, for that reason i have never had any type of sexual contact with another person. At times, if your bishop feels that your repentance has been sincere and you are no longer going to be tempted to repeat the sin, the bishop will reconvene the church council. If the Holy Ghost is urging you in your mind and/or heart to tell your bishop, then you should definitely follow that prompting. Jesus Christ suffered the penalty for our sins so we can be forgiven if we sincerely repent. Im 27 now and i have not had any alcohol or caffeine for a year and burned my last playboys two months ago, i have also stopped cursing. Both invite the healing power of the Atonement to wash over us so that we can maintain peace and harmony in our marriage. Continue to talk with him on a regular basis. I am obviously too old now to serve a mission anyways and this is not my question. Aleah Ingram May 12, 2021 Personal. Garrett, Im sorry but youre going to need to go talk to your bishop about this again. Your decision to go talk to your bishop is right on. The word for repentance in the Greek New Testament is metanoeo. Sins slow our spiritual progression and can even stop it. Create an emergency plan one that you will follow, of what you will do if any negativity enters your life. Only his priesthood leaders, like his bishop and stake president, can determine how serious the transgression is and if he should or should not have a church calling. There must be a lot of humility, sackcloth and ashes. God is always there and will always be there for you!! As for requirements to confess masturbation, again, that is a matter of what the Spirit of God tells you to do. I have been seriously thinking of switching to the LDS church. I feel like Im losing my mind. I was wondering about how long the repentance process would be for that? And also the words of Isaiah, Come now, and let us reason together, saith the Lord: though your sins be as scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they be red like crimson, they shall be as wool (Isaiah 1:18). Does your call get postponed? They are not trying to abandon sin and become comfortable with God. Forgiveness is a supremely wonderful blessing for those that repent. To teach the people to repent and to obtain the power of repentance in their personal lives so that they could develop self-control and get their feet on the path that leads to salvation. But, Im still bothered by the mistake before even though Ive repented about it. He also feels really sorry for putting me in this predicament. Those are the exact words he used with me. Repentance brings peace when we place our lives in harmony with the teachings of Jesus Christ. In the next follow up interview with the bishop, the person should tell what happened and it shouldnt delay the repentance process too much. If it is something where I would need to wait a year, I would rather not ask or tell anyone I had the idea and I would stop considering it in the mean time. Restitution. He sent His Son to die for us and show us the way back to His presence. Josiah, Im sorry about what happened. May God bless and be with you. If possible could you give a ballpark estimate like 3months-1year , or 1year or more. So even when you have that happen, dont get down on yourself, Remember that you are of infinite worth. Nothing on TV, a mobile device, or a computer is more important than her well-being. As you discuss the principles of repentance with class members or family members, you may want to ask someone to write the principles on the board or on a large piece of paper. I feel like a lot of people get confused about this topic. The bishop could reassure you that you were not at fault and you could help the bishop know the full story of what happened between the you and the young man. With love and encouragement.- Jimmy Smith. Now, as my mind caught hold upon this thought, I cried within my heart: O Jesus, thou Son of God, have mercy on me., And now, behold, when I thought this, I could remember my pains no more.. But seeing how you were involved, even if unwillingly, it would probably be beneficial for all parties, you and the boy and your bishop, for you to go talk to the bishop. You may try reading a book called Will Power is Not Enough. It was written by an LDS author and talks about tapping into the power of the gospel of Jesus Christ to overcome addictive behavior. Identify what stops you from repenting. Lets say you broke the law of chasity for about a year, then you decided to go on a mission and started a repentance process, but after 6 months you started comittimg the same sins again for about 7 months. It never involved masturbation, if that makes a difference. We went to the Apartment about 10PM,but we got reported that we came back by 11PM,I accpet my transgression that I shouldnt have gone and watch a soccer match at all. If your bishop is unclear or needs more information, he will ask for it. Please be completely open and honest with him and tell him of all these transgressions so you can begin the process of repenting and putting these things behind you. Unfortunately, for some couples the bliss of deep love and immensely satisfying companionship does not last. Seek her counsel, and listen. Some people are baptized in as short as two or three weeks after meeting the missionaries, and some take many months or years. After apologizing and repenting to the best of our ability, the next hardest step might be to let go of persisting shameful narrativesthat is, let go of trying to convince people to believe that we have changed or that they need to forgive us. Wherefore, I say unto you, that ye ought to forgive one another; for he that forgiveth not his brother his trespasses standeth condemned before the Lord; for there remaineth in him the greater sin (D&C 64:9). I am currently 16 years old. Hi jimmy. If we do not pray and are unkind to others, we are surely not repentant. After breaking the law of chastity, and having to wait a year, is it a year till your availability or a year till you can turn your papers in at all?? Encourage Understanding and Application: Explain that because of Jesus Christ, when we do something wrong we can repent, which means we stop sinning and turn to God. Hey, so lets say that you confessed and went about a week, and barely started a minute of masterbaition, but then stopped ?? Sometimes, Ive wondered if Ill ever be able to go on a mission. How these gospel principles will strengthen your marriage. Please, just, what is the LONGEST time for the repentance process? Jim, A quick answer to your question is yes. Its for a friend, if he told his bishop that he was masturbating, he will going to tell that everything about what he did on masturbation? Her input will improve your output. Repentance is for our eternal happiness, and we should feel joy as we willingly repent of our sins. May God bless and be with you. In this reverence for our bodies, brethren, I think we can do better and be better. All sins can be forgiven, except for the extremely rare sin against the Holy Ghost, and for that we owe our gratitude to our Savior Jesus Christ. Just wondering how long it is before I can take it again. Keep a prayer in your heart always!! With your former bishop now in the stake presidency, you can still talk to him to get encouragement, guidance, and support. Thats wonderful that you have a desire to serve a mission. I hope you have a wonderful mission. He told me that I had to be clean for three months, but it is extremely difficult for me because it is really hard to control myself. Oh and I forgot to mention: I stopped this sin 9 months ago. Id love your advice on the matter, and your opinion on what is going to happen to me. The prophet Alma in reference to sexual sin said, Know ye not, my son, that these things are an abomination in the sight of the Lord; yea, most abominable above all sins save it be the shedding of innocent blood or denying the Holy Ghost? (Alma 39:5). But there are a lot of factors involved, so the precise length of time is something that your bishop will decide. I dont know what to do. Our sin must become a burden, a weight,. Whether or not he can still hold a calling will depend on the seriousness of how he broke the law of chastity. I dont remember things but somehow I still feel the quilt. But with more serious sins, transgressors are often not given a calling for a time until some repentance steps have been completed. The prefix meta- means change. The suffix -noeo is related to Greek words that mean mind, knowledge, spirit, and breath.5. The Lord said to early Church missionaries, And in this place let them lift up their voice and declare my word with loud voices, without wrath or doubting, lifting up holy hands upon them. Thank you. To make our repentance complete we must keep the commandments of the Lord (see D&C 1:32). Just like when the Nephites went to battle against the Lamanites and prepared themselves with defensive armor, you must be prepared to defend yourself from Satans temptations each day. Our sins make us uncleanunworthy to return and dwell in the presence of our Heavenly Father. Be strong and of a good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the Lord thy God, he it is that doth go with thee; he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee. Deut 31:6. I hope you mentioned this to your bishop. And presuming you are the person who left the previous comment that was more sexually explicit (which I have removed), I suggest you ask the bishop to put you in connection with the Churchs addiction recovery programs. Heavenly Father loves you and has provided His Son Jesus Christ as a sacrifice so that we can repent, change, and become clean again. Generally, it is a year until you are available, but that is something your bishop and stake president will decide. I just dont feel comfortable. But He does expect us to become increasingly pure. God will forgive and forget, but the Church will not. We need to get up off the couch, put down the remote, and wake up from our spiritual slumber. So if you have specific questions about the doctrines of the church, let me know and we can talk it through. Be prayerful and study the scriptures and I know the Lord will manifest unto you, by the power of His Spirit, what you should do. I finally have come to my senses and I want to repent and never do this again. I saw couples that were on the verge of divorce humble themselves, look inward, take responsibility, apologize for mistakes, and forgive each other. In that meeting, be sure to tell your stake president what has happened. Satan knows who you are and who you were premortally, and he understands the work that must be done before the Savior returns. He got me thinking, and I have started to feel what I think is the spirit when I prayed for the first time in a while, or actually listen in seminary. The Church Handbook for priesthood leaders says that this period can be as long as three years for multiple serious transgressions and should not be less than one year from the most recent serious incident. If you are unsure of your standing before God, then I recommend you go talk to your bishop. Where as worldly sorrow comes from the fear of worldly punishment or consequence that we may find unpleasant, Godly sorrow moves us to repentance when we realize that God is offended by sin, that we have made a mistake, and that we need to repent if we want to live with Him again. Follow their counsel and hopefully, you will be able to return to the mission field soon. Repentance is the key to avoiding misery inflicted by traps of the adversary. Jesus Christ calls His disciples to repent. From the ages of around 12-14 I was struggling with an addiction to pornography. Heres my question: Im terrified by the possibility of how long the repentance process could take. It is the key to happiness and peace of mind. We must maintain an unyielding, permanent resolve that we will never repeat the transgression. I have pushed aside the repentance process and forgot about my sins along the way . That was a blessing that Elder Cook says will continue to benefit families . During the process of the Atonement, the Savior suffered all of the pain, sorrow, and grief that we will experience in this life. If we do not fully understand the word 'repent', then we cannot form the close and lasting relationship that God requires of us. Joseph Smith said, After I had retired to my bed for the night, I betook myself to prayer and supplication to Almighty God for forgiveness of all my sins and follies, and also for a manifestation to me, that I might know of my state and standing before him; for I had full confidence in obtaining a divine manifestation (Joseph SmithHistory 1:29). Forgiveness is the perfect antidote for the poison of resentment. 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