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Yes, that can happen.Good morning rpguy, I haven't played that game Resident Evil, but a game offers its participants tests and building of skills that can satisfy the urge for competition, and a cheap pastime. Over the years I've heard those that would put down movies like the Wizard of Oz, or other scary movies which I also enjoy. Did I really believe them? Of course not.
I now play Blizzard's Daiblo and delight in beating it with lower times and power; I'm challenging me. Start worrying if you start idolizing objects of the games; my thoughts anyway.
Ok thanks, good to know.That's a good question -
Me personally? I have loads of tolerance for such things (games and stuff). Lol, I can't count how many hours I played "Diablo" when it first came out. But my children were sheltered and fed and clothed. My bills and obligations to the community were met. I wasn't gaming while neglecting other stuff. Still - there was this one part and we had to go down the stairs in an abandoned church. We'd work our way down levels. One stair case after another, each marking a greater level of difficulty. On the 3rd level things got truly horrific. That's where we met the BUTCHER! (Boss Mon). It was the first big battle for the newb to the game and Blizzard put a lot of effort into making it as gore-afied (gory) as they could. Talk about active imaginations.
Parents were in uproar (back in that day) because their kids were be exposed to things better left unmentionable here.
I'm pretty sure it won't bother you to click the "Spoiler" below but for the sake of some of the more tender conscious ones, it's hidden just underneath. Don't click unless you know what you're doing, please:
Sparrow -->
So I'm not going to be able to say, "It is sin," but would rather point you toward prayerfully searching your heart and asking God to help you hear Him well in this, and in all things (including our entertainment choices). We are to consider Him in all things and that is exactly what I hear you doing when you ask about it here on CF.net.
Here's something else to consider:
This link IS safe to click on: TOPICAL BIBLE: "Is all sin the same?"
*https://www.openbible.info/topics/is_all_sin_the_same*
If you happen on a favorite Scripture from the link (The Topical link, not the hidden The Butcher ) I'd love to hear about it. "Our Strength comes from His Joy over us!"
That's a good question -
Me personally? I have loads of tolerance for such things (games and stuff). Lol, I can't count how many hours I played "Diablo" when it first came out. But my children were sheltered and fed and clothed (well taken care of). I would make them leave the room for the worst parts, being sensitive to them, and their needs for protection and all that. Our bills and obligations to the community were met. I wasn't gaming while neglecting other stuff. Still - there was this one part and we had to go down the stairs in an abandoned church. We'd work our way down levels. One stair case after another, each marking a greater level of difficulty. On the 3rd level things got truly horrific. That's where we met the BUTCHER! (Boss Mon). It was the first big battle for the newb to the game and Blizzard put a lot of effort into making it as gore-a-fied (gory) as they could. Talk about active imaginations. Of course the boys would be just around the corner sneaking peeks even during the worst parts (while my attention was focused on the screen and I was running for my life(!). It did give us something to talk over at supper. That's for sure. And really? They were going to be exposed to much more in public school soon enough.
My kids were not raised to be "hot house tomatoes," protected from even the slightest wind. But I have known some very lovely people who were very well protected growing up and parts of my jaded self are still jealous. You probably know people who would shy away (run away?) from Resident Evil too.
Parents were in uproar (back in that day) because their kids were be exposed to things better left unmentionable here. I'm pretty sure it won't bother you to click the "Spoiler" below but for the sake of some of the more tender conscious ones, it's hidden just underneath. Don't click unless you know what you're doing, please:
Sparrow -->
So I'm not going to be able to say, "It is sin," but would rather point you toward prayerfully searching your heart and asking God to help you hear Him well in this, and in all things (including our entertainment choices). We are to consider Him in all things and that is exactly what I hear you doing when you ask about it here on CF.net.
Here's something else to consider:
This link IS safe to click on: TOPICAL BIBLE: "Is all sin the same?"
*https://www.openbible.info/topics/is_all_sin_the_same*
If you happen on a favorite Scripture from the link (The Topical link, not the hidden The Butcher ) I'd love to hear about it. "Our Strength comes from His Joy over us!"
I think it has more to do with how you respond to the game and how much time you spend on it than the game itself.
If you'd normally read your bible but stop doing that to play RE (or any other game) it is a sin.
If it takes away large amounts of time you would normally spend with your family it is a sin-
If it makes you aggressive or in other ways negatively affects how you treat others it is a sin.
...but the same would be true for other things than games as well.
well it is not named Resident Glory to God
some names matter Act_4:12 Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved.
Hey Jesus, thought i would give ya call to see if you would like to drop by and play a few rounds of Resident Evil ....
I've played pretty much most of the resident evil games, which were a lot of fun.
But are those style of games considered sinful?
I've played pretty much most of the resident evil games, which were a lot of fun.
rp, We consider this about those things. Would we be ashamed if Christ appeared at what ever we are doing. This is the way a "born again believer" walks in this age. Not everyone who says they are a Christian are not always what they say they are.But are those style of games considered sinful?
well it is not named Resident Glory to God
would you sit down and play a game with Jesus in the room? That's just a wee bit scary...
Metaphors reign where mysteries reside...
Ha ha ha! Rotf.....well it is not named Resident Glory to God
Roller skating with Jesus is better.some names matter Act_4:12 Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved.
Hey Jesus, thought i would give ya call to see if you would like to drop by and play a few rounds of Resident Evil ....