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Originally Posted by Aquila
Legally it might be justifiable. However, ethically, as a Christian I pursue non-lethal measures of defense.
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I'm a Texan, and my father is definitely at Texan. I don't "fear" guns or think they are a bad thing. I practice what I know of tae kwon do, grappling(amature type stuff) and would love to learn more of the arts, and other styles as well. I work out and try to stay in shape. It's my newish "hobby" so to speak. -just some background.
Sadly what Aquila is saying is something I wrestle with.
On one hand I can completely understand with the desire to shoot, and even kill with even little remorse, feeling justified with my actions.
Just as he said though, I feel God is in ultimate control. So should I sit there and not react? Should I not flee if I can? Why flee if God is there to protect me?
I think not, I must do something! (unless I got a clear voice from God telling me not too!). Non-lethal force would always be an option to me. I would prefer to be able to flee, talk them down, via scripture/reasoning, prayer, and other options that have been discussed. It might be prossible that I might kill someone in a state of panic as a result of physical force. (not saying i'm some deadly ninja haha) I feel God would forgive me for that, and know that in my heart that wasn't my intentions. I would regret it, but feel forgiven.
I am not so worried for myself as to "fight" or repel an attacker with force - But when I am married, that will change somewhat. THIS is where the carnal side( as I see it ) comes out. I can have faith and trust that I would be willing to die rather than to Kill a sinner (even though that sounds... kinda nutty). But as to my wife? Were she to be in danger or being ready to be victimized, I would have a serious urge to stop the attacker, whatever the cost. I would hope and pray that I would be as non-lethal, anti kill as possible. - I totally feel this side of me is the fleshly side and is not spirit led.
I understand it is my duty as the man to "protect" in a sense. She will by my jewel and my love. I just know I have to do what is right in the eyes of God no matter the cost. And I pray in my life I never have a circumstance that requires any of the above.
I know in my heart I need more prayer and direction as to what God would want me to do in this situation.
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