Phazzan Posted April 1, 2004 Author Share Posted April 1, 2004 [quote name='popestpiusx' date='Apr 1 2004, 09:14 AM'] I was just joking phazzen. [/quote] It's not really a joke when it's true ya know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
popestpiusx Posted April 1, 2004 Share Posted April 1, 2004 (edited) You can't go to hell for veniel sin. That is not to make light of it, but it is a fact. Language, though, is very important. It not only effects you, but anyone who hears what you say (or reads what you write). Words should be chosen very carefully. That being said: Mea Culpa, Mea Culp, Mea Maxima Culpa! Phazzen, it is not an uncommon problem. Prayer is one of the only ways to take care of it. Eventually you will notice a difference. The important thing is not to despair. It is not an easy habit to break, but break it you can. Just be diligent and pray. God Bless!! Edited April 1, 2004 by popestpiusx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paladin D Posted April 1, 2004 Share Posted April 1, 2004 I have a problem with cussing, though not as much as you I'm assuming (judging by your post). I pretty much only cuss when I'm angry or upset, it's hard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phazzan Posted April 1, 2004 Author Share Posted April 1, 2004 [quote name='popestpiusx' date='Apr 1 2004, 09:22 AM'] You can't go to hell for veniel sin. That is not to make light of it, but it is a fact. Language, though, is very important. It not only effects you, but anyone who hears what you say (or reads what you write). Words should be chosen very carefully. That being said: Mea Culpa, Mea Culp, Mea Maxima Culpa! Phazzen, it is not an uncommon problem. Prayer is one of the only ways to take care of it. Eventually you will notice a difference. The important thing is not to despair. It is not an easy habit to break, but break it you can. Just be diligent and pray. God Bless!! [/quote] Well I'd say it's mortal if it drags on and you know you're doing it. I say more than the F word, like the C word as well, particularly when in a social situation who also use such words. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
popestpiusx Posted April 1, 2004 Share Posted April 1, 2004 (edited) No amount of veniel sin can ever equal one mortal sin. They do not add up that way. They can dispose you to commit a mortal sin perhaps but never equal one, no matter how many there are. Edited April 1, 2004 by popestpiusx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lil Red Posted April 1, 2004 Share Posted April 1, 2004 Phazzan, I have the same problem when I drive. What I did was hang a crucifix from my rearview mirror, then I taped a small piece of paper saying, "Father forgive them, for they know not what they do." It has worked!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ash Wednesday Posted April 1, 2004 Share Posted April 1, 2004 I asked my friend once how much I used to swear, and she said "Susan, you were a hockey player!" The good news, phazzan, is that you care enough to have concern about it. That's a sign of growth. Honestly, I think over time it starts to decrease as you get older, especially as you make a conscious effort to keep a lid on it. My biggest problem is when I'm driving in Seattle area traffic. Usually the f-word, and the sh-word. I don't call people names at the wheel like I used to, at least. Now I'll just say, "Come on, DUDE." Or "let's drive a little faster there, COWBOY." (There's this cowboy who lives on my road who drives really slowwwww in his old truck, which is a problem when he's ahead of me on my way to work...) As for mortal sin -- no, swearing is not a mortal sin, unless someone is directly taking the Lord's name in vain by cursing God and blaspheming him. I don't think very many well-meaning Catholics or Christians generally are in that category. We get angry, we swear as a kneejerk reaction -- that's a venial sin. With that being said, I don't think anyone means "oh it's JUST a venial sin" and the like. It's been said that long-time habits of venial sin and not caring that much about it can lead to mortal sins. Like Pius mentioned, it can make one more disposed to it. I liken sin to a plaque that grows in your arteries. Small plaque doesn't give one a heart attack, but too much builds up and will. People that have mortal sin and end up in hell don't do that "on accident" or "without knowing". If you care about sin and love God (which I think you do!) then God will not let you lose your soul. God bless! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
popestpiusx Posted April 1, 2004 Share Posted April 1, 2004 [quote name='Ash Wednesday' date='Apr 1 2004, 12:51 PM'] With that being said, I don't think anyone means "oh it's JUST a venial sin" and the like. [/quote] I certainly did not intend to give that impression. I apologize if that is how it sounded. Thanks for the clarification, ash. God Bless! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ash Wednesday Posted April 1, 2004 Share Posted April 1, 2004 Pius, I didn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justfran Posted July 23, 2004 Share Posted July 23, 2004 Hm, I seem to have almost completely cut off swearing. Now I only do it if it was in a play or something - it's from the character. I'm not that much of a talker, so i guess it was a bit easier for me than it'd be for other ppl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theculturewarrior Posted July 23, 2004 Share Posted July 23, 2004 Phazzan, I've conquered many bad habits with just confession, the Eucharist, and the rosary. Remember, a lot of it is not how hard you try, but how much you put it in God's hands. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justfran Posted July 23, 2004 Share Posted July 23, 2004 I usually kick habits just by...just stopping. I've never yet had help from Confession or the Eucharist (maybe some from the Rosary, maybe). Sometimes i don't even know what motivates me to stop...I just...stop. That was pretty much how my dad quit smoking, too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
little_angel202 Posted July 23, 2004 Share Posted July 23, 2004 i have the same prob i'm such a BAD swearer i'm trying to stop at the momant i dont have the problem with driving b/c i'm to young but i'm still a really bad swearer so we'll have to try and stop it together !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sojourner Posted July 23, 2004 Share Posted July 23, 2004 I swear a lot when I'm driving. One time I forgot my friend's kid was in the car with me and I let loose ... I felt really bad about it, and have tried to be more constructive with my speech since then. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theculturewarrior Posted July 23, 2004 Share Posted July 23, 2004 I have a long commute, so praying the rosary helps when I drive. Usually people are cussin at me! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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