Author Topic: Do Traditionalists Ever Have Any Fun? (Read 25385 times)

Antony · « **Reply #145 on:** July 12, 2012, 11:47:05 PM »

Quote from: Antony

I have plenty of fun like biking, jogging, hunting, fishing, camping, traveling, reading, drinking a beer or two with friends, playing with my dog, enjoying scenery, enjoying a good restaurant, etc, etc, etc,. But if you were to ask me to listen to KISS or Metalica I'd tell you to leave.

Not one of these is sinful when done properly and they are much more fun activitis than going to a rock concert. Believe me, I have been to them and they are not fun.

Antony · « **Reply #146 on:** July 12, 2012, 11:48:57 PM »

Actually, I just finished my homemade blizzard consisting of vanilla ice cream and resees peanut butter cups.

Cuthbert · « **Reply #147 on:** July 13, 2012, 02:58:34 AM »

Those who call themselves Catholics, & yet can't bear to separate themselves from the depraved modern world & its "fun" would do well to reflect on the following verses of Holy Scripture: "Enter ye in at the narrow gate: for wide is the gate and broad is the way that leadeth to destruction: and many there are who go in thereat. How narrow is the gate and strait is the way that leadeth to life: and few there are that find it!" Gospel of St. Matthew Chapter 7 Verses 13 & 14. The other is "Bear not the yoke with unbelievers. For what participation hath justice with injustice? Or what fellowship hath light with darkness? And what concord hath Christ with Belial? Or what part hath the faithful with the unbeliever? And what agreement hath the temple of God with idols? For you are the temple of the living God; as God saith: I will dwell in them and walk among them. And I will be their God: and they shall be my people. Wherefore: Go out from among them and be ye separate, saith the Lord, and touch not the unclean thing: And I will receive you. And I will be as a Father to you: and you shall be my sons and daughters, saith the Lord Almighty." II Corinthians Chapter 6 Verses 14-18.

Catechist99 · « **Reply #148 on:** July 25, 2012, 08:48:36 AM »

Isn't a good rule to follow that we seek first the Kingdom of God? If we seek Him in all things, including our recreation, we will be having fun and serving Him?

I interpretted the questions as demeaning rather than slanderous. It would be akin to asking a Mormom man "Is it OK for a Mormon man to not have multiple child brides?" or a even a black American "Do all of you eat fried chicken and watermelon?" I'm not convinced the questions are sincere. Sounds like more work from the good people in Steubenville.

We all have free will. We can do whatever we want. You don't have to get permission from the Trad Council before going to an immoral movie or listening to profane rap music. But we all will account for every single thing we did in our lives and all that we failed to do.

Don't ask yourself if other people approve of your behavior. This is human respect and is condemned. We must worry about offending Our Lord and His Mother.

Ask yourself "Would I feel comfortable with the Blessed Mother joining me in this activity? Would I feel ashamed if Christ were watching me?"

Lover of Truth · « **Reply #149 on:** July 25, 2012, 02:12:04 PM »

The only authentic fun is being in a state of sanctifying grace.