RED FLAGS

I sometimes think I have the gift of discerning.   I can look at a Single guy and without him even saying a word, I can quickly see red flags.     It is just a feeling I get.  A vibe.   After chatting with a guy in person, I can learn what the red flags are and my gut is usually right.    Honestly, sometimes I need to know someone for months before I can figure out why I am seeing the flag, but the Holy Spirit always shows me.

What things should signify “red flags”?

“The acts of the sinful nature are obvious: Sexual immorality, impurity and debauchery; idolatry and witchcraft,; hatred, discord, jealousy, fits of rage, selfish ambition, dissensions, factions, and envy; drunkenness, orgies and the like.  I warn you, like I did before, that those who live like this will not inherit the kingdom of God.”

~Galatians 5:19-21”

                  In my prior blog post my friend and I were looking for ways to see if someone was genuine in their faith.  Here is a list of things that should signal a red flag.   If a guy (or girl) is demonstrating any of the traits listed in Galatians 5:19-21 it is a RED FLAG.. run, don’t walk away.

                  Sexual immorality, impurity, debauchery, orgies:  All sexual sins.  This can include:  Watching porn, masturbation, adultery, fornication and other sins that are sexual in nature.   If a potential mate is participating in any of these things, RED FLAG.   There are TONS of verses that warn believers against this kind of behavior. 

Idolatry is worshiping false gods.  RED FLAG.

Witchcraft/ Wicca:  RED FLAG

Hatred, discord, fits of rage, dissensions, factions all point to someone with a temper.   A person with anger issues is not walking in a right relationship with the Lord.   This is someone who likes to cause break-ups, and cause quarrels.   Someone who lives to cause drama and will even gossip and spread lies to do so.  RED FLAG.

Selfish Ambition.  Sometimes people have good ambitions.  They want a raise to provide for their family better.  They want a bigger home so they can be open to guests.   Selfish ambition is different.   Selfish ambition is rooted in pride.  Someone with selfish ambition will step over anyone they need to step on to gain what they want.   RED FLAG

Jealousy and Envy are kind of the same thing.    RED FLAG

Drunkenness.  REG FLAG 

                  This is very useful list of RED FLAGS.   If I recognize ANY of these things in a potential suitor I run away.  If you recognize any of these red flags in yourself, then you should address these sin habits before getting into a romantic relationship.

~Sunny :D