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consequences for sin — not only in this

lifetime but also for all eternity for those who

are not saved — they try to express so-called

“unconditional love” to them by silently

tolerating, accepting, and even embracing

their sinful lifestyle. But Jesus, who is the

epitome of love, never downplayed sin nor

did He ever condone a sinful lifestyle by His

silent tolerance of sin or by His accepting

demeanor; rather, Jesus warned sinners that

“except ye repent, ye shall all likewise perish”

(Luke 13:3 & 5).

Attempting to express so-called “unconditional

love” toward a family member by tolerating,

downplaying, or ignoring his or her sins in the

interest of family unity (or for any other

reason) is, in reality, extremely unloving and

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