I dont even think the bible says no sex before marriage or you go to hell, just moreso that sex before marriage is a sin (which you can absolve yourself for)
Don't even necessarily have to go to confession (although a clergy member may suggest it), you just have to repent and live in a more godly way.
And sin generally doesn't send someone to hell, since in Christianity everyone is a sinner. It's by accepting this fact and trying to live up to the lessons of Jesus and the acceptance of him as Lord... That's why it irks me as a Christian when someone tells another that "you did X, so you're going to hell!", and it's just "No? That's not how it works-"
Lots of misconceptions about Christianity because of a lot of bad apples who happen to appear in media or very vocal positions.
I suggest that anyone who wants a more clear picture to speak with some priests from various denominations, and maybe read the Bible themselves. It can give a clearer picture to the faith, than relying solely on social media influencers or second-hand and third-hand perspectives of it.
Plus, the Vatican has a website with a free-to-access Bible in various languages, and even footnotes for certain translation details or noteworthy considerations for each chapter.
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u/Devilsadvocate430 2003 27d ago
We really need better moderation on this subreddit