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Jackie Palmerno wrote:

Hi, guys —

  • Is petting a sin when two people are making out?
Jackie
  { Is petting a sin when two people are making out? }

Eric replied:

Dear Jackie,

Sorry for the extreme delay in getting back to you; sometimes things fall through the cracks.

  • The first question I'd ask is, are chastity and purity a priority for you, or are you just trying to see how far you can go?

If you are arousing lust, it's time to stop.  I recommend finding resources written by Jason Evert on the topic. Here is basically an answer to your question:

Eric

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