Boxing, is it a Christian thing?

[ChristianKnight]

I am wondering, where does the bible stand on physical fighting sports, like Boxing?

[the inside out]

Why do you feel the need to hit someone?

[GitRDunn]

I am wondering, where does the bible stand on physical fighting sports, like Boxing?

I don't believe it stands anywhere. While I wouldn't like to box, if someone wants to, I don't see any problem with it. Especially in inner-city areas, sometimes small, local boxing groups can be the only things that keep kids from joining gangs or doing drugs or other things.

[Athanasius]

Nothing wrong with boxing; it's your motivation that's the issue. My younger brother is a known boxer in the area.4

[Ayala]

Martial-arts and such can be a great thing. Builds physical and mental strength...as well as self-confidence. Teaches discipline. The only time one should be wary is when malice enters the heart.

[Revinius]

Sport is fine, any malicious intent is not. If you strike out because of anger then you conflict with Jesus.

[Friend of Jesus]

I've been doing Judo for 8 years... still going

There is a mighty fine difference between a fighting sport and a fight. Namely the motivation.

[ChristianKnight]

I do not live in the city, never would either.

I fight cause for one, it will help me become healthy.
It will give me a chance to try a sport that I might like.
I can make friends.

[Ayala]

If that is your motivation then more power to you.