You just gave us some clear examples of how we may be misjudged–not because of what we think the scriptures are saying on the subject, but because of those “appearances” that we naturally associate with sin.

Overall I think you’re right. I would hope that we would shake at the very appearance of the sin of unrighteous judgement that might begin to well up with in us if we were to see our priesthood leader walk out of a pub.

On the other hand, I think we should be careful to do our best not to convey the appearance of sin either. IMO it is our duty to be circumspect in that regard. (though blogging with a psuedonym can certainly tempt one to cut a few corners here and there)

Jack