Homosexuality vs Fornication???

[SDSoccerChick32]

A lot of Christians say Homosexuality is a sin and if you don't "turn from your ways, you will go to hell!" My question to you is, those who fornicate, do you think they will go to hell? God says a sin is a sin. One doesn't weigh more than the other. So, why aren't people condemning fornicators and telling them they are going to hell? Divorce is a sin. Lying is a sin. Why are most of these ignored on the 'bandwagon-to-hell" list? Is it b/c it is more acceptable now-a-days? I mean..."everybody's doing it!" lol Seriously, what is your take on this?

Looking forward to the answers; this should be interesting

 

[iAMdatdude]

I have always wondered the same....societal double standards?

 

[broken_one]

SDSoccerchick32,
you're right.

Both homosexuality and pre-marital sex/adultery are fornication, but some of our more "conservative" elements seem to look down more on the former than the latter. It's too bad that they are more similar than some may want to believe.

Even-handed reason and knowledge is the only way to clear irrational fears.

 

[SDSoccerChick32]

I have always wondered the same....societal double standards?

I agree. There are some serious double standards going on. I mean, do you see people protesting outside of the bar w/ signs saying, "God hates drunkards!! You're all going to hell unless you turn from your ways!!" Uumm...no.

SDSoccerchick32,
you're right.

Both homosexuality and pre-marital sex/adultery are fornication, but some of our more "conservative" elements seem to look down more on the former than the latter. It's too bad that they are more similar than some may want to believe.

Even-handed reason and knowledge is the only way to clear irrational fears.

My bad, I meant "straight" fornication lol

 

[broken_one]

My bad, I meant "straight" fornication lol

Lol I get ya now.

I still wholeheartedly agree that there is a double standard in the Christian community, though.

 

[cantata]

Because heterosexual fornication doesn't make certain right-wing Christians uncomfortable.

 

[Fin12]

1. Becuase it's a tabboo subject AND a minority/ gays are easy to jump on and bully without too much retaliation as a consequence.

2. I wasn't aware the church was in need of condemning more people?

 

[Axioma]

Wouldn't homosexual intercourse BE fornication anyway, if homosexuals aren't allowed to marry? I mean, you can MAKE homosexuality a sin, even if it isn't, simply by not letting them marry and thus making their relationship extramarital.

 

[HannahBanana]

Wouldn't homosexual intercourse BE fornication anyway, if homosexuals aren't allowed to marry? I mean, you can MAKE homosexuality a sin, even if it isn't, simply by not letting them marry and thus making their relationship extramarital.

Definitely true. You know, that makes me wonder why so many Christians are against gay marriage when legalizing it would make this country even just a tad bit less sinful (since, if it were legalized, gay couples wouldn't have to resort to fornication anymore).

 

[B'alaam]

Because heterosexual fornication doesn't make certain right-wing Christians uncomfortable.

Repeated for truth

 

[Ryanswife]

We are ALL sinners. We ALL fall short. ALL our rightousness is like filthy rags. For one sinner to tell another that they are going to hell for their sin is irresponsible.

 

[Ryanswife]

Double post

 

[Anglian]

Dear SDSoccerchick32,

You are correct in noting that there are other sexual sins which the Church condemns as sinful. My own Church does preach that all these sexual sins separate us from God. As far as I can see, the one real difference is that there are no adulterers insisting that adultery is not condemned as a sin, and that it is just another reflection of God's love; ditto with fornication.

That some Christians forget that much active heterosexual behaviour is as sinful as active homosexuality does, indeed, give an impression of hypocrisy. But not all Churches forget this. No Christian should ever claim that they know what God's decision will be for any of us. We shall all be judged by the One Just Judge, and we shall all be relying on His mercy. What He does require of us is repentance and amendment of life.

For the adulterer and fornicator that still leaves open the possibility of a marriage in Christian teaching; but for a Christian homosexual who wishes to be obedient to the traditional teaching of the Church, there is a call to celibacy, which is a considerable sacrifice. Heterosexual Christians might recall this when they make whatever comments they do on homosexuals and homosexuality. We hear much from those who think the Church should adapt itself to their beliefs; but there any many we do not hear from who adapt themselves to the Church's teaching; this is their cross, and their attitude should command our respect.

Those who find it impossible to adapt to the traditional teaching of the Church, now have Christian Churches which will welcome them. Those who find it impossible to obey Christ's teaching that we should love one another when homosexuals are concerned, might ponder why it is OK for them not to be obedient.

Peace,

Anglian

 

[Washington]

Because heterosexual fornication doesn't make certain right-wing Christians uncomfortable.

Heck, a heterosexual fornication makes many right-wing Christians quite happy, although they would never admit to participating.

 

[Ryanswife]

I believe that homosexual sex, fornication, adultery etc. are sin, but I also believe that it is God's place to pass judgement on those sins and the sinners place to repent and/or change their behavior if that is what they choose to do. I feel it is our place as christians to love one another and share the truth/word in love and try to live our own lives to the best of our ability and let the Lord convict people of their wrong doings.

 

[LittleNipper]

A lot of Christians say Homosexuality is a sin and if you don't "turn from your ways, you will go to hell!" My question to you is, those who fornicate, do you think they will go to hell? God says a sin is a sin. One doesn't weigh more than the other. So, why aren't people condemning fornicators and telling them they are going to hell? Divorce is a sin. Lying is a sin. Why are most of these ignored on the 'bandwagon-to-hell" list? Is it b/c it is more acceptable now-a-days? I mean..."everybody's doing it!" lol Seriously, what is your take on this?

Looking forward to the answers; this should be interesting

People do not go to hell because they sin. They go to hell because they do not see that what they are doing as being sinful (then turning to GOD for forgivness in the LORD JESUS CHRIST), and/or they see merit in their own works/lifestyle that (they feel) earns them salvation (which is not possible).

 

[HannahBanana]

People do not go to hell because they sin. They go to hell because they do not see that what they are doing as being sinful (then turning to GOD for forgivness in the LORD JESUS CHRIST), and/or they see merit in their own works/lifestyle that (they feel) earns them salvation (which is not possible).

But how exactly is homosexual sex sinful, when you look at it in the realm of facts and science?

 

[selfinflikted]

But how exactly is homosexual sex sinful, when you look at it in the realm of facts and science?

Those two concepts don't mix. There is no "sin" in the realm of facts and science.

 

[HannahBanana]

Those two concepts don't mix. There is no "sin" in the realm of facts and science.

You can believe in sin and believe in science. It's called "being a liberal Christian."

 

[lawtonfogle]

But how exactly is homosexual sex sinful, when you look at it in the realm of facts and science?

Back in the Hebrews time, I think one could view it being sinful.

See, God commanded His people to go forth and multiply. So, anyone being homosexual is contradicting that. Now, I'm not to sure how celibacy worked back then, though a number of priest had children (I think Samuel was one).

But a lot of that stuff isn't relevant today, so the question is this part still relevant. On that, I think you will hear a lot.