I don't hate homosexuals

[Merciel]

I'm of the camp that homosexuality is a sin. Because of that, I'm often accused of hating homosexuals. Is that fair? There are many things many of my friends do that I consider sin. Some of my friends have pre-marital sex, some act like drunks in public, some gossip, some steal (I consider piracy stealing), some are rather irreverent toward Christ, and some aren't even Christian. And being an animal rights activist, I also don't approve of the fact that they all eat meat. So, because I think that they should change these things about them, does that mean that I hate them, that I reject them, or anything? I'd like to think not. Does loving somebody mean loving everything about them? If so, then I guess I don't really love anybody, because everybody I know does something I don't like. And that includes myself because there are still things that I struggle with.

I do know that homosexuals are rather mistreated and receive plenty of unwanted attention by Christian communities. I definitely don't approve of that, as it's clearly an attempt to make them a scapegoat so they don't have to worry about their own sins. I see it as hypocrisy that Christians stress how imperfect we are, how we are all sinners and will always be sinners, but then will bar homosexuals from being priests, pastors, etc. I do acknowledge that homosexuals receive the short end of the stick, and just because I think that homosexuality is a sin doesn't mean that I agree with how they are treated by the world.

 

[ReformedChapin]

I'm of the camp that homosexuality is a sin. Because of that, I'm often accused of hating homosexuals. Is that fair? There are many things many of my friends do that I consider sin. Some of my friends have pre-marital sex, some act like drunks in public, some gossip, some steal (I consider piracy stealing), some are rather irreverent toward Christ, and some aren't even Christian. And being an animal rights activist, I also don't approve of the fact that they all eat meat. So, because I think that they should change these things about them, does that mean that I hate them, that I reject them, or anything? I'd like to think not. Does loving somebody mean loving everything about them? If so, then I guess I don't really love anybody, because everybody I know does something I don't like. And that includes myself because there are still things that I struggle with.

I do know that homosexuals are rather mistreated and receive plenty of unwanted attention by Christian communities. I definitely don't approve of that, as it's clearly an attempt to make them a scapegoat so they don't have to worry about their own sins. I see it as hypocrisy that Christians stress how imperfect we are, how we are all sinners and will always be sinners, but then will bar homosexuals from being priests, pastors, etc. I do acknowledge that homosexuals receive the short end of the stick, and just because I think that homosexuality is a sin doesn't mean that I agree with how they are treated by the world.

One thing is people not respecting our personal preferences it's another not violating God's commandments. Homosexuality is a sin, liberals have has tried to change it into a "preference."

However you are right, there is a clear diference between hating a person and another not approving of their life. It's just another psychological tactic used to try to push the "tolerance" movement.

 

[Brieuse]

I'm of the camp that homosexuality is a sin. Because of that, I'm often accused of hating homosexuals. Is that fair? There are many things many of my friends do that I consider sin. Some of my friends have pre-marital sex, some act like drunks in public, some gossip, some steal (I consider piracy stealing), some are rather irreverent toward Christ, and some aren't even Christian. And being an animal rights activist, I also don't approve of the fact that they all eat meat. So, because I think that they should change these things about them, does that mean that I hate them, that I reject them, or anything? I'd like to think not. Does loving somebody mean loving everything about them? If so, then I guess I don't really love anybody, because everybody I know does something I don't like. And that includes myself because there are still things that I struggle with.

I do know that homosexuals are rather mistreated and receive plenty of unwanted attention by Christian communities. I definitely don't approve of that, as it's clearly an attempt to make them a scapegoat so they don't have to worry about their own sins. I see it as hypocrisy that Christians stress how imperfect we are, how we are all sinners and will always be sinners, but then will bar homosexuals from being priests, pastors, etc. I do acknowledge that homosexuals receive the short end of the stick, and just because I think that homosexuality is a sin doesn't mean that I agree with how they are treated by the world.

Thank you.

 

[BAFRIEND]

My problem is when the gay biased media trys to spread the false perception that the lifestyle in some way is normal and should be condoned. My problem is when people try to argue that God and Christianity are akay with that lifestyle. I am just as offended when others attack my beliefs as when others mis-fired sexuality comes under attack.

 

[Brieuse]

My problem is when the gay biased media trys to spread the false perception that the lifestyle in some way is normal and should be condoned. My problem is when people try to argue that God and Christianity are akay with that lifestyle. I am just as offended when others attack my beliefs as when others mis-fired sexuality comes under attack.

When you say lifestyle, what do you mean?

 

[BAFRIEND]

When you say lifestyle, what do you mean?

Homosexuality is an orientation that in and of itself may not be sinful. No, I do not believe that all homosexuals choose or have a choice in the matter as regards to attraction. I do not believe all those afflicted go to hell.

But choosing to live a gay lifestyle, that which carries the perception of sin and scandal, that is a sin.

What I mean by lifestyle, same sex couples that reside together in sin. Homosexuals who promote the gay lifestyle, Those involved in the evil sinful relationships. Those who council the young for tolerance of the sin, etc etc..

 

[Itani]

Jesus said:

John 16:17

"This I command you, that you love one another"

Paul told us to not judge outside the church, but judge those inside through the judgement of Christ's words and teachings.

For if a church is full of hypocrites and blind followers, how can the blind lead the blind? They will certainly fall into a pit and die. Others will see this, be discouraged and fall away.

 

[UberLutheran]

Jesus said:

John 16:17

"This I command you, that you love one another"

Paul told us to not judge outside the church, but judge those inside through the judgement of Christ's words and teachings.

For if a church is full of hypocrites and blind followers, how can the blind lead the blind? They will certainly fall into a pit and die. Others will see this, be discouraged and fall away.

That's nice -- but do you hate homosexuals, or not?

 

[BAFRIEND]

That's nice -- but do you hate homosexuals, or not?

Poor UberLutheran.