I just got through with depression and being bi couple months later i found out being gay is a sin (i'm christian) and came across lesbians and was starring at it what should i do?
2007-03-02 14:18:06 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Cultures & Groups ➔ Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender
i belive in equal rights so if that helps anyone,,, and i won't be offened (inless you act like a complete jerk)
2007-03-02 14:27:39 · update #1
You know, any religion claims that homosexuality is sin. But it's not a choice. It's a part of you. It's who you are and you cannot hide from it. God made you the person you are for a reason. Just because you're Christian doesn't mean you have to take on every single belief they hold. I know plenty of Christians and Catholics who are very open to the idea and who don't believe it to be a sin. Just because someone tells you it's wrong doesn't necessarily mean it is.
Check out this history. A long time ago, in the Mormon religion, the Mormons believed that African-Americans had black skin because they were being punished for something they did in a previous life. They never allowed black priests or anything until this later last century.
Imagine being told God was punishing you just because you happened to be born with a different color skin. It's the same thing about homosexuality. You were born with those feelings, those attractions. Do you truly believe you are wrong to be who you are, just because someone else or their Holy Book says so? God hates no one. Remember that much.
I too am bi, and I am faithful to my God. Being a bisexual female doesn't alter my love for God nor my faith in His love. I know that he made me a special person and I shouldn't worry about what everyone else thinks. What matters to me is what he sees in me as a person. He loves me. That's all I need to know. :)
2007-03-02 14:30:50 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Gay/Homosexuality wasn't in the very first bible that was written. The Hebrew bible was translated to English aka King James New International Version. Also I can prove this my bible New International I found like hmm . . . Maybe five versus I red the first one in that was the only one saying anything about man and man it says " Do not lie with a man as one lies with a woman; that is detestable." The others I found said nothing about it now the newer one has a lot about homosexuality which like i said the word wasn't around back in bc and ac.
Another thing me and my gf was looking in one of those HUGE bibles one of the original ones in English well it had nothing and I mean nothing about it in there. Another thing every sin is forgiving except blasphemy.
If you believe in your god and that he made us all equal your'll be fine. And the depression I went through it once when I was 13 just coming out mainly because I couldn't find another girl because I was so young. Also I felt depressed because I thought my parents might disown me which I was wrong my parents love me more then anything. Which also made me feel so much better so once I was out in the open and making new gay/lesbian friends I felt alot better. Like I tell everyone all sins are forgivien except blasphemy so go with you're feelings and what feels right to you
Hope this helps
2007-03-02 22:31:14 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Its not a sin. Its normal. There's gay animals. Humans created Christianity. Far as I know, no animals are Christian. They do not have the brain capacity to imagine, or think up fancy little "sins". They simply go with their instincts.
The above is proof that some areas of Christianity are simply ridiculous.
As for the deppression, once you are comfortable with your sexual orientation, once you are comfortable with yourself, you will feel at ease. YOU have to love yourself first. Trust me, you will feel so much better. Just accept yourself as you are, and do not fear God. If he forgives all, he will forgive you. Besides, as I proved above, homosexuality is normal. Its not just a choice. Just as in animals, it is God who decides this, therefore he cannot punish you.
Also, the church has added, and removed pages from the one, true, original Bible. If you can remember, this was on the news last year - a bible page from an early bible, about how Jesus asked Judas to betray him (a rather important page) had been found. The media did not make that big a deal about it, but it should have. It is a very big deal. Im not saying everything in the bible is wrong, but just take this into consideration. If some pages were missing, what else could be missing? For now, there's a lot we cannot explain. We just have to do our best.
Remember, always do what feels right, and always be yourself. I wish you lots of luck. :)
2007-03-02 22:20:48 · answer #3 · answered by nerveserver 5 · 6⤊ 0⤋
Well, you could have an epiphany and realize that religion is little more than a man-made method of exerting control over peoples' minds by keeping them ignorant and invoking the supernatural.
OR, you could find a group of gay, lesbian, or bisexual Christians who have been able to reconcile their understanding of Jesus with their own experiences. Maybe then you'll realize that you are no more or less a sinner than anyone else, and the divide you feel between yourself and God is something you've imposed, not He.
2007-03-02 22:29:45 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
This is a touchy subject. I really don't want to offend you because of your religion. Personally, I do not believe in the Christian religion, and this is part of the reason.
I know it's hard to deal with depression, and I myself am bisexual. I am not Christian, so I don't have the conflicting values, so I don't know what to tell you about that. Personally, I don't feel this is something you can help. If you CHOSE to be bisexual, obviously you would just "choose" to stop and it wouldn't be a problem. Personally, I would just be the way I am. If an all-loving God can't love you for who you are, then that is rather hypocritical. As far as depression goes, find something you love, and do it. Surround yourself with people who accept you for who you are.
Again, I'm very sorry if I have offended you, as I personally am not a Christian.
2007-03-02 22:24:12 · answer #5 · answered by SheIsDeath 2 · 2⤊ 1⤋
If you are a true and practicing Christian, then you already know the answer. Believe in the power of prayer. I say, stand on the two basic laws handed down. "Love Thy God" and "Love Thy Neighbor." The books in the new testament, were all written by the Apostles -- according to Charlemane and later the monks in King James' court. I believe what they say is true, but I also believe that God wants us to love and be loved and in that, find happiness.
2007-03-02 22:28:08 · answer #6 · answered by Doc 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Being gay is not a sin. Do not believe that. There are a lot of thing people will tell you that are not true. If it is such a sin, why did God make you the way you are? God loves everyone
2007-03-02 23:11:41 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Im Christian too and i love god but i cant help what i feel for girls im bi by the way and thats just me
2007-03-02 23:10:38 · answer #8 · answered by sexcmexi720 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm a christian and I believe that God created me to be happy. So I'll do what I have to do to make that happen. You should do the same.
2007-03-02 22:32:03 · answer #9 · answered by Syck 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think I understood you're question. Enjoy your sexuality, just stay in school so you can communicate like an intelligent human being.
2007-03-02 22:23:14 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋