im gay and i have somewhat of a realtionship with the lord(im saved). but i try to think about my sexuality banding me from God. but will he really disown me from heaven for being gay. He loves me rite. i try to stop too. but it never works.and i hate polpe that try to scold u for being gay. wont u help them with kind words and prayer.not sayin"ur going to hell for being gay"
2007-03-16 05:04:37 · 39 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
i dont have realtionships. i havent been with ne1 for a year.im just attracted to them
2007-03-16 05:16:19 · update #1
Awwww, don't bother with them "You're going to Hell" guys!
Who's ever seen whether its's true or false?
Cheers!
Simon Templar
2007-03-16 05:09:04 · answer #1 · answered by In Memory of Simon Templar 5 · 4⤊ 0⤋
It's unfortunate to see so many hateful answers on this forum. But if you look at them carefully, you'll see that they're all founded on flawed dogma. So let's step through this logically, shall we?
First, ask yourself if you were born gay or if it was a conscious decision. I think you'll have no trouble seeing that you had no choice in the matter. So why would God have made you gay if that isn't exactly the way he/she wanted you.
Secondly, ask yourself if you hurt anyone by being gay. It's not as if you're forcing your sexuality on anyone else (In fact, quite to the contrary, all the naysayers are forcing their sexuality on you). There is absolutely nothing wrong with being in a loving, committed relationship -- regardless of the gender of your partner.
There is no need for you to change. You're perfect just the way you are. But I do encourage you to seek out a supportive church so that you can be encouraged by people who genuinely care for you.
2007-03-18 17:09:50 · answer #2 · answered by Rob 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have to consider what YOU believe, not what other people tell you God wants or doesn't want. Do YOU believe your sexuality is something natural, a part of the person you are, a part of the soul God created... or do you believe it's a sin, something inherently wrong no matter what the situation? Do you think God is mostly about love, or punishment?
Also, when in doubt, shouldn't the Ten Commandments take precedence over any other Biblical injunction? If you're a "What Would Jesus Do?" sort of person, shouldn't you consider his teachings above the teachings of some Biblical contributor?
Personally, I say no, it's not a sin, you're not going to hell, homosexuality is a natural alternative, and you should embrace who you are.... but the point is, you need to decide for yourself, and believe in it, and not let other people make up your mind and condemn your soul for you.
2007-03-16 05:22:50 · answer #3 · answered by teresathegreat 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
What has God put in your heart regarding your sexuality?
Do you feel as though it is an unclean act?
God says anything you deem to be clean is clean and anything you deem to be unclean is unclean. God has put in everyone a measure of faith to know the difference between right and wrong. If you feel you are wrong then you ARE wrong.
My grandfather committed suicide and I knew that he would burn in hell because there is no asking for forgivness once you've killed yourself, right? But then God led me to His Word that says He will show mercy on who he choses to show mercy. He also said the first shall be last and the last shall be
first. I nor anyone else can stand in judgement of you. This is a matter between you and God and if you diligently seek Him, He will give you the answer you seek. Read Romans in the New Testamant. It teaches us how we should conduct oursleves.
God Bless you
2007-03-16 05:22:19 · answer #4 · answered by scooter 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I feel that your Higher Power should love you regardless! If it is a sin to love someone and be loved back, I feel that is a terrible way to punish you and be "disowned from heaven". There are many ignorant people out there, dear whom don't understand and show cruelty out of fear. I believe if these people taunting you for being gay and being yourself should feel ashamed of themselves and that any deity that would deny you to be with them is not a deity I would be worshipping. That is just my humble opinion. I am a spirituallly eclectic person and do not follow Christianity by society's terms...I feel true love for God/your Higher Power is in your heart....I also do not believe in such a horrible place called hell that will make you burn for eternity, also, in my humble opinion a scare tactic full of guilt and shame...I do not disrespect ANY religion or yours or anyone else's beliefs, Many do not agree with mine, but I feel love for all my brothers and sisters on this Earth regardless of sexual preference or any other aspect of their life. Life is to be lived....And I believe it was the Christian God whom said" Judge or lest ye be judged" and "To those whom have not sinned cast the first stone!" to paraphrase... Walk in the light and all will be as it should be...Try not to let others judgements of you get you down, I know easier said than done, but please remember, you are a special and unique person deserving of a happy life! Keep smiling! LUNA :)
2007-03-16 05:23:57 · answer #5 · answered by Luna 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
We all live and deal with sin's daily. Please don't be fooled. There is a book out there that will help you with your answer and give you better understanding about the sin's we selfishly indulge in every day. I'm not without sin, wish I was but I'd be a liar if I told you that. The book is by John McCarther and is called Saved without a doubt. Good reading and should really help you to put your mind at ease, God Bless and my prayer's are with you.
2007-03-16 05:17:06 · answer #6 · answered by skip1960 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I do not think you are going to hell. But then again I am not God. If you look at the 10 Commandments, there is no "thou shalt not be Gay" commandment. After all they really about how we treat each other. If you treat everyone with respect and honesty, then that is all God can ask of us. I think you are OK.
2007-03-16 05:14:45 · answer #7 · answered by krupsk 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Nope your not going to hell. God loves you and made you gay. He wouldnt send you to hell for making you gay. Dont feel bad about being gay ethier.
Plus some people say 'according to christians yes' only some think that, and i stress they think that, they dont know! Plus all christians ive actaully met have always thought sexuality isnt anything to be btohered about. :)
2007-03-18 03:55:00 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If we were banned from entering heaven because of sins we committed, no one would make it. Everyone sins.
God will not disown you for being gay, but He doesn't approve of homosexuality -- it goes against His plan for procreation.
God doesn't love homosexuality.
God LOVES THE HOMOSEXUAL.
If you want to stop, pray the "prayer of relinquishment." In other words, tell God that this has a hold on you, and you don't have the strength to fight it, so you give it over to Him. Ask Him to make the changes in you that He wants to make.
We all have our battles to fight. The worst thing you can do is succumb yourself to guilt. Don't do that.
Just give it to God. Just say:
"I can't fight this on my own. I give this problem to you, Father, to fight for me."
In His timing, He will make the changes in you that He wants to see changed.
You are His child, and you will always be His child.
Bottom line, God has these guidelines for us to protect our hearts. He is more interested in what's inside your heart.
If you didn't feel guilty about being gay, then okay.
But, if you feel guilt about it, then deep down you don't like being gay, and you need His help to free yourself from it.
2007-03-16 05:15:21 · answer #9 · answered by Dianne C 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
According to Christianity, yes. And many denominations think that if you regularly commit the same sin, you aren't really saved. All Christians I know think that homosexuality is a choice, one that could be stopped if the person really wanted to, and that a person who is gay can't be saved because they aren't willing to give up their sin.
I think you should consider whether or not you want to be a part of a group that expects you to change a fundamental part of your life just to fit in.
2007-03-16 05:13:19 · answer #10 · answered by Jensenfan 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Honestly, the people that are telling you your going to hell are judging. He without sin cast the first stone. The Bible does state that a man shall not lay with a man. In my opinion, follow what the Bible says, it wont steer you wrong. Take your feelings up with the Lord and pray.
2007-03-16 05:32:09 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋