Some say that because they sin, we should shun them, but isn't that being hypocritical of what Christ calls us to do in loving and accepting everybody, no matter what their story is?
Your thoughts...
2007-05-22 20:36:51 · 22 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
My religion allow homosexuals to attend in our congregation.
God created man and woman. It is true up to this time. Nothing was added. It is still man and woman. A homosexual; a gay or a ******, is still classified as man. The same is true for lesbians. They are still classified as woman. In fact, when you look at their physical structure, they are really man and woman. The only difference is their attitude and sexual preferences. A so-called homosexual is attracted to a male; while a so-called lesbian is attracted to a female — basically wanting the same sex! That is reality. But the question is their chance of salvation. Other religions are condemning these kinds of people already. Are they right in doing so? There is an answer written in 1 Corinthians 6:9-11 that goes like this—
“Know ye not that the unrighteous shall not inherit the kingdom of God? Be not deceived: neither fornicators, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor effeminate, nor abusers of themselves with mankind, 10 Nor thieves, nor covetous, nor drunkards, nor revilers, nor extortioners, shall inherit the kingdom of God. 11 And such were some of you: but ye are washed, but ye are sanctified, but ye are justified in the name of the Lord Jesus, and by the Spirit of our God.”
There were, in the first century Christians, these kinds of people. They have an equal chance to salvation. They just have to be baptized and be washed of their sins in the true church
2007-05-22 20:55:13 · answer #1 · answered by yana 4 · 2⤊ 3⤋
Christians are sooo judgemental despite the teaching of the bible that he without sin should throw the first stone, take out the log of your own eye, etc etc. Personally I cannot conceive why anybody would want to go to church in the first place, but inasmuch as a homosexual may want to go, why shouldn't he/she be allowed. Is church only for the non-sinners among christians?
2007-05-23 03:44:51 · answer #2 · answered by Tsotsi 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
We are supposed to accept them, not what they do! And we all sin in some form or another, and in GODS eyes, all sin is equal! To answer your question: yes, they should be allowed in the church, (a Bible based church that is!) they need to be in a loving Christian atmosphere, they need prayer!!! If they are in the right kind of church, around Christians who will love them, and pray for them, they will finally see that what they are doing is wrong, and will start to let GOD help them!
2007-05-23 04:45:53 · answer #3 · answered by Dalmatian lady 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes they should be allowed. If they feel comfortable in doing so.
I know one of my relatives lost her faith after she came out that and now she is an atheist.Because the church she was brought up in called her evil and a sinner. My opinion is no one should be
thrown out of the church because of you
personal preferences. Like the saying goes
those with out sin can cast the first stone.
2007-05-23 03:56:21 · answer #4 · answered by Poe B 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Jesus came to seek and to save what was lost. and interestingly, the Bible also says that, everyone falls short of the glory of God. i do believe that homosexuals are the same as any other. those who go to the church and are very welcome are those who need help. the DOCTOR will pretty much be pleased to entertain those who are in need. nobody is banned from going to church and nobody has any right to dictate another's life. we are servants alike. only the Word of the Master should be obeyed. and when he says that this is sin then we need to repent, regardless how hard.
2007-05-23 03:48:18 · answer #5 · answered by bryan john m 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
a homosexual is no different than any other sinner. We all need Jesus in our life, despite whatever sins we possess. Just remember, putting a bicycle in a garage doesn't make it an automobile. You need Jesus to be considered a Christian.
2007-05-23 04:23:40 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
you're right, we are suppose to be loving and accepting no matter what. Welcoming anyone who wants to hear the message of God. No matter their race, creed, lifestyle, or preferences. Everybody is allowed in the church.
Except if you are going to bomb it, I don't think anybody will want you in there then.
2007-05-23 03:44:08 · answer #7 · answered by tlj83 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes they are just like everyone else. Sadly our culture has been groomed to be Homophobic. Anything out of the normal in dealing with orientations is strictly prohibitied. Which is sad because homosexuals and bisexuals can be really nice and enlighting people.
2007-05-23 03:43:55 · answer #8 · answered by Spatzy 1 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Touchy subject, good question.
I honestly do not know. I think that we should at least pray for those who come forward and honestly want to change their ways. That would be what Christ would want us to do. But he clearly states that homosexuality is an abominable sin, and that once they have comitted it, they will burn in hell.
I'm also really confused on this one to.
2007-05-23 03:41:58 · answer #9 · answered by Kat™ 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋
There is no reason to stop homosexuals going to church, but I don't believe they should be in leadership positions in the church.
2007-05-23 03:49:07 · answer #10 · answered by Jason 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋