Anybody who is christian, what is your opinion on homosexuality?

Question

Just to let you know, I am christian, and I don't have a problem with anybody being homosexual. I'm just interested on your opinions of the matter, because we're having a debate about it at school, and i think it would be good to get some other opinions about it. I am aware that it never says in the bible that there should be no homosexuals, but people all have different opinions, and my debate focuses a lot on christian's view of homosexuality - just looking for opinions here!! (sorry for so much writing, but some people can be quite touchy on the matter, and i don't mean to stereotype, or offend)

okay, so the bible does condemn it, but everybody's faith is different, so what does your faith say??

Answer 1

I have wrestled with trying to understand this issue for a long time. This is the best conclusion I can come up with:

It does appear that the Bible (which I believe is the inerrant Word of God) condemns homosexuality and I, a married heterosexual, personally find it to be abnormal behavior. But clearly there are those males who exhibit a seemingly genuine feminine quality which they seem to have been born with. I have friends who I love and respect who happen to be this way. And it stands to reason that if they possess an abnormal feminine quality from birth that they would likewise find themselves naturally attracted to males. I personally can't see God faulting them for this mutation, if we can call it that, for there are many other mutations that occur from birth that are not condemned nor should they be. For instance, we know a person can be born with both male and female genitalia - a type of mutation which those individuals did not choose. Likewise, isn't it likely that we may also suffer psychological gender-related mutations that we do not choose? Clearly the answer is yes since we observe all kinds of psychological mutations in our society everyday. Mutations that are not of anyone's choosing. So, this type of "natural born" homosexuality, in my opinion, is not what is being condemned in the Bible. I believe the homosexuality condemned in the Bible is the sexual lust-based kind that we see parading in the streets demanding their 'rights". After all, the Bible condemns all lust-based behavior including the heterosexual kind. Basically, I believe the Bible is saying that we are designed to be attracted to one sex and not designed to be attracted lustfully to anything/everything or just anyone we can get our hands on. When the Bible says that man is not to lie with another man as one does with a woman, how can that apply to a born-from-birth homosexual since he has no desire to lie with a woman? Could it be that God is simply saying in essence, "Follow your design.?

So, in a nutshell I believe the Bible condemns lust-based homosexuality, but not the natural born kind.

Having said all that, I admit that my conclusion can be totally wrong. But it's the conclusion that gives me the most peace of mind considering that I find natural-born homosexuals to be some of the most talented, passionate, good natured people in the world.

I hope this was helpful.

Answer 2

The argument has become more acute because the homosexual lobby claims that homosexuality is not a sin. It claims that the Bible is not talking about the homosexuality between committed loving couples and it also claims that it is genetic and they cannot be judged because of that. I regret to say that the Bible is quite clear about homosexuality being a sin in conjunction with other sins 'against the body', such as fornication and adultery. The scriptures condemning homosexuality: Genesis 19:4-5; Leviticus 18:22; 20:13; Judges 19:22; Romans 1:26; 1 Corinthians 6:9,1 Timothy1:9-10; 2 Peter 2:6-8; Jude 1:7.

Answer 3

I wrote this somewhere else -- it is my opinion and not the official word of God or of any other religion...

"Being" a homosexual is a flawed concept. This is just a label that is artificially placed on some people (and some label themselves).

Homosexuality is not a "state of being." Our species is Heterosexual, the only other choice is "A sexual" which we are not.

"Being" Homosexual is like "being" an over-eater. Over-eaters desire food and do not limit their own desires. Some over-eaters consider themselves fat by way of genetics "they are born that way" and no matter what they do they will always be fat.

I have lost over 100 lbs after 40+ years of overeating, I just needed to learn what a sensible diet was and exercise every day and then choose to be a master over my desire to eat and be slothful, or continue to be fat.

There is no doubt that we desire what we shouldn't have, some/all of these desires are learned, but some of us have desires for "x" and some have desires for "y" -- the questions is will you give up your power over your desires, or will you become the master of your desires.

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Answer 4

You are right the Bible doesn't not explicitly use the word "homosexual." But it does describe rather plainly that God rejects the practices of those who ARE homosexual. 1 Corinthians 6:9, 10 makes it pretty clear what God thinks of this practice. This scripture mentions "men who lie with men." Don't let anyone sugarcoat this to you to mean taking a nap together. The Greek words in this phrase clearly refer to sexual intercourse between two men. In the so-called "Old Testament" and the "New Testament" God never changes his view of homosexuality, whether it be practiced between two males or two females. Anyone one who practices homosexuality can not claim to be a Christian. Shoot me an email of you need more info for your debate, I would be happy to share with you: [e-mail]

Answer 5

I don't think that being a homosexual is any worse than adultery.

However, what I think is not important. A Christian's faith cannot be based upon their own opinions. Our faith must be shaped by what GOD thinks. That's part of being a follower of Christ.


Also, there's a difference between being black and being gay. One is a skin color the other is a behavior.

Answer 6

It's pretty cut and dry to me. I don't have a problem with homosexuals. Do I agree with their choices and behavior??No. Am I without fault? ABSOLUTELY NOT. I am in no place to judge anyone. Sometimes I think about how they are blatantly disobeying God, but then I remember that we are ALL sinners and the vast majority of the time when we sin, we KNOW it is wrong and we choose to do it anyway.

Hate the sin, love the sinner.

Answer 7

Ok. This is one of my many reasons for my "problems" with christianity. I am still christian. I still believe in god. And I am not a homosexual. HOWEVER I do not believe that all homosexuals are doomed to rot in hell! Im sorry but I just dont!! I believe this: It is none of our business how to tell 2 people how they are supposed to love each other!

Answer 8

How about we spread it out to include other things besides homosexuality?

When you want to consider the usefulness of a thing, consider its purpose. Does it fulfill its purpose? If not, it is being misapplied.

A pencil can be used to dig in your ear but the pencil was made to write. A plate can be used as a frisbee, but it was made to hold food. Now lets look at the purpose and application of a man's semen. It is created to do what? Why does it have a jillion sperm in it? To ensure that one of those little suckers finds an egg, fertilizes it and creates new life. So...for the husband who wants to argue that his wife should be letting him hit it anally...he can argue for the 'pleasure' but he cant argue for the purpose.

Same goes for a homosexual...semen wasnt meant to be in someone's throat/butt....so the coming together of two MEN..does not fulfill the purpose of how those men were created biologically. Same for two women....so to argue that homosexuality is 'biological' cant get past the fact that men's bodies and womens bodies were NOT formed to go with their like kind. Even if you are an evolutionist...you have to say...nature (in its unreligious, unassuming, unbigoted scientific creation..didnt CREATE men to be able to procreate with men or women with women.

Sex is not solely for procreation, NO...but pleasure does not qualify its purpose.

Answer 9

Homosexuality is an abomination unto the Lord. That means it is wrong, wrong, wrong. You can love the sinner but hate the sin. But don't be falsely influenced by those who tell you that homosexuality is the only way to be. It isn't. And anyone who would glamorize it is leading you down the wrong path. The consequences aren't worth it.

Answer 10

All sin is equal in the eyes of God. My sin is no better than anyone else. WE have all sinned. There is no sin that grace and Gods love can not cover. We as Christians can not say the homosexual is a bigger sinner than any one else. That is like saying "your sin is abominalble, mine is just cute and cuddly".