Will the gay debate tear the church apart?
Did you catch Larry King Live on CNN tonight? They were discussing whether or not gay and lesbians should be ordained as clergy as well as discussing different positions on the subject. I tried to call in for an hour and was unable to get through . . . so here’s my response to the gay & lesbian issue:
Jeremiah 17:9 says “The heart is deceitful above all things and beyond cure. Who can understand it?”
Several Homosexual ministers stated that they loved God and were listening and following the Spirit of God. But because the “Spirit” was sanctioning a lifestyle that is clearly unscriptural, I believe their own hearts were leading them astray.
The matter of homosexuality as well as any other sin is a heart matter. Can a person be born gay? Possibly, the sinful nature can affect people in many different ways. That doesn’t mean it’s OK.
Jesus said Matt 15:19-20 “Out of the heart come evil thoughts, murder, adultery, sexual immorality, theft, false testimony, slander. These are what make a man 'unclean'; but eating with unwashed hands does not make him 'unclean.” (Matt 15:19-20)
In Acts 15 as Peter spoke to the Council of Jerusalem in regards to the Gentiles receiving the Spirit of God he said, “He made no distinction between us and them, for he purified their hearts by faith.” (Acts 15:9)
So what happens when a heart has been purified? Out of the heart will come pure thoughts, a holy life, a life that honors God and obeys his word.
The Spirit of God will not lead anyone into a lifestyle that contradicts His word. The word must be our standard, not what we think or feel.
As far as gays go . . . I wish they wouldn’t be so offended by my position. I am all for giving gays their space. However, when it comes to the Word of God, He has spoken.
Feel free to comment . . . challenge . . . throw rocks . . .etc . . .
Jeremiah 17:9 says “The heart is deceitful above all things and beyond cure. Who can understand it?”
Several Homosexual ministers stated that they loved God and were listening and following the Spirit of God. But because the “Spirit” was sanctioning a lifestyle that is clearly unscriptural, I believe their own hearts were leading them astray.
The matter of homosexuality as well as any other sin is a heart matter. Can a person be born gay? Possibly, the sinful nature can affect people in many different ways. That doesn’t mean it’s OK.
Jesus said Matt 15:19-20 “Out of the heart come evil thoughts, murder, adultery, sexual immorality, theft, false testimony, slander. These are what make a man 'unclean'; but eating with unwashed hands does not make him 'unclean.” (Matt 15:19-20)
In Acts 15 as Peter spoke to the Council of Jerusalem in regards to the Gentiles receiving the Spirit of God he said, “He made no distinction between us and them, for he purified their hearts by faith.” (Acts 15:9)
So what happens when a heart has been purified? Out of the heart will come pure thoughts, a holy life, a life that honors God and obeys his word.
The Spirit of God will not lead anyone into a lifestyle that contradicts His word. The word must be our standard, not what we think or feel.
As far as gays go . . . I wish they wouldn’t be so offended by my position. I am all for giving gays their space. However, when it comes to the Word of God, He has spoken.
Feel free to comment . . . challenge . . . throw rocks . . .etc . . .
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