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People have always had questions about sex and sexuality, and the Bible gives some powerful answers to many of those questions. When Jesus was asked about divorce and remarriage, for example, He pointed back to the very beginning, to God ’s design for humanity at creation. He talked to people about the way things were supposed to be, the way God intended before man disobeyed Him. MALE AND FEMALE Jesus first reminded his followers that God made us in His own image, male and female. Our masculinity or femininity reflects something of God’s character. Justice and mercy. Strength and beauty. Initiative and response. These complementary qualities show us something about who God is. The male body and the female body show us that we are complementary, made for another. But being a man or a woman isn’t just about biology. It’s also about the masculine or feminine characteristics that are part of our personality, part of our very soul, and made visible in our bodies. It’s very p

“There is nothing wrong with living a gay lifestyle. In fact, if you repress who you are, you will never live a happy, fulfilled life. Be true to yourself!” This is the overwhelming message of society regarding homosexuality. Mark Yarhouse  refers to this as “the gay script,” the blueprint for how homosexuals are to live. “Embrace who you are,” a swelling number shout, “and you will find happiness!” I disagree, but I must confess that there is a part of me that finds this script appealing. As long as I can remember, I have experienced exclusive same-sex attraction ( SSA ). Despite counseling and countless prayers, God has not seen fit to change my orientation. So, if I am honest with myself, I would like the freedom to act on what seems to be basic and natural desires for intimacy, companionship, and love. After all, many of my straight friends find fulfillment and joy in finding a mate — why shouldn’t I? More Than Prohibitions Many Christians answer this question by appealing to t

Homosexual Marriage is a purely sentimental claim. It is not rational. There is no more reason for the state to bless the romantic relationships of couples who cannot unite sexually than there is for it to bless the affection of two sisters.  In a sane world marriage law would discriminate against both. Related articles NC Methodist church in the national spotlight for changing marriage policies (charlotte.news14.com) Same-sex marriage debate (examiner.com) New Zealand races full speed for immoral homosexual marriage (gaychristianbeliever.blogspot.com) NZ's homosexual immoral marriage debate fails to identify key issues (gaychristianbeliever.blogspot.com) Minister Av "Relationships and Dating in the Bible' (praisedc.com) Winston-Salem church to stop marrying heterosexual couples in protest (myfox8.com) GOP: We've been lying all along (salon.com) Marriage law 'will offer hope' (stuff.co.nz) Four lessons from Steubenville (salon.com)

Minneapolis, MN , October 29, 2012 ( LifeSiteNews ) – They used to call them “swingers.”  Not anymore.  These days, like most “alternative lifestyle” groups, they’ve adopted a new, more clinical-sounding description – polyamorist – and incorporated it into the names of a small but growing number of advocacy and social networking organizations.  As the battle over the true definition of marriage heats up nationwide, they want a place on the front line. Polyamorists now want a seat at the table of "equality" and "tolerance." “ Polyamorist ” means “lover of many,” and it’s exactly what it sounds like.  Polyamorists maintain more than one sexual relationship at a time, with the full consent and knowledge of all partners.  Some are married to one partner but maintain a rotating stable of lovers.  Others join together in more lasting unions between multiple partners – for example, a threesome or foursome (which they call ‘triads’ and ‘quads,’) wherein all part

English: A young woman and man embracing while outdoors. (Photo credit: Wikipedia ) From Isolation to Relationship to Intimacy by Alan Medinger Homosexuality is a relationship problem. Our relationship with Jesus Christ comes first in our healing, but close behind it comes our need to learn to relate to other same-sex people in healthy ways. We must identify the obstacles that have kept us from healthy relationships, and learn to distinguish between friendships and intimate relationships. Then we must realize how we need them both. If Dr. Bill Consiglio is right, and homosexuality often starts with low self-esteem, then it is likely that many homosexual people, because they believe there is little about them that is either interesting or desirable to others, are likely to be isolated people . If Elizabeth Moberly is right and a critical element in the development of homosexuality is withdrawal from the same-sex parent -- what she calls defensive detachment -- then many homos

Araucanian (Mapuche) husband and wife. Español: Marido y mujer Mapuche (Araucana) (Photo credit: Wikipedia ) Old movies husband and wife (Photo credit: Wikipedia ) Marriage Day (Photo credit: Fikra ) Wife And Husband (Photo credit: Wikipedia ) People have always had questions about sex and sexuality, and the  Bible  gives some powerful answers to many of those questions. When  Jesus  was asked about divorce and remarriage, for example, He pointed back to the very beginning, to  God ’s design for humanity at creation. He talked to people about the way things were supposed to be, the way God intended before man disobeyed Him. MALE AND FEMALE Jesus first reminded his followers that God made us in His own image,  male  and  female . Our  masculinity  or  femininity  reflects something of God’s character. Justice and mercy. Strength and beauty. Initiative and response. These complementary qualities show us something about who God is. The male body and the female body show us that we

Image via Wikipedia "Homosexuality & the Bible" booklet (Photo credit: Fellowship of Reconciliation ) Image via Wikipedia Being sexually attracted to the same sex is one of the most difficult struggles a person can experience. But don’t allow the presence of same-sex attractions mislead you into thinking that you are “gay.” Same-sex attractions are a sign of a deep hunger and a profound confusion within you. While biological predispositions may contribute to any unwanted struggle, same-sex attractions are probably not something you were born with nor did you choose to have them. There are other reasons you are sexually attracted to men. It is more likely that you are confused by significant relationships and events in your life (some of which you may not even be aware of) that have caused you to have sexual attractions for men. We know from listening to countless stories that same-sex attractions are largely the result of an unmet hunger (perceived or real) for lov

Image via Wikipedia Being sexually attracted to the same sex is one of the most difficult struggles a person can experience. But don’t allow the presence of same-sex attractions mislead you into thinking that you are “gay.” Same-sex attractions are a sign of a deep hunger and a profound confusion within you. While biological predispositions may contribute to any unwanted struggle, same-sex attractions are probably not something you were born with nor did you choose to have them. There are other reasons you are sexually attracted to men. It is more likely that you are confused by significant relationships and events in your life (some of which you may not even be aware of) that have caused you to have sexual attractions for men. We know from listening to countless stories that same-sex attractions are largely the result of an unmet hunger (perceived or real) for love, connection, and identification with the same sex, particularly with one’s father or a close father figure. This h

Image via Wikipedia The defenders of marriage should take advantage of what is known about same-sex attraction ( SSA ), because those promoting the redefinition of marriage have manipulated public opinion by distorting the facts and research. The five main distortions are: 1)      Persons with SSA are born that way. 2)      Persons with SSA can’t change. 3)      Persons with SSA are just as healthy as persons in husband/wife marriages. 4)      Same-sex relationships are just like husband/wife marriages except for the sex of the partners. 5)      Children acquired by persons in same-sex relationships don’t have excess problems. There are numerous studies refuting the first two points and no credible studies supporting either. There are numerous well-designed large studies which have found that persons with SSA are far more likely that married men and women to suffer from: Psychological disorders Sexual additions and paraphilias Suicidal ideation and attempts Substance abuse and