Lauren Daigle - the Bible and the sin of homosexuality
Once again, the Christian world is abuzz with controversy over the Bible and homosexual practice, as if this was a difficult or ambiguous subject. To the contrary, the Scriptures are totally clear: homosexual practice is sinful in God’s sight, but it is not the unforgivable sin. Here’s a brief primer, along with some helpful resources. A Dozen Quick Facts 1) Every single reference to homosexual practice in the Bible is categorically negative. 2) There is not one positive reference to homosexual practice in the Bible nor one positive example of a homosexual relationship. 3) There is not one single archeological or textual or linguistic discovery that has been made in the last 50 or 100 years that would alter our understanding of the Bible and homosexuality. 4) When Moses condemned homosexual practice, it was not for Israel alone (in contrast, say, with the food laws). Instead, it was unlawful for the Israelites because it was unlawful for all. 5) Although Jesus did not need to clari