Being gay being christian

This may not be a huge surprise, but we receive A LOT of questions via email, social media, and in person on Tuesdays. What kind of questions? Well, anything from, Should I get back together with my boyfriend or girlfriend? I am a Christian and have struggled with same sex attraction since childhood.

I would not wish it on anyone. I want the chance to love and have someone love me back. People will tell you all you need is Jesus… but they have a spouse and are enjoying sexual pleasure. I know God is God and His way is right. A lot of churches know what the Bible says about same-sex relationships, but have very little knowledge of how to help people.

LGBT Issues and the Church: Problems With a ‘Gay Christian’ Identity

That only pushes people away from God, making them think that God does not love them. I think a lot of gay people feel that being people could not possibly understand what a struggle it is because they have not had to endure it. Hey friend, thank you for sharing your story with me. I can only imagine how hard it must be.

I may not be able to fully understand the struggle you face, but I know that God understands, sees, and empathizes with you Psalm Even secular studies recognize the negative consequences that practicing homosexuality gay to—see data at end of article. Having temptations related to homosexuality is not sin, but acting on those desires is sin.

This goes for any sin like pride or anger, not just homosexuality. We all have different struggles, and some are more difficult to endure than others. It may be really hard to believe, but because of the gospel, God truly is enough Psalm And as a married man, I can assure you that marriage is not enough.

It's not enough to satisfy anyone or bring the kind of joy that comes from Christ alone. The truth is, you have it harder than I do. Let me ask you, are you plugged into a local christian body? If not, this is your best next step. Get being into a local church and seek out biblical community.

You need other believers to pray with you, encourage you with scripture, and hold you accountable in all areas of life. I would lean heavily on the counsel of your community and church as you walk with Jesus while navigating your struggles. My prayer is that this will strengthen you and bring you closer to Him.

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