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The Bible says a lot of things... you know that. I'm not Christian either (or gay), but Jesus' teachings in the purest sense is that God loves thosethat treat others with kindness and respect. Gay people aren't hurting anyone, they are a great part of society and an example of our freedom to expressourselves. I guess it depends if you think homosexuality is a choice... I personally believe that it is not something you can turn on or off, so I believe thatJesus would accept you as gay. This is 2010, not 10 A.D.... should we go with the Bible's remarks about animal sacrifice and foreskin removal as well?
I think you're missing the point. To simply "pick and choose" parts of the bible to fit today's lifestyle (2010) only further shows theoutdated nature of Christianity itself. If you choose to believe that gays are accepted within Christianity just because society finally accepts them you aremerely shaping Christianity to work for you. Upon doing so, you are no longer a Christian, simple as that.
The point is that religion, while disguised behind its all accepting nature cannot divorce itself from its past filled with discrimination, hatred, andviolence. Just because certain parts of Christianity (and other religions as well) are outdated today, does not allow the religious to choose those maximswhich correspond to their lifestyles while still labeling themselves Christian.
I think you're missing the point. To simply "pick and choose" parts of the bible to fit today's lifestyle (2010) only further shows theoutdated nature of Christianity itself. If you choose to believe that gays are accepted within Christianity just because society finally accepts them you aremerely shaping Christianity to work for you. Upon doing so, you are no longer a Christian, simple as that.
The point is that religion, while disguised behind its all accepting nature cannot divorce itself from its past filled with discrimination, hatred, andviolence. Just because certain parts of Christianity (and other religions as well) are outdated today, does not allow the religious to choose those maximswhich correspond to their lifestyles while still labeling themselves Christian.