Is it normal to become christian, and still be gay???

Different groups of Christians cling to different passages from the bible for guidance on how to live. The bible is an incomplete compilation of texts written by man, inspired by their belief in what God wanted. I sincerely doubt god wants anyone to hate their brother/sister because of who they are. Don't use the bible to justify your intolerance for what you don't understand.

Anyone out their still cling to the following passage: You may also purchase (as slaves) the children of resident foreigners (Leviticus 25:44-46)

I think god made homosexuals as a way to keep population control in check.

Gawd.
It disgusts me when people toss out bible references to condemn gays.
I hope those women who do so also exile themselves to a tent while on their period...because whatever they touch or sit or lay upon is unclean.
Leviticus is a joke.

I'm an atheist, we humans like to think up explanations for things, so god was one of them, the only reason that the part about gays is there is because homosexuality was HIGHLY frowned upon in that time period, don't let Christianity tell you who to be, use religion to give you hope, not make you feel uncomfortable about who you are. P.S please don't look down on me because I'm an atheist, atleast I wasn't talking down on your beliefs so respect mine

i am christian and gay

jesus never spoke of gay sex

all those rules were hebrew laws and while jesus himself was jewish. the religion that grew up around him picks and chooses which of those laws it values and disregards the rest.

its either GODS WORD or its not.

jesus is my god and he said one thing above all else

Do for (unto) others as you would have others do for you

ok dont listen to what others say ,i personally think its ok to be Christian and gay because god (if he exists )in my point if view loves everyone i mean dont listen to all those ppl saying shit like ''o no god created you in his image '' well u know what if he really did then y do some come out mentally challenged? and how come some come out as a hermaphrodite

Sounds like many people are sincere on here and many are just very judgmental. I would like to invite you to a facebook site called Disciples For Christ, there are a lot of caring and non judgmental people there. I really hope you decide to check it out. No matter what, know that God loves YOU!

Excellent comment maskedgunman. Thats how i feel too.

Hon, embrace it. You can't live in a Christian church if you can't hold your head high! My suggestion is to figure out what it means to you. Which one means more to you? I don't think it's a choice.

Cant 'Ladyluck31' just say Adam and Steve not Adam and Adam?! ;) anyway....does anyone else not think that you can be Christian and be gay...but you have to remain celibate?

@wilsonranch1 you are exactly right. I have my own belief and understanding, just wanted to see where others stood on the issue. Thanks everybody for your opinions.

The only way you will change is by the power of the Holy Spirit. Because what God changes stays changed. romans 12:2 says be transformed by the renewing of your mind. you are transformed(greek metamorphoo, which is where we get metamorphisis) by the Holy Spirit. In 2 Corinthinans 3:18 we find that being transformed happens by beholding the glory of CHRIST. but to know all this you must first know and be secure in your position in and through Christ. The Father sees you as perfect because of Christ. So approach His throne boldy and ask Him to GIVE YOU the desires of your heart. and when you rely on Him and Him alone then you will change.

God loves everybody... But that doesn't mean that he approves of all that we do.

The original philosophy behind Christianity was to love thy neighbor. Think on it.

I'm not gay, I'm just a growing Christian who wants to understand other people. Gay people say it isn't a choice, so how do they change it???

To "be" gay? Yes. To continue to actually practice homosexuality? Consult Romans 1:26-27 and 1Corinthians 1:9-10 about that. Read the Bible for yourself, and do not listen to moronic sinners claiming to know what is and is not acceptable to God. Paul warned us about the wolves.

The truth is a single grain of sand in a beach of lies. Search diligently. Pray.

It's cute you guys think you can be gay and also go to heaven. Let me know how that goes for you. I'll see you in hell.

I'm a girl but I'm Christian and bisexual. It actually is not as uncommon as you think. You don't have to not be gay to be Christian. You are probably thinking of Catholics they hate gay people and do a lot of stupid things... Most Christians don't. In fact some Christian denominations have gay/lesbian ministers... I believe it's called episcopalian... I'm not sure... They welcome gay people to be Christian. Anyway in the bible it also says that you are not allowed to eat shellfish or fruit that was picked before it's ripe...it says that right around the part about not being gay.., Leviticus it think... These rules were written for the time... It was because the bible was encouraging Christians to procreate (have babies) to spread Christianity... Today Christianity is well established and we also have overpopulation... Don't listen to haters. There will always be some... But it is normal to be gay and Christian.

In my opinion, the ONLY way you can go to Heaven is
i) accept Jesus as your SAVIOUR
ii) know that you're a sinner
iii) Through Jesus is the ONLY way you can be saved.

Sure, being gay is considered a 'sin'. But so is lying, stealing, lusting...etc. We're human; we can't help but do anything about it.

So long as you accept Jesus as your saviour, being gay is fine. Better a Christan gay than a non-Christian gay right?

You can't stop being gay. You either are or you aren't, it's as simple as that. Unless you're bisexual...but even that's simple! But seriously, don't trust those "camps" that claim to turn gay people straight. The people who go to those camps are scared as shit, and are easily brainwashed to believe that they are straight when they leave. You can't turn yourself back to being straight. And I fucking hate those Bible-thumpers that quote that damn Leviticus verse (and yet they always conveniently "forget" that they should be stoning their misbehaved child) You can certainly live a Christian life and be gay! There are lots of LGBT-friendly churches. The important teachings of Christianity are basically shit anyone with morals does: treat other people with respect, be a giving person, and be selfless. You can do all those things and be gay!

Can't*

Excellent post. Did a tiny bit of research on this years ago and was saddened by the implications of what I understood of the responses from some very highly respected voices in the faith. James Dobson, if I remember correctly, indicated this disposition would most likely be a burden and a struggle one would carry their entire life. Not that God was unable to remove this, but it did seem the exception those cases where an individual experienced deliverance from this. He indicated at that time (this was 20+ years ago) that there were a few programs that attempted to help people overcome this, but it appeared success (true change) was not too great. Of course, there were many cases where people reported deliverance from this, and to God be the glory, but again, this was not the norm.

I get the impression you are not really asking the right/wrong of this from the biblical perspective. You appear to have beliefs based on your reading of scripture that homosexuality is wrong. Perhaps I am reading into your post but if I am correct, I also agree with this. It is true that there are many denominations that have accepted openly gay members even allowing them to serve as leaders. I have met many wonderful, openly gay individuals. Many of these, I am sure are wiser and better educated than I (many times over I am sure!) I can only say against these that in my humble and unlearned opinion, scripture does not support this lifestyle.

I do hope God himself will give you peace and deliverance on this. Best wishes.

If god doesn't make mistakes then why do people with Down Syndrome have an extra chromosome?

Excellent comment rockhead....