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To: Theo

How does one treat this?


16 posted on 12/12/2006 6:18:05 PM PST by merry10
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To: merry10

I've never had experience treating this kind of problem, but centers do exists for such a thing, just as their are counseling centers and hospitals. Many who suffer from same-sex attraction are helped out of that lifestyle through the help of such places. I imagine Exodus International has information on this.


22 posted on 12/12/2006 6:48:49 PM PST by Theo (Global warming "scientists." Pro-evolution "scientists." They're both wrong.)
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To: merry10
How does one treat this?

It starts with the individual surrendering to the power of the living God, or the Holy Spirit, in faith that a force greater than the self can achieve what the individual cannot. The person may work with a pastor, therapist or counselor who is trained to support people struggling with these issues, or he or she may rely on some combination of prayer, scripture study, workshops, journaling or various other approaches. Release and healing may take years and thus it requires patience, and friends who are supportive in faith that God is still working miracles to this day.

36 posted on 12/12/2006 7:29:32 PM PST by Albion Wilde (...where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom. -2 Cor 3:17)
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To: merry10
How does one treat this?

A very good question. Overcoming same-sex desires is no easy road but it is indeed possible. Below are some links where homosexuals can get help leaving the lifestyle.

BTW, we have ex-gays on FreeRepublic.

 
Abiding Truth  
    Becoming Real  
    Choice 4 Truth  
    Christians No Longer Gay Living For God  
    Courage  
    Courage Online  
    Desert Stream  
    Eagles Wings Ministry  
    Evergreen  
    Exodus  
    Find Out  
    Gay to Straight  
    Help for Jewish Homosexuals That is Consistent with Torah Principles  
    Homosexuality and Gender  
    JONAH  
    Living Hope  
    Living Stones Ministries  
    Love Won Out  
    Matthew Manning  
    NARTH  
    National Listing of Help  
    New Hope Ministries  
    One By One  
    Parents and Friends of Ex-Gays and Gays  
    People Can Change  
    Portland Fellowship  
    Positive Alternatives to Homosexuality  
    Realty Resources  
    Stephen Bennett Ministries  
    Transforming Congregations  
    Witness Ministries  

51 posted on 12/13/2006 6:49:38 AM PST by scripter ("If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone." Romans 12:18)
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