I don’t think Christian bakers should have to conceal their reasons like that. But, I suppose that doing so would avoid much of these controversies...
“I’m sorry, we already have a number of wedding cakes ordered for that weekend, and don’t have the capacity to bake another. I’m sure you wouldn’t want a rushed cake - why don’t you call [name of another baker] and see if they have availability?”
RE: I don’t think Christian bakers should have to conceal their reasons like that.
Me too. But given the fascist nature of those who would want to destroy their businesses, and if they want to avoid any publicity or controversy, they might have to learn from these Muslims.
However, saying: “I’m sorry, we already have a number of wedding cakes ordered for that weekend” when it isn’t true won’t give you an escape route.
A dodged gay person can always investigate whether or not what you say is true if they know that you are a devout Christian and wishes to target you.
The Memories Pizza shop is a good example. The reporter who interviewed the young lady KNEW that the owner was a church going Christian, and DELIBERATELY targeted the place to cause controversy and outrage.
COURAGE is what is needed and Christians of all stripes and people who value freedom should be willing to stand up to the fascist gays of this world and say “enough is enough”.