Why no Christian should attend a "gay wedding"

LifeSiteNews ^ | 7-31-17 | Lifesitenews.com

[ReformationFan]

July 31, 2017 (LifeSiteNews) — This article is intended for anyone contemplating buckling under to the pressure of the radical homosexual agenda by either participating as a vendor (e.g. wedding cake baker, florist, photographer) or as an attendee at a same-sex "marriage" ceremony. From the vantage point of Holy Scripture, this is a no brainer. Multiple books in both the Old and New Testaments condemn homosexual behavior as gravely sinful.

Even more to the point, the Bible is very clear that true marriage is a sacred union between one man and one woman. This begins with Genesis in which man and woman are together created in the image and likeness of God (Genesis 1:27). The Old Testament goes on to liken the relationship between God and Israel to the relationship between a husband and wife (Isaiah 62:5). And the New Testament analogizes the relationship between Christ and His Church to the relationship between a husband and wife (2 Corinthians 11:2).

Our Lord began his public ministry by performing a miracle at the wedding feast of Cana (John 2:1-12). And He was clear in affirming that marriage is the union of a man and a woman (Ephesians 5:31). Since homosexuality is considered a grave sin and marriage a sacred union, the concept of same-sex marriage is a sacrilege. It seeks to profane that which is holy. When a same-sex couple stands before someone acting in an official capacity and repeats words that mimic marriage vows, they are, in a very real sense, openly defying God. Their alleged public profession of their "marital" relationship is the equivalent of their publicly shaking their fist at God. And, all those present are, in effect, cheering them on in their act of sacrilege.

Based on the foregoing, all authentic Christians are called to stand up for the Truth of marriage. In doing so, they will be standing up for our Lord who is the Way, the Truth and the Life (John 14:6). Our Lord has promised that He will acknowledge before His Father those who stand up for Him, but not acknowledge those that deny Him (Matthew 10:32). Those that neither know or love our Lord will not understand this message because they are in darkness. Those that know and love our Lord will understand and heed this message because they are in the light. The darkness will not overcome the light (John 1:5).

One can call themselves a supporter of same-sex "marriage. And one can call themselves a Christian. But one cannot honestly call themselves both. This issue has caused, and will continue to cause, much conflict and consternation in our society. This is exactly what our Lord was talking about when He said that He came to bring not peace but division (Luke 12:51). The lines have never been more clearly drawn. There is no middle ground. The only question for anyone who calls themselves a "Christian" is on which side of the divide they will rise or fall.

[Bob434]

well put-

[Salvation]

**One can call themselves a supporter of same-sex "marriage. And one can call themselves a Christian. But one cannot honestly call themselves both.**

[SoConPubbie]

If Jesus showed up right now he wouldn’t be Christian. I think it is very UNCHRISTIAN to think that you should not attend to support a family member or friend. Who is the “JUDGE” on “JUDGEMENT DAY”??? That’s exactly what’s wrong with these born again hypocrites.

Except that God, Jesus's Father and Jesus's Apostles all proclaimed Homosexuality sinful, in fact, in the Old Testament, it was given the death penalty.

Furthermore, if we are going to follow the commands that Jesus proclaimed concerning rebuking sin, we are to 1.) talk to the person in private first, 2.) If the person does not listen, take two or others with you and attempt to convince the person sinning of his/her sin and if the person still refuses to correct their behavior, 3.) publicly rebuke the person in the company of the church, and finally, if they do not listen then, have nothing to do with that person.

These were the words of Jesus in the New Testament.

Sadly, sometimes are "understanding" of what it means to be a Christian or act like a "Christian" is based in our human understanding and emotion, instead of the commands of God and his Son, Jesus Christ.

[Jane Long]

Amen.

[Bodleian_Girl]

Tell us about it.

[SoConPubbie]

Leviticus 18:22 - Thou shalt not lie with mankind, as with womankind: it [is] abomination.

Leviticus 20:13 - If a man also lie with mankind, as he lieth with a woman, both of them have committed an abomination: they shall surely be put to death; their blood [shall be] upon them.

Mark 10:6-9 - But from the beginning of the creation God made them male and female.

Romans 1:26-28 - For this cause God gave them up unto vile affections: for even their women did change the natural use into that which is against nature:

Romans 1:27 - And likewise also the men, leaving the natural use of the woman, burned in their lust one toward another; men with men working that which is unseemly, and receiving in themselves that recompence of their error which was meet.

Romans 1:32 - Who knowing the judgment of God, that they which commit such things are worthy of death, not only do the same, but have pleasure in them that do them.

1 Corinthians 6:9-11 - Know ye not that the unrighteous shall not inherit the kingdom of God? Be not deceived: neither fornicators, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor effeminate, nor abusers of themselves with mankind,

1 Timothy 1:9-11 - Knowing this, that the law is not made for a righteous man, but for the lawless and disobedient, for the ungodly and for sinners, for unholy and profane, for murderers of fathers and murderers of mothers, for manslayers, For whoremongers, for them that defile themselves with mankind, for menstealers, for liars, for perjured persons, and if there be any other thing that is contrary to sound doctrine;

Jude 1:7 - Even as Sodom and Gomorrha, and the cities about them in like manner, giving themselves over to fornication, and going after strange flesh, are set forth for an example, suffering the vengeance of eternal fire.

[Bodleian_Girl]

I thought you meant more concubines in the New Testament.

[SoConPubbie]

I thought you meant more concubines in the New Testament.

Somehow, after reading that post, the commandment "Don't cast your pearls before swine" comes to mind.

[liberalism is suicide]

Aren’t you judging people as hypocrites with whom you disagree? People too often take certain Scriptures on judging out of context. Jesus said in John 7:24 “Do not judge according to appearance, but judge with righteous judgment.” So we are not forbidden to make moral judgments. If we were then why be concerned with right and wrong at all?

[napscoordinator]

I highly doubt many have been invited to a gay wedding. Only a small percentage of the 2 percent even get married so I think we all are safe from that. Now in 20 years? I don’t know. It is possible that it is not even be advertised like each and every one of them are today. I can’t imagine my family going to a gay wedding.

[napscoordinator]

And yet Magic Johnson is going on 35 years so not sure that is the case anymore.

[napscoordinator]

lol. You have got to be kidding. Polygamy involves children. That is even WORSE then gay marriage.

[napscoordinator]

Man your wife gets no sex at all I presume. Sex is messy period.

[Bodleian_Girl]

I thought we were discussing if the Bible says concubines are ok.

I think that in the times we are in now, and going by the New Testament, concubines are not sanctioned by God.

THAT was my point.

[Bodleian_Girl]

It’s not just AIDS.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gay_bowel_syndrome

[metmom]

If Jesus showed up right now he wouldn’t be Christian. I think it is very UNCHRISTIAN to think that you should not attend to support a family member or friend.

Your opinion is duly noted and based on what?

Who is the “JUDGE” on “JUDGEMENT DAY”??? That’s exactly what’s wrong with these born again hypocrites.

How, exactly, is standing up for what you believe *hypocritical*?

FWIW, we are called to judge with RIGHTEOUS judgment.

Sin is sin and participating in or attending a homosexual *wedding* shows that you condone it.

[JockoManning]

IIRC, Jeremiah noted that the greatest sin of Sodom & Gomorrah was pride. There’s plenty of that in the pulpits and pews Sonday morning. And there’s plenty of it on this thread. Christ also repeatedly noted that God looks on the heart. God means what He says about sin. There’s just plenty of a long list of sins on the part of those with long pointy fingers and smug, haughty looks pontificating on this topic.

[JockoManning]

It might merely show that you love the individuals involved—who already know your fierce Biblical stand on their behaviors and choices. Myself—I’d take it prayerfully on a case by case basis. Probably many, I’d not attend.

[JockoManning]

imho, we do well to remember in virtually all cases, such are people for whom Christ, Yeshua died. And, HE was strongly present with the prostitutes and other outcasts, drawing them to Himself. Homosexuality is a complex pathology and sin. It is extremely difficult to overcome short of a miracle. I suspect that most rock throwers, if faced with such a tenacious addiction would throw in the towel and give up, too. Compassion and kindness are routinely in order for the true Christian.

[JockoManning]

And the law and the prophets are summed up in Love God first, foremost, wholly and your neighbor as yourself. Also, Do unto others as you’d have them do unto you. Get back to me about avoiding gay marriages after you’ve mastered those orders of Yeshua.