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Hello, everyone. I'm new to this forum. Let me tell you a little of my story. I'm a Christian and have been for all of my life. I was raised in a Free-will Baptist household where the Bible was taught and church was regularly attended. I feel so blessed to have been brought up with such a spiritual foundation to get me through the tough challenges in life.
My life has not been easy, and neither have my choices. You see, I am a recovering homosexual. I was once involved in the gay lifestyle when I was very young and rebelious. When I found how lonely and frightening it was to be out of fellowship with God, I renounced the gay lifestyle and rededicated my life to Christ. I still struggle everyday, though God has granted me the grace to endure my burden. Homosexual temptation is the cross that I bear daily. I have had these feelings for as long as I can remember. Contrary to what many believe, I did not coose to have these feelings. However, I have chosen sinful behaviors for which I have repented.
I am currently living alone in purposeful singleness. I don't regret giving up that lifestyle to follow my Lord. Some people tell me that its okay to be gay and Christian, but I can't find justification in scripture. Although God is the most important being in my life, I still feel those desires for human intimacy. I believe God has called me to singleness and, for the most part, I have no problems with spiritual solitude. But, its hard to stear clear of stimuli that triggers those unwanted thoughts and feelings. As you know, we live in a very sexualized culture, and homosexuality is becoming more and more mainstream.
I tend to find myself at odds with everyone. Many conservatives Christians shun me for admitting to having gay feeling. Many liberals condemn me for being "homophobic". I want to witness to other gay and lesbian undividuals and help bring them to Christ. I feel like I'm caught in the middle of two extreems with neither side wanting to engage in productive dialoge.
I would appreciate any thoughts or concerns that any of you might have. I also request prayer for God's guidance and strengh. God bless all of you.
Grace & Peace
My life has not been easy, and neither have my choices. You see, I am a recovering homosexual. I was once involved in the gay lifestyle when I was very young and rebelious. When I found how lonely and frightening it was to be out of fellowship with God, I renounced the gay lifestyle and rededicated my life to Christ. I still struggle everyday, though God has granted me the grace to endure my burden. Homosexual temptation is the cross that I bear daily. I have had these feelings for as long as I can remember. Contrary to what many believe, I did not coose to have these feelings. However, I have chosen sinful behaviors for which I have repented.
I am currently living alone in purposeful singleness. I don't regret giving up that lifestyle to follow my Lord. Some people tell me that its okay to be gay and Christian, but I can't find justification in scripture. Although God is the most important being in my life, I still feel those desires for human intimacy. I believe God has called me to singleness and, for the most part, I have no problems with spiritual solitude. But, its hard to stear clear of stimuli that triggers those unwanted thoughts and feelings. As you know, we live in a very sexualized culture, and homosexuality is becoming more and more mainstream.
I tend to find myself at odds with everyone. Many conservatives Christians shun me for admitting to having gay feeling. Many liberals condemn me for being "homophobic". I want to witness to other gay and lesbian undividuals and help bring them to Christ. I feel like I'm caught in the middle of two extreems with neither side wanting to engage in productive dialoge.
I would appreciate any thoughts or concerns that any of you might have. I also request prayer for God's guidance and strengh. God bless all of you.
Grace & Peace
