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Gay Christians
I didn't realize this was an argument within the true church.
and SoaringEagle said:So you don't consider Anglicans part of the true church? This is a huge issue within Anglicanism/Episcopalianism. Within the mainline and Evangelical denominations there are many gays who claim to be followers of Jesus. How do we deal with them in a Christ-like manner? Is homosexuality a worse sin than, say, alcoholism or porn addiction? Do we exclude gays? Include them? Don't ask, don't tell? Many churches are wrestling with these questions.
We deal with them in the same way we deal with gluttonous Christians who have eating disorders, and I'm telling you, their situation is just as complicated as the homosexual. Show them unconditional love and acceptance while present Christ as Lord, Deliverer, Healer, and Restorer through the teaching of the word in a living and dynamic way, and allow them the space to grow. That's how we deal with them. Wink