Homosexuality and Religion
My marriage ended and I finally came out, thinking that my struggle was over but it had only just begun. When I finally admitted to myself that I was a lesbian I struggled with the religion side of that. Growing up and being Baptist you were always taught that homosexuality was wrong. I thought how could I go against God's word. I felt that my soul was destined for Hell. At the same time I didn't want to be alone and for once wanted to find that special someone to share my life and finally be truly happy. I turned for answers, emailing many pastors and asking for advice. All I was ever told in return was to repent and pray and God will take those sinful feelings away. I did pray many nights, crying and begging for God to just take away these feelings I had. The feelings never went away. During this time I had a dream about my step dad. He came to me and told me that God loved me and that everything was going to be ok. That morning when I awoke I had peace within me about who I was. I know God loves me.
I don't attend church services, not because I don't want to, but because I know that if word got out about my sexuality I will be shunned against. Many feel that being gay/lesbian is a choice but I feel it's not. Why would someone choose to live this life and be an outcast in today's society? I know that I can live this life and still have the bond and faith in God and no one will convince me otherwise. I also know in my heart I am a good person, no matter what some may think, and when I die I will be standing at Heaven's gates.
For those of you today still living a lie and find it hard to come out. Just know that no matter what others may say and think, that God does love you. Find that happiness and make peace with it and start living your life.
Published by Dawn Fuller
I am a single mom of one little boy. I used to love writing back in high school but never stuck with it. This site just seems like a fun and creative way to get back into writing again. View profile
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Post a CommentI have written about Homosexuality in my article discussing in detail that The Church and Organized is not what Christ envisioned! Please read my articles and be conforted in knowing Christ. For his love is unconditional and does not care about who or what you are rather cares about your actions... Were they selfish or Selfless... Good or Bad... That is what matters
It's good advice, to be happy who you are. I think you would do yourself even better to not worry about the mythologies of religion, but that is a personal choice...good article..