These little talks are aptly titled “Something to think about…….”
Today we truly have “something to think about” with the thorny issue of “Same – Sex Marriage” being defined by the highest court in our land. The reaction has been predictable – a big split!
For one side it is recognition of their rights and the ability to enter into a contract that has wide ranging implications.
On the other as evidenced by the thoughtful words of two ministers on the front page of Monday’s Gazette these actions represent nothing less than sin.
One pastor said “I really pray for them; my church prays for them. It’s not any different from any other sin,”
It’s hard not to conclude is he is judging these people and their actions.
Yet, when I open my Bible it says “Do not judge others…….”
Equally confusing for me is the popular question “What would Jesus do?”
Jesus dealings with sinners were often different than we might have thought.
In Jude it says about sinners “And on some have compassion, making a distinction….”
This is a topic about which I will not offer an opinion choosing to not judge anyone.
I believe God is love and God loves all people. Where that leaves this discussion is truly “Something to Think About!
