my Christian takes (to fellow christians)

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... Read moreIn today's diverse society, discussions around Christianity are increasingly nuanced. First, the topic of baptism often arises in conversations about salvation. Many believe it is essential, yet the Bible suggests exceptions. For instance, the thief on the cross was promised paradise without baptism, raising the question of fairness in God's grace. Additionally, the spectrum of LGBTQ+ inclusion within Christianity is a pressing issue. It's vital to understand that being part of the LGBTQ+ community and practicing Christianity can coexist, provided there is a pursuit of personal growth. The criticism of Christians as hypocritical is common, illustrating the struggle many have with the perceived moral high ground. This perception is amplified when discussing judgment, as Christians are often seen as more critical than non-religious individuals. On the contrary, many Christians are quick to recognize their own flaws and seek to embody kindness and understanding. The essence of Christianity should focus on love, compassion, and embracing individuals regardless of their background. Furthermore, discussions around the intent behind our actions, including how we dress and present ourselves, invite deeper reflections on morality versus societal pressures. Ultimately, fostering open dialogue and sharing personal understandings can enhance the relationships among Christians and within wider society. Let this be an opportunity for connection, growth, and deeper exploration of faith. As Christians, we must approach our beliefs with humility and an open heart, recognizing that everyone's path to understanding is unique. Let's engage in thoughtful conversations that bridge gaps and encourage spiritual growth.

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Being lgbtq+ doesn’t separate you from gods love. Christianity is about faith in Christ, living in love, and trusting God’s grace-— not about conforming to a narrow identity. God made each of us intentionally, and that includes LGBTQ people. Even some bible verses say so Like in roamans 8:38-39 “For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers… nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.” Galatians 3:28 “There is neither Jew nor Greek, slave nor free, male nor female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus.” There’s also jhon 4:7-8 (This isn’t hate it’s just my opinion) You can have your own personaly I have a girlfriend and she’s the love of my life, am I also female yea but that’s not going to make god stop loving me <3

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Longtime Christian here. Lots of professional Bible scholars studying the original Greek and Hebrew texts agree that the texts used against gay people are not actually meant to criticize homosexuality as a sexual orientation. You’ll be surprised at the amount. The word homosexuality wasn’t even in the Bible until it was wrongly translated into it in 1946. There’s a whole documentary about it, also called 1946 (can be found https://www.1946themovie.com/.) Please read some scholars explanations of these verses in their proper cultural context. I found Unclobber by Colby Martin and Holy Love by Steve Harper particularly easy to understand. If you don’t have time for that this will give you a quick run down. https://www.hrc.org/resources/what-does-the-bible-say-about-homosexuality Not doing proper exegesis is super damaging to your understanding of Scripture and God’s messages for you. I wish you all the best and please take the Bible seriously as a holy text that is centuries old and has cultural and historical ties you can’t simply not learn if you want to understand it fully.

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