tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6319921527453210584.post163232829449633644..comments2023-05-26T07:41:53.109-05:00Comments on Afterthoughts On A Whirlwind Journey: AcceptanceUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger10125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6319921527453210584.post-3817351906721351182011-08-20T17:17:49.777-05:002011-08-20T17:17:49.777-05:00Anonymous,
I like your approach. Thanks for comm...Anonymous,<br /><br />I like your approach. Thanks for commenting.Brendonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18248268499428066786noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6319921527453210584.post-8158213443537502662011-08-08T12:45:02.732-05:002011-08-08T12:45:02.732-05:00As a Christian, I believe we may never know why so...As a Christian, I believe we may never know why some of us have same sex attraction. I have it but I have only several times acted out on those attractions. I found out I don't like sex with men. I am married and like sex with my wife. Yet, I am attracted to guys and love hanging around with male friends. There is more to my person than sex and I don't have to know why I have these attractions. It wasn't my fault, my parents' fault or anyone else's I know of. So, I urge you to accept your feelings and ask God to give you clarity on the matter of "coming out". I never did and I don't regret it. I know someone who did and it makes his life miserable. God has assured me He will never allow me to feel all alone and I count it a privilege to be used by Him, in spite of having same sex attractions. I am who I am, made by the Creator and I rejoice in that. Bless you, young man, with His presence.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6319921527453210584.post-11129149645343772082011-07-30T16:40:16.923-05:002011-07-30T16:40:16.923-05:00Naturgesetz,
It did bother me that I didn't, ...Naturgesetz,<br /><br />It did bother me that I didn't, and felt like I couldn't really, speak up. I wanted to, but I just couldn't figure out a good way to do it without either coming across offensive to them, or without outing myself. So, I just stayed silent. That did bother me some though in itself because I feel like I didn't do the good I could have done.<br /><br />As you said though, it's moments like this that strengthen resolve at other times. Maybe next time something like that happens I won't have such a spirit of timidity in that moment.Brendonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18248268499428066786noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6319921527453210584.post-55713032140071194142011-07-28T23:17:14.989-05:002011-07-28T23:17:14.989-05:00I think AJ draws out the meaning of what you said ...I think AJ draws out the meaning of what you said when you pointed out that they would not reject heterosexuals who are sexually active outside of marriage. Somehow homosexual activity has become the "super sin" in many people's minds.<br /><br />While it might have been good if you could have rebuked them right there and then, most people can't do that. All we can do is try to take advantage of whatever chances we have where we are really in a position to speak up for respect and tolerance. Your chances will come. So don't feel bad for not speaking up while your hair was being cut. There is a time to speak and a time to be silent. This was probably a time to remain silent, but it can strengthen your resolve to speak when it is a time to speak.naturgesetzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15268507379933286863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6319921527453210584.post-39738589479094473732011-07-28T09:14:25.823-05:002011-07-28T09:14:25.823-05:00Wow thanks for sharing this. I too would have been...Wow thanks for sharing this. I too would have been gutted inside hearing this. I dont understand how this is the one thing that bothers Christians and why they treat it like super evil above all else. If only they could understand the pain and confusion those of us with SSA go through all the time then maybe they would show some compassion. Like you said if a sexual active unmarried couple would have come in to the store they would have been welcome with open arms and have been treated friendly. I dont know its all very frustrating at times.AJhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02035254939580576790noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6319921527453210584.post-72399545242799783732011-07-27T23:52:45.275-05:002011-07-27T23:52:45.275-05:00AMBH, thank you for your concern. It does really ...AMBH, thank you for your concern. It does really bother me to hear people say certain things at times, but at this point, I try not to let it bother me so much. The other day was an exception.<br /><br />They were all Christians. And I get that they don't approve of homosexuality. I understand their thoughts about it. But for that to allow them to push away somebody gay and to talk badly about homosexuals, it's just not right at all. They really should guard their words a bit more, and need to reevaluate how they choose to treat people.<br /><br />Again, thank your for your support. I'm sure your son is very lucky to have you for a mom.Brendonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18248268499428066786noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6319921527453210584.post-6640564257496327752011-07-26T22:53:53.876-05:002011-07-26T22:53:53.876-05:00Oh Brandon, I'm so sorry that happened to you....Oh Brandon, I'm so sorry that happened to you. I get so mad when I hear of such things. People have no idea how wicked their tongue can be. and in all actuality it's whats in their heart.<br />Where they christians, do you know?<br />As a mom with a gay son, every time he tells me of a slur or hateful words used towards him, I want to cry.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6319921527453210584.post-70761753523583636492011-07-26T15:32:47.908-05:002011-07-26T15:32:47.908-05:00Daemon, I'm glad to have put a smile on your f...Daemon, I'm glad to have put a smile on your face. Thanks for the words of encouragement, and for thinking I'll be a great teacher.<br /><br />Caleb, thank you, too. Likewise, stay strong. :)Brendonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18248268499428066786noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6319921527453210584.post-80183538028172281402011-07-26T08:46:36.603-05:002011-07-26T08:46:36.603-05:00So sorry for this difficult experience, but your r...So sorry for this difficult experience, but your reflection on it is very wise and encouraging. Stay strong!<br /><br />washed and waiting,<br />CalebCaleb Mhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10538410488883291209noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6319921527453210584.post-10907141384454432262011-07-26T04:28:34.737-05:002011-07-26T04:28:34.737-05:00Brandon,
This eloquent and sincere post struck a ...Brandon,<br /><br />This eloquent and sincere post struck a chord with me and helped me start my new day with a smile on my face.<br /><br />The way that you shared about Jesus and his love for others is what I needed to hear. You will be a great teacher some day, as you seem to find a way directly to the heart of the matter.<br /><br />I am sorry for the words and attitudes that you have to endure at times from others who are insensitive to the struggles of those around them and the assumptions they make based on their world view. I am also thankful for the grace you have found to deal with them and yourself.<br /><br />Peace on you,<br /><br />daemondaemonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09153553633523797522noreply@blogger.com