Good question. A few things I want to mention:
To be clear, the Bible condemns the practice of homosexuality. Here is a brief video that explains it well:
2. Sadly, many have taken the Bible out of context - either using it to support homosexuality or using it like a weapon to condemn homosexuals in a self-righteous way. Both of these usages of the Scripture break God's heart, because he loves people. He condemns homosexuality (and same-sex marriage) because he did not design his creation that way. It is not healthy for society, nor beneficial for the raising of children within a family. It also breaks his heart when people (including Christians) act in a self-righteous, judgmental manner toward homosexuals.
3. Other Resources:
a. Read Brian Pengelly's work at New Direction Ministries. Brian struggled with homosexuality for many years, until he came to know Christ. He also shared his story at our SPLAT service in 2008. Listen HERE (search for "April 20th 2008). Additionally, read his story HERE.
b. Read THIS comprehensive, but short article by Matthew Slick from Carm.org. He answers some of the common objections toward the biblical view of homosexuality at the end.
c. Read THIS article about "Speaking The Truth in Love." The author writes this at the end, and I think it summarizes the issue well:
"I have only touched on a few of the challenges surrounding this terribly difficult issue. We need God’s grace to walk the tightrope, following His word with humility in all that it teaches, loving those who disagree with us, and reaching out in compassion to those men and women who are suffering the sad and tragic consequences of living outside the created sexual boundaries that God gave us for our good."
[Answered by Pastor HM]
