tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-191814566134809079.post4615387513163143982..comments2023-05-21T03:53:49.288-05:00Comments on Icarus Always: Winds of Changedaemonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09153553633523797522noreply@blogger.comBlogger6125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-191814566134809079.post-89419957035018866682011-05-17T07:15:02.373-05:002011-05-17T07:15:02.373-05:00Thank you all for the comments. Be sure that I rea...Thank you all for the comments. Be sure that I read and consider each one that people are considerate enough to post here on my blog and I will never edit or delete their content to suit my needs or opinions.<br /><br />That being said, due to some of the emails and correspondence I have received in the last few days, it seems that many are misunderstanding what I am trying to communicate about the changes I would like to see in my life.<br /><br />I am not trying to become a heterosexual due to some belief in God. I am not condemning the fact that I am a homosexual man due to some interpretation of the Bible. I do not view my sexual orientation as some type of curse or something to be struggled against or with. I do not subscribe to the notion that I have "unwanted same sex attraction" or whatever nonsensical Christianese verbiage is currently in vogue.<br /><br />What I AM saying is that I feel my life of excess in all things and sexual promiscuity is and has been at odds with the moral principles and beliefs I hold due to my faith in Jesus Christ.<br /><br />The idea and concept that somehow no rules apply to me as a gay guy that DO apply to my str8 friends seems to fly in the face of logic. How can it be okay and normative for me to be a drunken man whore and then expect some level or decency from my heterosexual friends on the grounds and basis of our shared belief?<br /><br />I have to believe that God has a vested interest in how I live my life, what I choose to do with my body and who I share my penis with. I am not wracked by guilt, shame or live in fear due to my past. I HAVE been saddened by some poor choices that I have made and how those have hurt me and others I care for deeply.<br /><br />I hope that this comment brings a bit of clarity to my post and I always encourage an ongoing dialogue as I live and grow.<br /><br />Peace,<br /><br />Daemondaemonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09153553633523797522noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-191814566134809079.post-50693046930992644042011-05-17T06:40:09.623-05:002011-05-17T06:40:09.623-05:00D, you have no idea how excited I am for you.
To ...D, you have no idea how excited I am for you.<br /><br />To be blunt, this really is NOT a sexual issue...even though that is all that many would prefer that you & they could reduce it to. It's about putting Jesus above any & everything else that can get in the way of faithfully following him. (Many just prefer to reduce it to a sexual issue, because then it becomes more about "Them" and less about Jesus)<br /><br />I've got plenty of issues that I still fight with everyday that I refuse to lay at the feet of Jesus. (Sometimes it's sexual. Usually it's other things.) But it still comes down to that whole Genesis 3 issue of us wanting to be God.<br /><br />I think that in many ways, where ever this leads you, it will be painful. But at the same time, it will be brilliant & beautiful. You are going to learn so much more from Christ during this time then you could possibly imagine. Keep that in the front of your mind. Where ever it may ultimately lead you, Jesus will be there holding you.<br /><br />Joe<br /><br />P.S. BTW: While at the moment, the major issue that you are dealing with is a sexual one. You are going to find that there are plenty of other items that you are going to have to deal with. You just couldn't see them before because this was your major focus. This will be an eye opener, thats for sure.Joehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11663450606002281193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-191814566134809079.post-74898945991427032092011-05-17T05:21:55.379-05:002011-05-17T05:21:55.379-05:00Reading this was probably the highlight of my day....Reading this was probably the highlight of my day. I hope this new direction ends well for you!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-191814566134809079.post-64311346889077836982011-05-16T16:37:24.111-05:002011-05-16T16:37:24.111-05:00Erratum...
Opps, not Lot's wife... Job's ...Erratum...<br /><br />Opps, not Lot's wife... Job's wife (from the book of Job in the Bible). Ugh! Ha ha...Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-191814566134809079.post-75874718220597525782011-05-16T16:34:07.762-05:002011-05-16T16:34:07.762-05:00Wayne, thank you for this comment, wow!!!
"Th...Wayne, thank you for this comment, wow!!!<br />"The problem with your question is that you are equating homosexuality with sin (a lie) and then asking for a choice."<br /><br />Daemon,<br />I have struggled a lot with God about the feelings you are having. Recently, I heard this from God in my heart. "If you believe that being a Christian and gay is possible, then you sanctify that journey..."<br /><br />Sanctify... make it holy... make it pure.<br /><br />The problem with us is that deep in our soul, we still think that we are sinners and destined to live a miserable life struggling against...ourselves. I don't believe any longer in the Divine jinx or the Divine hoax of a mean, capricious God screwing us in life with an incurable temptation. Rather, we battle against ourselves and the constant harassing stream of untruth coming from social and demonic sources telling us to give in to our basal nature and die. Much like Lot's wife telling him to, "Curse God and die!"<br /><br />I now believe faith and sexuality can be reconciled but it has to somehow be done in each of our own lives and within the uniqueness of our own experienced journey of life. Even here we look for a brainwashing or mantra we can chant over ourselves to "make everything feel better." Say no to that bologna and engage in the real work and soul searching of being fully reconciled to God and united with Him in sonship. He calls us to nothing less and sexuality is a very small piece of that puzzle.<br /><br />Best regards and blessings,<br />Mark (from GCN)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-191814566134809079.post-49526884750287231762011-05-16T10:20:51.639-05:002011-05-16T10:20:51.639-05:00I find it heartbreaking that people suffer so much...I find it heartbreaking that people suffer so much reconciling their sexuality with religion. The shunning and exclusion on a social basis because one is gay and 'immoral' (according to fundamentalist preachings) is deeply offensive to me as a homosexual and reeks of hypocrisy. I see on tv the heads of Jewish and Muslim children bobbing up and down as they memorize scriptures; will these children grow up capable of free, rational and independent thought? The word 'brainwashing' comes to mind and the extremist misery it causes. I am not against religion, I am against today's narrow-minded and self-serving interpretations of religious dogma written thousands of years ago by men from a tribal and parochial viewpoint (ie homophobic passages in the Old Testament). Rather insane in this modern day and age when we are privileged to know our place in the universe and science is opening our eyes to truth. You can be Christian and think for yourself too. Homosexuality has been around since the dawn of life, is rampant in nature and always will be; it does not get any more natural or normal than that. Never allow others to use religion to dump guilt on you over your sexuality. Most homosexuals I have known or seen stand head and shoulders above a lot of heterosexuals in the morality department showing much empathy and kindness. <br />-The problem with your question is that you are equating homosexuality with sin (a lie) and then asking for a choice. You can be Christian and a practicing homosexual too; Jesus did not put down anyone's sexuality and disliked hypocrisy. You are an intelligent man and you can interpret your religion as you see fit, not as others do for their own power and influence. <br />-Heterosexuals go out and party hard and hang out at clubs and bars too; so let's separate the sexuality thing from a life of excess. Stop the religious guilt over your sexuality and do something for a more moderate lifestyle. Being gay does not mean a life of wanton debauchery, but being comfortable with your sexuality and having a loving partner. I hear what you are saying but please dump the religious guilt over your sexuality cos it is damaging to your mental well-being. <br />-The simple things in life are best and free; fresh air and sunshine and outdoor exercise and fun. As for vocation every job has it's rewards and pains. Actually it sounds like you are fairly successful in the service industry and enjoyed it; you only need more self-discipline on the personal side. <br />-As a fellow gay guy (who has been there) believe me I know how you feel trying to make it in a heterosexual and religious world. I hope you can find that best friend/lover for support and reduce the stress level. Moderation and balance are good words to remember. - Wayne :)Waynehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09168507568375689021noreply@blogger.com