intro2faith said:
Well, the main thing is that beanie is leading people astray. He is saying you do not need Christ to get to Heaven. Beanie may be a very "good" person, but that doesn't excuse the fact that he is a sinner. Just as you and I are. The difference between us is that I have accepted Christ, and you and beanie have not yet. God wants you and beanie to come to Him just as much as He wanted any of us Christians to come to Him.
God knows best. If He says homosexuality is a sin, then there is a very good reason for it. Just as lying is a sin. Just as lust is a sin.
I do not say that one does not need Christ to get to Heaven.
In fact, I have quoted from the bible, because I look to it for Guidance.
But I am Buddhist.
Have I tried to lead you astray, intro?
Have I somehow tempted you to leave the faith?
Or am I simply stating that this is my choice, and give you yours?
As is being argued, for every sin, there is a reason.
Lying - causes distrust and betrayal.
Murder - ends the life of another, makes you devalue the life of others.
As for homosexuality, that is simply the way I am attracted.
I understand that you believe that the bible says it is wrong. There are theologians who disagree with you, and ones who agree. If it is that important to you, and the truth of the Bible is important to you, I would suggest getting all the facts, and listening to both sides, praying, and coming to an understanding.
My brother is a pastor. He didn't see it as a sin.
As I said, people are divided, especially when they explore it in depth.
As for me, it's not against Buddhism, because it harms no one.