Have you seen 'For The Bible Tells Me So'?

[machine_rat]

For those of you that think that all Christians hate all homosexuals, you should check out this documentary movie to find out that it isn't necessarily the case. Not only might it change the outlook of persecution... but it points out all the flaws and fallacies in the cliched religious-based arguments the anti-gay communities make.

[Jonathan_Philips]

Pah! The bible is a book of fairy stories. Christian principals are wonderful, but they are all about understanding, acceptance and love. Ditch the bible analysis and live your live the best way that you can and your God (whoever she may be) will smile.

[sera300]

Hell, I am Catholic & have no issue with those who are gay or bi...I do not believe the bible condemns them nor does the God I know condemn them. Think about when the Bible was written; it was written as those "viewed" what appeared correct. I so not believe the Red Sea Parted either...just low tide which allowed passage. However, it was their opinion of what happened at that time & their explanations. I do not denounce my religion; meanwhile, I cannot believe what is written or taught. I choose to think for myself. After all the Christians believe "God loves all his children" which would make him/her non-judgemental. I can shoot down many of the Catholic thoughts/teachings...I was married for many years; have a Church annulment (x2) and yet they view me as "never being a married woman". Makes no logical sense to me & I am not supposed to engage in ANY sex until marriage--it would be a hell of a wait if I followed this philosophy. So why would anyone dislike those who have homosexual relationships? One answer; their own insecurity.

[smallestoftheclan]

Sera you are correct. I also think it is the lack of education. Each person should be accepted or not for themselves. Not all homosexuals are bad and not all are good as people of all sexual orientation are.
I also do not think that there is a large population that believe that all Christians hate homosexuals. Hate is such a strong and ugly word.

[sera300]

Often I believe people follow blindly without a rational thought! They fail to think for themselves and fall back on "teachings" which is enough to scare me to no end! Much like sheep following to slaughter!

[smallestoftheclan]

Homosexuality is misunderstood. I've heard people say they think that the sex life in a homosexual relationship is more frequent, yet I doubt that.
Men can be freaked by discovering a male friend is actually a homosexual. All of a sudden they are thinking back thru their whole friendship looking for when this friend was looking at them in a sexual way.
Women who have only know what a relationship with a man and a woman is wonder, what does the other woman do.
The fear is of the unknown and that is generally the greatest fear of all.

[cyclefreak]

Originally Posted by smallestoftheclan

Homosexuality is misunderstood. I've heard people say they think that the sex life in a homosexual relationship is more frequent, yet I doubt that.
Men can be freaked by discovering a male friend is actually a homosexual. All of a sudden they are thinking back thru their whole friendship looking for when this friend was looking at them in a sexual way.
Women who have only know what a relationship with a man and a woman is wonder, what does the other woman do.
The fear is of the unknown and that is generally the greatest fear of all.

I'd say it is fear of the unknown. Some men seem to assume that if a friend is homosexual, then he must be trying to get off with any male he sees. I assume the reality is that homosexual people feel attraction to others in exactly the same way as heterosexual people. There are some people they are attracted to, others they are not.

As far as women wondering what other women do together, 'foreplay' would be the word that springs to my mind.

[DVDBear]

As to the original poster's subject, I started a thread on the doc a long time ago and yes, I think it's really well done. Anyone who is struggling with their own sexual orientation or someone else's because of religious issues should check it out.

Maybe it's just because I've been lucky or where I live, but I haven't run into much unease with homosexuality by males in a long time. Obviously I know it's out there, and most people aren't going to say it to your face but you can usually sense it.

As far as religion, well, my partner and I are Unitarian Universalists, and our gay status practically makes us stars at our church! LOL! We're the first male couple to join . . . there are quite a few lesbians though.