Answer:
The Bible consistently tells us that homosexual activity is a sin (Genesis 19:1-13; Leviticus 18:22; 20:13; Romans 1:26-27; 1 Corinthians 6:9). Romans 1:26-27
teaches specifically that homosexuality is a result of denying and
disobeying God. When people continue in sin and unbelief, God “gives
them over” to even more wicked and depraved sin in order to show them
the futility and hopelessness of life apart from God. 1 Corinthians 6:9 proclaims that homosexual “offenders” will not inherit the kingdom of God.
God does not create a person with homosexual desires. The Bible tells us that people become homosexuals because of sin (Romans 1:24-27)
and ultimately because of their own choice. A person may be born with a
greater susceptibility to homosexuality, just as some people are born
with a tendency to violence and other sins. That does not excuse the
person’s choosing to sin by giving in to sinful desires. If a person is
born with a greater susceptibility to anger/rage, does that make it
right for him to give into those desires? Of course not! The same is
true with homosexuality.
However, the Bible does not describe homosexuality as a “greater” sin than any other. All sin is offensive to God. Homosexuality is just one of the many things listed in 1 Corinthians 6:9-10
that will keep a person from the kingdom of God. According to the
Bible, God’s forgiveness is just as available to a homosexual as it is
to an adulterer, idol worshipper, murderer, thief, etc. God also
promises the strength for victory over sin, including homosexuality, to
all those who will believe in Jesus Christ for their salvation (1 Corinthians 6:11; 2 Corinthians 5:17; Philippians 4:13).
Recommended Resources:
What Does the Bible Really Teach About Homosexuality? by Kevin DeYoung and 101 Frequently Asked Questions About Homosexuality by Mike Haley and Logos Bible Software.
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