Exactly, we are required to love them, as Christ loves all of us and has asked us to do the same. Part of love is also correction/warning. Living in a sinful sexual relationship/lifestyle is not freedom it is captivity in sin, which was the reason Christ died and rose again for. To free us from sin, make us clean in the eyes of the Father with the redemptive blood of Christ.

Okaying someone's lifestyle, when it offends God and leads to the loss of a person's soul is not love. If Christ failed to warn and admonish us, what kind of love would that be, considering He knew the consequences of our sin? How about loving God? God said "if you love me, keep my commandments".

Speaking of commandments. You talk about biblical laws, as though they should really not be part of society laws. Let us not forget the "Ten commandments" and let us not forget that they have not been "invalidated". People seem to feel that as time goes on, somehow it cancels out God's eternal laws. It doesn't. Unless Christ instituted something else, which as far as the ten commandments go? He has not. And confirms them in the new testament. No generation is more "modern" than God. Though they claim that these things are "outdated" "old fashioned". When God is older than time and more modern than anybody we know. He and His laws are eternal and apply as much today as they did then.

These commands were not "Ten Suggestions", they were commandments. If that's not clear? I don't know what is. Now, that's not to say that everyone of us follows each of them perfectly everyday. Most of us have failed, which is why we require baptism (born again and renewed) and thereafter, ongoing help from God and forgiveness when we fall again. But we must continue to hold them up, because these laws are eternal and apply to each and every individual and nation. Whether they like it or not. Who is the ultimate ruler? Why should or WOULD any true Christian substitute man-made laws over God's?

For me as a Christian Linear, I am expected to be on the side of Christ and I am. That's what a Christian is, is it not? So I myself would vote against homosexual marriage, because I know that this sin is truly an abomination to God. He Himself has said so. Now, if I did nothing, or voted for it, I will answer severely. Because such a law being passed is an offense to Him, because it is not okay with Him, therefore why should it be ok with me? It also tells children that this is normal, this is "ok" and good enough for these people to marry eachother. It does, in a sense, make a bit of a mockery of what marriage was originally intended for. I believe that Britney Spears herself has also made a mockery of it (personally). Many people do mock marriage Linear, it's not just the sin of homosexuality. Some people think the whole thing is a joke and marry eachother out of lust, and then wake up later and decide "I don't want to be with this person".

Giving homosexuality the ring of married acceptance is wrong in God's eyes, because the sin of homosexuality is wrong. And those who claim to believe in Him should feel the same way. Now, if America is prodominately Christian, then we should not be surprised that this law will have a few problems getting passed. If it wasn't, I'd wonder what on earth these "Christians' were doing? Those pro homosexual can vote FOR it and those against this sin and against marriage being mocked in such a manner, can vote against it. Is that not our right? We have freedom to vote or protest right? This is a battle Linear of the spirit, rather than the flesh and if one believes in their heart this is wrong, is obligated to act accordingly.

Since the US was founded on Christianity, and has many Christians living there, this is how it should be. I cannot figure out why homosexuals think they should have marriage rights, when the origin the institute in marriage comes from God and it's even more strange in a country founded on Christianity that they should consider such a thing...if they wish to sign up a personal agreement with eachother, nobody can stop them in doing that. Nobody can stop them marrying in areas that have made this practise legal either. Why though should Christians allow it if they have the right to protest against it with God on their side?

Personally I would not like to face Christ Himself and state "well I know that it was an offense to you, but...well...they have rights too you know and why should we comply with your laws"? Um, Linear, since I believe that Christ is the king of kings and Lord of Lords, and the Creator, He not only owns us, He owns the world....and that includes the ultimate law of the land. Yes, with free will many will disobey Him, but I personally would have problems with any law being passed that is in defiance of the law maker Himself.

I find certain things a bit difficult also to be honest. But God knows better than we do and I usually find that the things that happen in my life are often for my own good, though at the time, I don't see it that way. I've shaken my first at Him a few times too. But in the end, I see the journey I am on and the difficulties that come to shape me as I near the time of my death. Whether I like them or not, is of no consequence. Because ultimately it's about the afterlife and where we are going to end up.

Nobody said that obeying God and enduring testing was going to be easy, but to do so, even when it may cause us some pain? The reward will be great. Consider the things Christ endured and gave up for the sake of the Kingdom and for our sake? We are asked to do likewise.

Thank you Sosick for pointing out that I did not refer to these people as "disgusting sodomites" and apology accepted Linear. But if you really want to find out who has used harsher language on those that practise this sin? Read the bible. God Himself has used VERY harsh terms against sins of sexuality and does not mince words. I've been mild in comparison. That's how angry He is with many of us. And rightly so. The sins of Sodom and Gommorrah are being repeated today, and all across the world (rather than concentrated in two cities). The difference is, there are also many people who are trying to live good lives, which I believe is staying back the angry hand of God. I believe He would have acted a long time ago otherwise. Though it does warn us in the bible that this time is most certainly coming, because the world is groaning under the weight of sin and is in desperate need of God's renewal.