Welcome home!
I come before you today to discuss a matter that weighs heavily on the heart of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. In this world of moral decay, where the serpent's whisper has led many astray, we must stand firm in the Word of God.
The Good Book is clear in its teachings – the sinful nature of man must be crucified with Christ, and we are to walk in the newness of life (Galatians 2:20). This new life is not one of indulgence in the flesh, but of submission to the will of God.
Now, I know this is a sensitive topic, and I'm not one to mince words. We're here to talk about the issue of homosexuality, which has been embraced by the world, but stands in stark opposition to the divine order established by our Creator.
The Bible, the infallible Word of God, speaks explicitly against homosexual practices in both the Old and New Testaments (Leviticus 18:22, Romans 1:26-27, 1 Corinthians 6:9-11). It is not a lifestyle that leads to godliness, but one that separates us from the holy fellowship with God that we were called into.
But let's not forget, my dear brothers and sisters, that we are all sinners saved by grace. We do not cast stones, but we extend a hand of love and truth. We must pray for our brothers and sisters who are entangled in the snare of same-sex attraction. Pray that their eyes may be opened to the truth of God's Word, that they may see the error of their ways, and that they may find repentance and healing in the arms of Jesus Christ.
Remember, it is not about condemnation, but about restoration. We are to be lights in this dark world, guiding the lost to the Cross where they can find forgiveness and transformation. We must pray earnestly for the strength to resist temptation and for the Holy Spirit to lead us into all truth.
Let us be steadfast in our faith, unwavering in our convictions, and fervent in our love for one another. May we, as the body of Christ, stand united in the truth, and may our prayers be effective as we intercede for those who have been deceived by the enemy.
In Christ's love,
Benito