Would Jesus Attend a Gay Wedding? Dr. Robert Gagnon Interview - The Becket Cook Show Ep. 120

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In today’s episode, Becket talks with biblical scholar, Robert Gagnon, about whether or not Christians should attend a gay wedding. The way he answers this important question is surprising and eye-opening. I think this episode will be of great help to those struggling with this question.
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Becket Cook was born and raised in Dallas, Texas. He attended Jesuit College Preparatory
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Finding a new sense of freedom in L.A., Becket also fully engaged in his new life as a gay man. He had a series of many relationships with men throughout the next fifteen years.
In September of 2009, Becket met a stranger at a coffee shop in Silver Lake who invited him to his church in Hollywood called Reality L.A. Becket reluctantly agreed to attend the service. After hearing the sermon that Sunday, Becket was utterly transformed by the gospel and gave his life to Christ. He also knew on that day when God revealed Himself to him that homosexuality was a sin and that he could no longer live that life. Becket was more than happy to count everything as loss because of the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus his Lord.
Becket spends much of his time in ministry speaking at churches, universities, and conferences helping believers (and non-believers) understand this issue biblically, theologically, culturally, and personally. Balancing grace and truth when teaching on this subject is of primary importance. His goal is to challenge the current cultural narrative about sexuality in general and homosexuality in particular by demonstrating through his personal testimony and biblical truths that, yes, homosexuality is still a sin, and that following Christ is infinitely more satisfying and joyous.
He has lived all over the world in major cities such as Rome, Vienna, and Tokyo.
Becket graduated from Talbot School of Theology at Biola University in 2017 with a Master of Arts in Theology.
Becket’s book, A Change of Affection: A Gay Man’s Incredible Story of Redemption, with a
foreword by Francis Chan, published by Thomas Nelson, released July 30, 2019.
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[@BecketCook]

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[@audreykennedy6275]

I've gotten those on many sites ! I pay them no mind!

[@dansaber5853]

You can be LGBT and Christian 👨‍❤️‍👨

[@normaharris5224]

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[@dansaber5853]

@@normaharris5224 thanks

[@kevingentry4659]

@@dansaber5853 only if you repent of the sin are you a Christian. Anyone that says they are a "gay" Christian cannot possibly have read the Bible and are therefore living a lie.

[@forgoogletotrack7181]

I was born pre-disposed to bisexuality and polysexuality (to use modern terms) but I always knew that it wasn't God's design, even before I was born again. When I became born-again, that propensity didn't disappear right away, but it's not who I am in God's eyes. It has all but disappeared after walking with the Lord for 20 years and when my sin nature tries to steer me in that direction, I acknowledge it and then bring it before the Father in worship. He has never failed me.

[@leannekirkman2888]

That’s awesome! Excellent testimony. Have you noticed no matter what situation people are in in life, somebody has a testimony of how God set them free from it. I am constantly amazed at the Lord’s grace to people. God bless you.

[@DH-kl5rx]

I had a similar sexual proclivity and knew it fell outside God's design for me. Nonetheless, I pursued it for many decades but grew more miserable, more dissatisfied, and despite being promiscuous, I always felt empty afterwards and like something was missing. Sin feels good for a season until it enslaves and controls you and destroys your emotions, hardens your heart, affects your ability to love, and leaves you open to the Adversary.

[@chrisfrancis9555]

I hate the LGBTQ lifestyle. it's morally wrong and destroys the very essence of the human creature, but this honesty I can respect 🙏 it is like my nicotine addiction, I've stopped smoking now for two and a half years and even though i get the thoughts and cravings. I'm also able to resist and suppress the temptations. My life has improved so much that I now see how toxic I was living, god bless you 🙏

[@kellylundblad2616]

You’re leading a Holy Spirit lead life, as should all of us.

[@kalycoc3147]

This is so encouraging to me as a mom of a son struggling with similar issues and a daughter struggling with gender dysphoria. I had a difficult discussion with my son over the weekend and have found myself agonized since, but God is doing a mighty work in me and I’m holding onto the hope He’ll do the same in my kids. Thank you for sharing pet of your testimony.

[@TryingTheHardHikeATAdrieWashne]

I am faced with my daughter’s “wedding” in some months ahead. We just received the invitation today. I had to listen to this in parts-- because this is the most difficult time in my life right now. It just keeps getting worse. First, it was she was bi, then she was gay, then she declared she was non binary. She no longer speaks to me, only my husband. A few weeks ago it was the Now engagement party which I didn’t attend. Next is the wedding. God knows my heart. Need some prayer friends.

[@bettycogswell9851]

What Would Jesus Do? He will strengthen you to do the right thing.

[@tammy7482]

I know that has to hurt deeply. I'm sorry for you going through this

[@cc967]

My daughter told us she was bisexual a few months ago. On Mother’s Day, she told me she is seeing a young woman. I’ve been preparing myself for the spiritual warfare ahead because that is what it is. The devil will try to ruin all relationships. Keep praying for evil’s defeat.

[@TryingTheHardHikeATAdrieWashne]

@@cc967 it is spiritual warfare. Also it seems like it is a series of manipulative steps. If you choose not to accept a step, you will be possibly be cut off. First, you have to accept bisexual, then you have to accept a girlfriend, or several girlfriends, then you have to accept a potential marriage, then you have to accept possible children. All of these steps are against what we believe God would desire, so it is a struggle through each step. Just as things settle down, something new pops up. This is just how I am seeing my personal experience at this point. I’ve been cut off because I did not accept the “non-binary” step. Now it is the engagement and marriage. My faith has grown though and I’ve become dependent on God for peace and trustworthy of what plans God has for me!

[@tammy7482]

@@cc967 I am sorry your going through a difficult time with this. It's definitely spiritual warfare and I pray for all you mothers and fathers and families

[@sunnydayzie1202]

Never considered: "you are attending a vow that those two people are making to CONTINUE in sin". A really good point.

[@TruthAboveAll08]

Yes. We all must remember that wedding GUESTS are in truth WITNESSES. Whether overtly or not, we witnesses are all tasked with approval of the union, and committing to helping make it last. To 'help' them fulfill their marital vows.

[@BenDover-il1im]

Well, a "good point" if you are already a putrid, bigoted homophobe.

[@anushkasekkingstad1300]

“Sin” is nothing more than religious superstition. In common with the vast majority of Norwegians, I adhere closely to the laws of our nation. Those laws never as much as mention the word “sin”, far less define it. Under our laws, it’s a crime to expose our two young daughters to religious books in our schools. My marriage to my wife is, on the other hand, entirely legal. Nobody gives us a second look when we hold hands walking down the street or stop to give each other an affectionate little kiss. What makes you imagine that our private life is any of your business while it is entirely within the law of the land?

[@lindawarenberg296]

God’s Word, the Bible, trumps the law of the land.​@@anushkasekkingstad1300

[@lovestodesign]

@@anushkasekkingstad1300 God didn’t say homosexuality is a sin everywhere, EXCEPT in Norway. Just because Norway is liberal, and okay with everything under the Sun, isn’t going to save Norwegian citizens from the final judgement. It’s actually not okay to be homosexual, according to GODS laws. Man has always tried to exalt himself above God, just like Satan did, and he even got evicted from heaven because of it. Now he tempts people to exalt themselves above God, and that’s because he hates Almighty God, and wants everyone to rebel against God just like he did. And it seems like most Norwegians have taken the bait, and you’re playing right into Satan’s hands. You’re in for a rude awakening someday. Don’t say no one warned you.

[@samanthabotha3456]

I heard an atheist say that he has no respect for Christians who do not hold firmly to their beliefs. Christians who compromise. It really made me think about how many times I did not share the gospel or speak plainly about an important issue. We should choose to follow God's word and not be swayed by the world . God make me bold💖

[@MaryRosebud]

Atheists are not equipped to judge Christians. Not knowing the Bible from the Holy Spirit’s view, he is not ready to have compassion, but to criticize God as he has been for most of his life. Don’t listen to atheists. Listen to the Holy Spirit within you. He will teach you From the Scriptures and will bring those Scriptures to remembrance when you need them.

[@dabbler1166]

Christians ARE compromising! Badly. Because they IGNORE what is plainly said in: ROMANS, Chapter ONE, Vereses 26-28. Being Queer is a Sin. Do the gays REPENT? Change their Lifestyle? Ha! Keep dreamin'! But do the Churches dis-fellowship them for no repentance? Read those verses again. Its more about MONEY than Bible-teaching. If they preach against it, as they should, its less money in the giving-plate on Sundays. Its more about paying for a building than following the WORD. Which is why i say: Any church that never kicks anyone out, isnt worth going to. Even worse, some churches let known gays teach. Pathetic. No wonder some leave the faith. No standards. and if you stand up for that, they'll slam YOU with "legalism". and people back down. So much for being "the Salt of the Earth".

[@dabbler1166]

@@MaryRosebud even an atheist can read ROMANS, chapter ONE, verses 26-32 and be right in condemning Christians who dont follow it. Be careful that you dont let what you believe is the Spirit, cancel out the Word.

[@dianedahlhleimer4414]

When I got married 35 years ago, my dad did not give me away as my husband-to-be was not a Christian. He let me know from the very beginning that this would be the case. I understood,as he was a very strong and faithful believer. Nevertheless, I went ahead and got married anyway. After listening to this, I realize now that my parents made a difficult choice in even attending our wedding. Fortunately, my husband was saved two years later - no doubt the faithful prayers of my parents were answered. I really do believe that my father’s conviction in not giving me away had a saving impact my husband.❤

[@manichairdo9265]

My pastor refused to officiate at the wedding of his wife's best friend. She married an unbeliever. He, too, was saved many years later. I was invited to the wedding but didn't go. None of the above affected her friendship with us. Her husband also thought it was okay for us to decline the invitation.

[@rachaelrenee88]

Love this

[@grimlygrim672]

@@geoffcaflisch1352 no it’s not. People can have their own convictions and don’t need to bend to others beliefs just to be “nice.”

[@solideomusical]

Nice! I once refused to attend the wedding of a friend because her groom was not christian. Not only did she break off our friendship but the pastor got on my case as well. He knew better than to marry believers to unbelievers- not sure why he did it.

[@lorimacduff1180]

​@@manichairdo9265 wow that is amazing that they didn't unfriend you all. That speaks volumes for you all about doing the right thing in the eyes of our Lord and the power of forgiveness. ✝️

[@LaurieR54]

Becket, I want to express my gratitude to you for standing up for the truth in God's Word. I am just shocked at the number of "conservative" churches who have changed their stance regarding gay marriage in an attempt to be seen as accepting and relevant in today's culture. It is heartbreaking to see families torn apart by this. Your guest today accurately voiced the Biblical truth of loving, but standing firm. Thank you, Becket, and thanks to your guest as well!

[@KingsDaughter1957]

My own feeling is that even conservative churches are soft-pedaling because this aggregeous sin has come into just about EVERY SINGLE FAMILY in the church! (by that I mean our extended familes ... e.g., my nephew is gay) and we struggle between unconditional love for them as eternal souls without affirming their sinful lifestyles. It IS a struggle. My late/former pastor's grandson had a destination gay "marriage," and the mom and dad and brother all flew to Hawaii to "celebrate" this heretical event and share photos on FB. I was thankful my former pastor wasn't down here any longer to witness such blasphemy. We've chosen unconditional love for our relatives over obedience to our Savior.

[@vrmg245]

Sad and infuriating at the same time. A lot of churches are bowing down to satan. Gay marriage is just one foot at the door to legalize p3dophili4. Let's keep praying for their eyes to be opened.

[@Petra-RockorPebble]

Two years ago my husbands gay son invited us to his “wedding” I didn’t attend as I could not reconcile my believes with going to celebrate an unholy union. I was frowned upon by two of my own children who are both reborn christians. I believe you can love your child but it doesn’t mean you have to celebrate a sinful choice. How much does your child loves you to understand that you would not attend as it would be in conflict with your faith.

[@rebeccawright2038]

two of my former professional associates, both of whom I sincerely like and respect as superb and very caring practitioners, were "married" a few weeks ago, and, via social media, I was shocked to see how many of our former colleagues, who profess to follow Christ, warmly congratulated them and expressed joy at their "marriage"!

[@KingsDaughter1957]

@@rebeccawright2038 Great point ... my daughter too is appalled at another cousin who also enthusiastically up-thumbs or even "hearts" [loves!} their gay cousin on posts about the two guys sharing a drink and a cuddle or kiss online, etc. My daughter is 10 years older than these younger cousins and I think those 10 years account for the younger ones having been conditioned by society not to be "haters" of those "different" than themselves.

[@davidlow1315]

My son married his boyfriend. I didn't attend the wedding. My son knows that I love him but won't condone homosexuality. He still has some contact with me although it's superficial. His boyfriend however won't have anything to do with me. I love my son and I pray for his salvation every day. My heart is broken for life😢

[@sharonc4965]

David, you have hope in Jesus. He is the mender of broken hearts. So, you allow Jesus to mend your heart, set your face like a flint, and stand strong (like the warrior you are) against the devil. Jesus tells us that the Holy Ghost is for us and for our children, to those who are afar off, and to as many as the Lord our God shall call. Rise and believe the gospel. Tell the devil that your babies do NOT belong to him and they WILL be saved...claimed for the kingdom of heaven. We must stand strong in this hour of darkness. Be strong...be courageous. Push with the shield of faith and slay your (spiritual) giants with the sword of the Spirit of God.

[@davidlow1315]

@@sharonc4965 ❤ God bless you and thanks for the encouragement!

[@KristaBrewer-rq7mo]

I have a cousin who used to be a genuine believer and is now gay 😥. I've been praying for Him for some time now that God would somehow make Himself known to him again..... I've also been asking God to make this person disgusting in his eyes (the guy might be a nice person for all I know, but God needs to reveal the disgust of homosexuality to him). I haven't given up on him (I wouldn't go to his "wedding" of course if that ever happened), but I like my cousin and I haven't given up hope. God can do anything

[@lovestodesign]

@@KristaBrewer-rq7mo I also have a male cousin who “married” a man. He only invited certain hand-picked family members he knew would be accepting of their so called union. Some of those even CALL themselves Christians, but knowing at least a couple of them, I’m sure they congratulated them and wished them well. 😢 He actually did me a favor. I wouldn’t have gone anyway, even though as kids we were close. This way I didn’t even have to RSVP to say I wouldn’t be attending….i didn’t have to answer questions about why I wasn’t going or why I was so “unloving”….I could never have gone to that, and never congratulated them…..for what?? Why would I celebrate something God says is wrong and can only hurt them in the end? But I’ve prayed for him, and will continue praying for him. I also pray for the other guy (both of them have the same first name ) to be saved, but that they’ll mutually lose interest in each other and in same sex attraction, and be willing to part ways, even not having any further contact once they do. God doesn’t honor gay marriage, so it doesn’t fall under the category of “what God has joined together” God wanted nothing to do with that. They might need to divorce in a civil court but God didn’t honor their “vows” so if it wasn’t required civilly, they could part ways without even getting an official “divorce”. It takes lots of spiritual warfare but it’s worth it. People that are deceived, don’t know they’re deceived, and that’s the whole point. They need our prayers even if they don’t think they do. But WE, KNOW they do. For some of them they may have NOBODY else praying for them, and we may have to stand in the gap as God leads us to. 🙏🏻

[@adiblatif]

I was rescued from homosexuality and drug addiction three years ago, when Christ called me to the sheepfold. I cut ties with all my dear friends whilst He showed me his ways during the pandemic and lockdowns were in place. It was the perfect timing for isolation and strengthening myself. However, now that I'm three years in my walk with the Lord, my dear best friend from back then announces he is getting married to another man. I have not replied but I feel convicted not to attend. I haven't found the strenght to tell him to his face why I cannot come. But I know eventually I will have to -- because I love them both, him and his husband, and don't want them to perish. Our God and Father is so good that this video was posted exactly one month from the wedding. Which will take place on the 27th of May. God bless you Becket.

[@purplelove392]

That's not his 'husband', only a woman can have a 'husband'.

[@manichairdo9265]

​@@purplelove392 At the end of the day, the 2 men are spiritualy lost. They can't obey God. They don't even know Him. To point out the word 'husband' is therefore a tad trivial. But God will help the writer of the comment navigate how to decline the invitation.

[@andrewjohnson8232]

It is a dilemma friend, on the one hand you legitimately do not wish to lend your support to something you feel is fundamentally mistaken, on the other you do not wish to be misunderstood as opposing the happiness and fulfilment of people who you actually love. We are members of the body of Christ and citizens of the Kingdom. It is not for us to attempt to impose rule on the world outside, that judgement belongs to God alone. Have you considered telling your friends that you would never choose be deceitful or hypocritical toward them, knowing that you no longer belong there? If true friendship it is, I'd hope there would follow mutual acceptance. Wish the best for you friend and for your friends. Glad you're free of the addiction. (And if I can be so arrogant, ignore the stone throwers, it's misanthropy not compassion which guides them).

[@davidstrelec2000]

@@manichairdo9265 The 2 men have been spiritually lost since they decided to be gay

[@JoeGraves24]

@@davidstrelec2000 Maybe a small point, but I would rephrase your statement to: “They are lost and have chosen to follow their homosexual attractions and live the gay lifestyle.” We all have sinful urges that we must reject. They’ve been lost their whole life. They need to be enlightened by the light of Jesus Christ.

[@evelynreinig1460]

Becket, that was one of your best interviews! Dr. Gagnon was spot on with God's word. So thrilled to hear a faithful believer in this day and age. Love your show....

[@corrykeeler8333]

I was taken out to lunch by two dear Christian friends, many years ago, who asked me if I would be attending a future wedding of my gay stepson. When I told them I would not, they were united in their attempts to dissuade that decision, saying that I would be a “good witness“ if I went. I explained to them that my witness there is actually an agreement to the marriage, which I could not do. The most loving thing I could do for my stepson is this quiet protest with explanation of biblical marriage, and the gospel, which he desperately needs. I was never able to help my friends see my point, but with this video, I hope I can. Sharing now…

[@robinsonnier6887]

I believe the Holy Spirit grieves when we condone any sin!!!!

[@charleslott2908]

I agree with you

[@user-uv1vx9xi4d]

What ever is not faith is sin you did right for not attending the wedding you said these people were Christian something don't click God will never have us to go along with something that is not right thank you for standing up for what was right we need more Christian like you sign Cynthia Smith

[@shemcatherinemabongor7756]

Such a compassionate, intelligent, and Biblical response has never been articulated on this level. You have my deep and abiding appreciation.

[@JonathanRWilliams]

Don't be stupid. Gagnon has NEVER been compassionate nor intelligent in regards to his big bear - homosexuality! I have argued the point with him when he came to the British isles a few years ago and he could not - other than extrapolating from the reference to christ's supposed words referring to divorce - give any categorical evidence that decries homosexuality and same-sex marriages

[@ritareilly8548]

You’re response is so well articulated! I wholeheartedly agree!❤❤❤

[@BenDover-il1im]

What are you gushing about? This is garden variety homophobic blather.

[@brendaalexander3347]

The same exact thing happened to me when I can do my daughter's wedding. I was so distraught I cried all the way through it. She thought it was from happiness but the whole day was a disaster. I hated everything about it. Please pray for her

[@kzbaby2002]

God bless you and keep praying and sacrificing for your daughter.

[@Bonnieuxful]

🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻Ing for your daughter and her friend.

[@jamiethayer4733]

Sorry for your pain as you attended the wedding. Praying for His truth to be revealed to them.

[@laurieomura7188]

I'm so sorry for your pain. It must be so very difficult. 😢

[@nickgagnon3626]

So your daughter is a lesbian? Nothing bad about that.

[@teresaarms-yr9bv]

To anyone dealing with a loved one who is homosexual don’t give up! Someone very close to me told me they were homosexual. I refused to accept it and prayed for them. After 6 plus years God answered my prayer. This person is no longer living that lifestyle. In fact my loved one is married and has been for over 20 years! God will answer your prayers!

[@cynthiafisher9907]

But not necessarily to give them attraction to the opposite sex.

[@lindastrang6755]

God does not change hearts. If he did he would have changed Satan's and Adam's and Eve's and myriads of hearts of the fallen angels. Change depends on the hearts of individuals. But knowing that YOU prayed for THEM may have helped their change of heart.

[@cynthiafisher9907]

@@lindastrang6755 Your argument is flawed. God does change hearts, but He had a plan in mind.

[@sarahlaslett3279]

​​@@lindastrang6755I (God) will give them a new heart" (Ezekiel 36 vs. 26) This is something only God can do and He did it. We can reject what He did or accept it. Without what he did we can not change our own heart.

[@Cperez4life]

❤ Hope! Perseverance! Patience !! All in prayer!!

[@detached]

I attended a friend's lesbian wedding about a year after I was born again. I knew immediately I shouldn't be there. Definitely would not do that again.

[@Dustandfuzz]

You were a baby Christian. It was a learning experience. ❤

[@morganclare4704]

@@Dustandfuzz WITHIN A YEAR of being saved, I was in a " you're not saved unless you speak in tongues/get baptized" cult, cheers you are not saved!! I sat down and read the BIBLE in about 5 days, and the Holy Spirit showed me the correct Way! cheers

[@freddytw206]

I believe incest and paedophilia is worse than homosexuality. When children are raped, God's heart is torn. Most gay people were molested. I know!! Homosexual life is a sad and lonely life. God does not bless these relationships though He loves each one.

[@daveyboy6985]

@@freddytw206yes, I think we Intrinsically know deep down what are worse sins than others.

[@lovestodesign]

@@freddytw206 GOD NEVER said pedophilia is “worse” than homosexuality. They’re BOTH a sin. He said if you break one commandment you’ve broken all of them. He covered that point when he added two more commandments in the New Testament (1)”love the Lord your God with all your heart, mind and strength” and (2) to “love your neighbor as yourself” If you truly love people, you won’t WANT to do anything to hurt them….you won’t WANT to steal from them, or lie to them, or murder them, commit adultery on your spouse, etc…You won’t NEED the LAW to tell you you can’t do those things, because you won’t WANT to do them anyway, with OR without the law. God does not “wink” at sin. If he says in his word something is a sin, it’s a sin. It doesn’t matter if we say it’s not, HE is GOD and WE are NOT! He created us, and HE gets to set the standards. This “I’m okay, you’re okay” attitude of I can do whatever I want as long as I believe it’s okay, is NOT BIBLICAL. Yesterday I read a comment from a self-confessed practicing witch who SAYS she “loves Jesus”……she was very adamant and everyone ELSE was wrong, according to her. She’s convinced God is okay with witchcraft when there are so many scriptures that CONDEMN witchcraft and anything that has to do with the occult. People see what they WANT to see, and not what’s ACTUALLY written in the Word of God. If you google scriptures on homosexuality, you’ll find many, both Old and New Testament, that have nothing good to say about it. But people STILL try to twist the scriptures to find any excuse to continue in their sin.

[@bluesky5940]

I so appreciate your show Becket. I struggled with sexual identity and came to see it as sex addiction, particularly painful around same sex attraction. I did so much work on myself to feel better. Finally when I asked Jesus to heal me, he did. The obsession and compulsion are gone. This was 15 years ago. I experienced sexual abuse as a child and grew up in a home where one parent was alcoholic and believe that those fact's affected me, caused so much confusion and suffering. I'm very grateful for the healing I've experienced and know that many gay and bisexual people are extremely unhappy and confused. Jesus heals. Thank you for your powerful message.

[@willettej7988]

When we attend a wedding, we are witnesses to that union and condoning that union (ie if you don’t condone it, “speak now or forever hold your peace.”) I would feel like a hypocrite going to a gay wedding. Thanks, Becket, for talking with this fabulous guest!

[@pearlettadouglas4218]

God made man and woman to married to each other.

[@gloriagamble322]

Lord is DELIVERER!

[@christinestrubhar5888]

Right, only a man and a women.

[@christinestrubhar5888]

I could never go to a gay wedding. But I think I could still love the sinner by Gods grace in other ways such a praying for them to repent. If one partner was ill I could send that one a get well card, but not both. If one partner died tho I couldn't send a sympathy card.

[@susanhellinger8917]

You couldn’t send a sympathy card if someone died??? Well that really displays God’s love…not!

[@dianegherman9785]

I am thrilled to hear a decisive biblically educated articulate conversation. My heart is deeply blessed with this bold clarity.

[@lyec355]

My male colleague married an older man and invited me a Christian to attend his wedding. He actually said to "I understands if you won't attended because of your Christian faith",very nice of him I obeyed God' voice not sending wedding gift and card .

[@kapukamasamba7397]

How refreshing to listen to a man speaking the truth so freely without shame! Amazing interview

[@karenburns4106]

Three years ago my husband and I attended our daughter’s wedding to another woman. We struggled with attending even to the moment we were there. So much pressure with the family to attend, not to have gone would have cut us off completely from the rest of our family and we wanted our daughter to know that we love her. However, we struggled so much with the celebrating something we were absolutely mourning and it showed on our faces. Now my daughter is so hurt that we ruined all her wedding pictures by wearing our devastation on our faces, and is no longer speaking to us. I completely regret attending now and wish we had made a different choice.

[@johnbugnoii]

“What good will it be for someone to gain the whole world, yet forfeit their soul.” Matthew 16:26 Thank you all for such an open and honest discussion. God bless and help us all with being lights to the world!!

[@deannaford1116]

Amen

[@MsMARYSMILE]

Thank you Becket for speaking difficult truths. Let’s love others into Heaven, not into hell. Acceptance isn’t always the best because if we truly love others we will speak & live out our Truth in JESUS’ name. 🙏🏽✝️💕

[@sovereigngodlisaloves9525]

"Love others into heaven not into hell." Well spoken. 🙏

[@samuelchery5122]

Thank you gentlemen for having the conversation that many believers don't want to have in fear of being labeled. I pray God's blessings on you both..

[@joannabruns529]

This is my first time being introduced to Dr. Robert Gagnon via you Becket and boy do I feel like I’ve been to school. Excellent 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 ….now that we or I get it….can’t imagine trying to convey this detailed truth to anyone who would disagree like he does PLEASE have him on again ❣️

[@carolhoward6257]

When you know Truth but see the disheartening confusion in society, your show is a gift and a lesson on how to continue to be a witness. The Truth is alive and this presented it biblically, intelligently and with common sense. Thank you again.

[@fredball8240]

Dr. Gagnon was on the front lines battling this stuff 15-20 years ago. This was brilliant. Thanks!

[@thisslightlysweetlife3402]

My gut feeling is that our hearts should be just as broken for an unmarried couple living together. But it also feels like most of us would not have a problem going to their house and pretending or actually feeling like it was not a big deal.

[@LlamaMamaAlpaca5]

I agree! We need to value marriage more. I had an opportunity to lovingly speak to this is issue (heterosexual cohabitation) in the life of a woman in my church, and she thanked me so much for loving her enough to walk with her as she and her boyfriend decided to marry quickly and separated until the wedding. Many Christians would welcome loving discipleship and accountability.

[@marleneholloway7775]

Where do we draw the line.

[@cameronmetz4256]

Well said

[@thisslightlysweetlife3402]

@@marleneholloway7775 Good question. It's as if we don't really draw lines. We just keep pushing the back.

[@swansonseven2851]

Member when Jesus went to the house of Zaccheus? And didn’t accuse the woman caught in adultery? Or say with the woman at the well and spoke with her? Or touched the lepers?

[@cynthiahewitt9945]

I admire your honesty so much Becket. With all of my heart. I’ve never heard a more intelligent, eloquent discussion regarding the subject matter. May God continue to bless you in every way.

[@BecketCook]

Thank you! God Bless

[@rachelhayhurst-mason7846]

I'm overwhelmed by this interview. It was sobering, uncompromising, completely sound minded and disarmingly loving all at the same time. I'm so grateful for you, Becket, and for Dr Gagnon. Bravo, and may God bless you both extravagantly 💝

[@BecketCook]

Thank you! God Bless

[@J3-16]

Hi Beckett, I am very encouraged by your faith in Lord Jesus. Your gratitude and love towards God is very evident. Lord Jesus greatly bless and keep you.

[@suestephan3255]

Once again Beckett thank you for your choice of guests. You are following the will of God. 😊

[@shepherdlamb2001]

This interview clarified something for me. I used to think attending the reception would be okay, but now I clearly see it is not. I also heard a solid, Biblical way for parents to respond if their own child is having a same sex wedding. It was very loving and balanced. Thank you, Becket, for this gracious interview!

[@vmontoya58]

Thank you! I was that parent who couldn’t attend, I wept when I heard & I weep till this day.

[@aprilbrooks7114]

And even though I am not confronted with the same issues, I join you in weeping for the unregenerate state of my unsaved children. Keep praying. God is mighty to save!

[@HildaBuitragog]

What God calls abomination cannot be called something else by man.

[@anthonybarber3872]

Keep standing for truth my brothers!

[@StarCrystal9]

Yes, we need to ask homosexuals ( both sexes...) to fight for a change into the normal stage and not to encourage them to go ahead and live it despite of everything that in their behavior does not make sense!

[@Lilly2Gbtg]

Only half way through but what a pleasure to hear Dr. Gagnon’s exposition of the Word of God! Excellent 👏🏻 in 👏🏻 every 👏🏻 way👏🏻!

[@kevingentry4659]

I could cry with relief that Dr Gagnon is speaking about this issue with such clarity and compassion. This discussion is all the more powerful because of you Becket, God truly is with you and your channel. x

[@BecketCook]

Thank you! God Bless

[@maryowen1722]

Your show is an oasis of Truth, reason, and biblical soundness! THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU! (Love the Dr’s. bow tie❤)

[@kimberlyclearwater6474]

Deeply, thoroughly, wisely examined and concluded. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@karinbaker5778]

Thank you so much Becket for your willingness to share information like this! It is soooo important! People's eternity is at stake! I cry as Iisten to your show. My heart is breaking for my gay relatives. Please keep up the awesome work!

[@jedeasas6039]

I find your content very helpful in understanding complex issues, and finding answers to hard questions about the Christian faith. Thank you, and may God bless you even more.

[@jmsimcic]

Thank you for this. I’ve had so many Christian friends either bend on this or go back-and-forth debating whether to attend. Next time I’m asked for my thoughts, I will refer them to this video.

[@BecketCook]

Thank you! God Bless

[@itsbaxter2]

A dream come true! SO pleased you were able to have Dr. Gagnon on your show!! What a blessing you both are!! Only partway through but great interview so far... knew it would be! PS: Dr. G's heartfelt words on what to say to a child entering into a gay union were so moving.

[@ritareilly8548]

Yes! Dr. Gagnon’s suggested letter or verbal response to a son or daughter in homosexuality is tremendous! It’s so important to take a stands against what could keep them from eternal life in God’s kingdom!

[@dsanders74]

If he did, the mission would be to present salvation, heaven and hell similar to how he dealt with the woman at the well. "Sin no more."

[@romanticandperky]

Good point: Our Lord and Saviour would only attend such an event to strongly rebuke all present to repent; such as He did when he upset the tables of the money-changers.

[@truthwatch2858]

It’s loving to not go to a gay wedding

[@romanticandperky]

@@truthwatch2858 That's actually true, Truth Watch. It is actually true Christian love to discourage 'gay' marriage and 'gay' sex. If you really love somebody, especially in the name of The Lord, you would never encourage them to have a same-sex relation.

[@truthwatch2858]

@@romanticandperky Amen True

[@FlyFoxPro]

Dr Gagnon’s lectures have shaped my worldview so much, glad to see him on the show!

[@ladyesther]

So deep and well thought out. Glad Becket had him on his show.

[@shannonlmc]

What an excellent informative show! Dr Gagnon really made his case biblically !!

[@sarahlaslett3279]

In the Anglican order of service the wedding used to begin with the minister addressing the congregation and saying "If anyone knows any impediment as to why these two people should not be joined together in holy matrimony you are to declare it now or thereafter to hold your peace"

[@redguitar69]

Yeshuah would not attend a gay wedding neither would I...

[@leannekirkman2888]

Thankyou for this excellent discussion. The church really needs strong guidance in this area because the evil influence is getting stronger. There is a sifting going on in the church. God help us to stand for him.

[@tamaragrooms9369]

Brilliant episode. I wish pastors would speak with such clarity. I am going to read his book.

[@caroltiller5116]

So glad you found Jesus Becket. I love you from on line because you are forgiven. My son has fought thinking he was gay. He has said that he never wanted the sex. Sometimes when people don’t feel like they fit in they will turn to somebody who they fill comfortable with. Thank God he decided to leave it behind. He was raised in a Christian home so that held him back I think from giving in. I always think if I had had another child would he not been tempted to go that way. He lives with me. My husband, his father passed last and he was sick for four or five years ago. They loved each other. When I told my husband he was gay he said he would still love him. But he has stayed away but is on disability with a decease that affects his bones and muscles. I had him when I was eighteen so we are more like sister and brother. Any how he pulled away from it. You tend to think what did I do wrong. But he never was able to feel good in it. He handles all our business and he’s home and he’s a Christian so alls well. Close call. This is kind of mixed up but that’s my story.

[@joyceburns2613]

Thank Jesus!

[@AriaGinmizu]

Don't attempt to carry the blame of satan's attacks against you and your kid. He is accuser of the brethren, and he'll try to make you feel like you caused all the warfare. Make a stand in your home against wickedness and when you see the enemy attack, claim the blood of Jesus, repent if needed but then command that devil to flee.

[@Daily_Disciple7]

Another great show Becket. Thank you 😊

[@temberharward]

Another crucial conversation needed to be had 🙌🏼

[@gordoncalbreath430]

Becket, I really appreciate this interview with Dr Gagnon. The Christian church needs this kind of content. God bless!

[@kimpreslar303]

Becket, Dr. Gagnon’s ability to faithfully and clearly convey how Scripture addresses this issue was sobering, uncanny, and extremely helpful. I loved his practical script at the end - it conveyed Truth from a heart of devotion to God and love for the other person. Definitely have him back on! ❤

[@royhooper8080]

Thank you Becket for having this man on your show….Matthew 10:32-37….in the Sermon on the Mount comes to my mine as I listen to this.

[@maryanngames9353]

Thank you for another fine guest. Had not thought of mourning the union of same sex marriage. Thank you.

[@eliara-thevoice8430]

I attended one. I have deep regrets. I am mourning the event and everything coming to fruition. It was ungodly. And the couple is involved in swinging and other vile and debaucherous activities. And they are planning to have children. It's difficult to witness. I pray for them everyday. We are tricked by Satan. All of us at various times. It's not an easy walk. May God Bless all here. Amen.

[@tamichabonian5307]

Beautifully done! Thank you both, may our God continue to use you for the Kingdom❤️

[@alysonshedd5362]

Thank you Beckett for your boldness to bring in guests who will speak the truth in love. This was so helpful today.

[@sandywong1959]

Thank you so much for this discussion and for addressing this important topic from a biblical perspective. I’ve had many discussions about this with my Christian sisters who have been invited to sane sex weddings or have children who are in a same sex marriage. We all have differing opinions… my heart does break for parents who are dealing with this. It has to be so difficult! As a believer I feel quite strongly that I could not go because attending would be celebrating sun. Your reasoning is clear and I appreciate your stance.

[@texasskygirl7890]

In this day and age and I am sure through out history, Christians try to fit the Bible to suit the culture. We are not supposed to change the Bible. The Bible is supposed to change us. "Love is love". No, love is NOT love. It is not loving for a Christian to help someone to celebrate sin. As Christians, we can absolutely love non believers. Care about them. But we can also absolutely love someone to Hell by not speaking the whole Truth.

[@georgewagner7787]

Christians follow culture more today. Can you imagine the puritans compromising on this?

[@berserkerbard]

God is Love. That’s my response to ‘Love is Love’ which is completely meaningless.

[@berserkerbard]

@@KayleePrince-we5pb that’s not what Christians mean when we say something is leading someone to hell. Hell is the wilful absence of God, it’s not a physical torture chamber, it’s a spiritual prison that they themselves have the key to. If someone is living a lifestyle that is opposed to God, they are already in a form of hell. I do not believe anyone should be in that prison, because it’s not where human beings are meant to be, but I believe people can put themselves there due to sin. And sin is wilfully going against God. Compassion is what anyone needs when they are struggling with sin, but their sins should never be accepted, because that only ties them further to sin.

[@KingsDaughter1957]

@@berserkerbard Right! because think of the unspeakable "loves" that Satan would love to throw into that mix ... I don't even want to go down into that sewer :(

[@shaunsteele6926]

love is love, and homosexuality is not love. It's sexual degeneracy. You can love someone of the same sex without having a sexual relationship with them.

[@kelkrote]

How in the world did I not know your channel before?!? Since I’ve found it 3 days ago, I’ve watched as much as I could! All so inspiring, so true! Every redeemed life is a miracle, all to the glory of the Lord. But for some reason, it moves me even more when God delivers us from our sexual prison! I’m a french believer in Jesus. Never struggled with same sex attraction. But lust and fornication was my routine. I remember when SCOTUS passed same sex marriage, I was devastated, staring at my screen and thinking America was opening doors for demons upon the land…. Then I heard a soft voice. Not condemning but convicting. And it was clear enough! I heard this: your sin is equally abominable to God. That was it! I praise God for the Holy Spirit! Could never go back to my lustful lifestyle after that!! I thank God for you, Becket! Your testimony is powerful and your ministry much needed in these dark days!

[@BecketCook]

Thank you for your support! God Bless

[@aprilbrooks7114]

What a wonderful testimony! God bless you.

[@deborahlewis930]

I am beyond grateful for this conversation❤ and for clarity on this important issue.

[@brendahankins7871]

Thank you! This is the first time I've heard someone speak about this.

[@buelahland]

Such excellent discernment and commentary!!! 🙏 thx Beckett!!!

[@stevegoble8211]

Thank you for your clear, truthful and compassionate discussion! All followers of Jesus need to hear this!

[@bethwarddesigns]

Always such an inspirational program. You have fantastic guests! Also wanted to say Becket that you look especially dapper and handsome today.

[@pamelamoore789]

Again, an incredible job, Becket. Thank you for covering these important issues...so thankful to you & your guests.

[@jeanettepretorius589]

If God calls homosexuality an abomination, attending a gay wedding by Jesus, will go against what God teaches in the Bible. Jesus does not condone sin. He does not bless gay weddings. From the beginning He made them male and female.

[@hastigehond]

Jesus did not utter a word about homosexuality

[@sunshinevibez6057]

So true Jeanette. Homosexuality is a sin. It's not complicated.

[@sharonc4965]

Yes, Jesus would have gone to rebuke and cast out that perverse / unclean spirit. All sin is a result from being enticed by the devil. He attacks the mind. So, that's why we let the mind of God in ours to help resist the wiles of the devil. If you entertain anything in your mind, it'll leak into your heart. Hence, making it hard to be become free (taking God only to deliver you). But with the Lord in you, you have a helper.

[@lindajones5337]

Thank you for this clear Biblical teaching. You are helping us to understand and articulate these difficult situations better than we could otherwise. I continue to pray for you, my dear brother. Thank you for your work.

[@BecketCook]

Thank you! God Bless

[@ceciliadunn7848]

He so eloquently and thoroughly covered this topic!! He ABSOLUTELY NAILED IT!! Many times lately, I’ve listened to “believers” speak on social topics and am grieved! I’ve even asked myself what I’m missing and when did these things become okay for the Body of Christ?! But this interview has given me hope by showing me that there, in fact, are other believers who are completely and uncompromisingly sold out to God! His Word never changes and neither should we. God be praised! 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@shelley6690]

Such good thinking, so helpful- thanks Becket

[@erinshort7799]

Thank you. This has clarified so much for me.

[@keeptrying5962]

Thank you Becket, thank you Dr. Gagnon. Becket you get the best guests! This is helpful. THANK YOU. XOXO 🙌🏼

[@gingerstoudt6978]

Thanks again Becket for covering this subject.This was a very thoughtful and thorough interview with Robert. It's sad that we even have to question this within the church. 🙏 ♥

[@murielleyoung5542]

Thank you so much for this interview. We appreciate your program and the guests that you have on your show. Dr. Robert Gagnon has been so clear in his sharing today. God bless you and your ministry. Watching often from Canada.

[@deborah777]

“ When sin is trivialized, the cross is minimized”

[@tonyaradcliffelovell2487]

I'm half way through this and the simplicity and profundity of this is mind blowing!

[@vickiendres9690]

I do appreciate everything you are doing Beckett. I really loved Dr Gagnon’s talk.

[@Sandra-cm1du]

Thank you Becket for your show and the excellent content and guest discussion.

[@ronnieingle1447]

Thank you for having Dr. Gagnon as your guest. Hes so intelligent and brings up good points.

[@crystal9626]

I would say to my child that you’re the one leaving our relationship-not me. I still love you.

[@joyceburns2613]

We're His children! The Bible says it saddens Him that we would leave Him! He gave us our kids first, remember!

[@niritzagofsky7473]

Becket, your shows are always valuable and a worthwhile experience. Thank you for arranging the excellent content.

[@annmcdermott5824]

This was a great show, Becket! Your guest did a wonderful job explaining why it would be hateful to our loved ones to attend a gay wedding. The ending of the interview where you ask him what a parent should say to their children related to attending their gay wedding was golden. Such a great way to explain to a child with love and biblical truths why attendance isn't possible.

[@kirstenberg6960]

Thank you, Becket, for having these conversations about this issue specifically. My husband and I are dealing with this question at this moment, being the only biblical Christians in his culturally Hindu (and now extended catholic) family who are all excitedly preparing to attend his sister’s homosexual “wedding” in December. My husband and I have been dreading and also preparing for this moment for 6 1/2 years. We have read the scriptures, we have spoken with elders, with red Rosaria, Butterfield’s book, and I have listened to many of your discussions on KZbin. My husband and I have come to different conclusions. He, after searching the scriptures in this particular context, seeking the input of elders, and having long discussions with his sister and family, has agreed to attend under very specific understandings. I have had my own conversation with her, and explain the reasons why I cannot attend. He has sat down with his sister and had a very direct discussion emphasizing that he loves her and wants what’s best for her, and where they disagree is on what’s best for her. He has a point like blank said he does not believe that being in a same sex union is good for her soul, nor is it a marriage. In the Hindu culture, the brother is expected to participate heavily in the wedding ceremony. He cannot support their wedding nor participate in any of the brother’s duties, both due to the issues of idols (it will be Hindu), as well as do the fact that it’s homosexual. But knowing that, if she still wants him to be there, he will attend. He has had four distinct, multiple hour long opportunities to be able to explain the gospel to her. I, in my own discussion with her, used the same language that I love her and want what’s best with her and that where she and I disagree is on what’s best for her. God gave me the opportunity to share with her what the Bible says not only about marriage starting in Genesis, but also God is unequivocal in the old testament stating that a man shall not live with a man as he would is a woman, and vice versa. The net result has been that I feel like my relationship with her has actually been better because we’ve been honest. And to my husband, she has directly said “I don’t want anyone there who is not gonna be happy for us in our wedding, except you.” My husband still goes back-and-forth and ask the question if he is doing the right thing. But we also have another complication, that if my husband does not attend, his family members will write it off as “his white Christian wife made him not come.” Whereas, if he attends, but does not participate, we are praying that the Lord will give him opportunity to explain why I am not there, and why he is there, but not participating. To further complicate this again, we just returned today from my husband’s cousin’s wedding to a cultural Catholic woman. His cousin has expressed a desire to be baptized into the Catholic church. But at the same time his cousin and his bride participated in a full Hindu ceremony, including idol worship, and the brides father made a point during the reception to single out the brides, lesbian sister, and celebrate her recent marriage to another woman. My husband and I had our hearts absolutely break when my father-in-law stated afterwards that it was nice to have attended his first “Christian” wedding. By this week, recognize that he missed ritualistic tradition for Christian belief. And my husband’s dad has stated that he believes that we are caught up in a cult, because we believe that there is only one correct view of God‘s word, and that is a biblically defined one. My husband now think that maybe God was directing us correctly in one of us attending, and the other not, because people will ask questions, and if neither of us attends, they will ask the “Catholic Christian” cousin what the Bible says, and why they can attend and celebrate this wedding but not my husband and I. And we know that my husband’s family would not receive an accurate answer as to what God says about homosexuality from his cousin and his wife. I don’t know if this is something that you might be able to speak to Becket. Or if you know someone who might be able to speak to the situation. We do not want to sin, but we feel at the moment that it is the right call for my husband to attend under the specifications that he has made, but not for me to do so. We know that we are going to come up against a lot of criticism and censure for both of our decisions.

[@deannaford1116]

I am sure that it feels painful to not support your children in this but remember that you can love your children without giving the stamp of approval on marriage that is not between a man and a woman. Stand on the Word of God. Always always put Him first..

[@allybayto]

A shame most ppl wouldn’t know this but jeez you put it well into words, but yes I love my kids of mine regardless of what their choice is I rather be respectful on what they do in their life, but hey that’s just me and no I don’t have kids of my own just an example.

[@WampanoagNative]

@@allybaytoI’d much rather RESPECT obey my Lord and Savior JESUS CHRIST. Your child cannot save you. Only Christ.

[@tricia77grace]

We already made this decision a long time ago, but always good to have it reinforced so scripturally. I really appreciate those closing comments by Dr Gagnon in regard to being manipulated or threatened by the child and the loving response to them.

[@SavedJohn316]

I so needed to hear this! My daughter is 17 and has been dating a girl for over a year and she does not understand that it is out of love that I will not be a part of that part of her life so she moved in with her Father and won't even speak to me. This confirmed that I am doing the right thing! ❤ sadly her father says he's a Christian but all the while says love is love..awful! It's a crime I pray he repents of.

[@gaildrake5940]

Stay strong God bless

[@tracy7612]

So, now you have less influence than your ex. I'm not saying march in a pride parade, but keeping her close would give you more chance for intervention.

[@anushkasekkingstad1300]

Your relationship with your husband was a failure and now your relationship with your daughter is a failure. Like Trump, you insist that nothing is your fault, despite you being the common denominator in both relationships. At least your daughter has one caring, supportive and worthwhile parent. Incapable of maintaining a relationship yourself, you seem determined to deny your daughter her happiness.

[@desiraeturner228]

AWESOME VIDEO BECKETT! Just had this exact situation happen and it DID effect my relationship with my friend. I really needed to hear this 🙌🏼

[@geraldpolmateer3255]

Dr. Robert Gagnon has very good reasons to support his position. It is good to listen to those who have thought these things through.

[@faithb4236]

Beckett i always feel that you always provide premium interviews and videos

[@nchadipoo537]

Thanks Dr Robert for such a detailed teaching you've brought across... So eye opening 👀...it has helped me in answering most questions I had on so many matters in the Bible...may God bless you and Becket 🙏... thank you!

[@aejmama4111]

Thank you for all of this thorough clarification! It's helpful to use in conversations with others in the body.❤

[@shaerayb4520]

Thank You Becket. This is something every serious follower of Christ needs to hear and know why they should respond in this way.

[@suz2761]

A few months ago, I was anticipating that I MIGHT get an invitation to a same-sex wedding of some neighbors, and I was really trying to think about my response. I knew I wouldn't attend, but I still didn't want to drop a bomb. So, I found what I thought was a graceful response. Some may think it was a copout, but I wasn't prepared for a showdown. Anyway, the response I planned was, "Thank you for the invitation, but I cannot attend the wedding due to a conflicting commitment." My conflicting commitment, of course, is my commitment to Christ. This is not to say that I would avoid all conversations about my faith, but this was a couple that I didn't know THAT well, and I thought it struck the right tone for the situation. BTW, it ended up being a non-issue because the guest list was small, but the possibility provided me an opportunity to think about my response.

[@cynthiafisher9907]

Why plan to skirt the issue? How about being always ready to give an answer for the hope that lies within you? These people are lost and in need of a savior.

[@amyqb117]

You did well with what you had. God doesn’t want us to force things down anyone’s throats especially when there is no relational connection to pass across the right message. Ofcourse if they probe me, I would continue to explain in truth.

[@suz2761]

@@cynthiafisher9907 I would absolutely share my faith, but I think this situation requires some relationship building first. I want to show that I pose no “threat,” but if I lead with what might be perceived on their end as judgment, I fear the relationship building piece might be lost. Trust me, I am in regular prayer for this couple and am actively seeking an opportunity to witness.

[@suz2761]

@@amyqb117 Absolutely. Me, too.

[@PatriotLady1991]

That was a perfect way to end the talk... when he said you become enslaved to their sin, wow! I think of Andrew Klaven and his sons wedding to another man. He said he was torn but ultimately decided to attend. Forever, he has now said he loves his son's sin more than he loves his savior. 😢

[@lloyannehurd]

That is what we have to be careful of. Being pulled into this by our emotions. It’s nice that a family member is charming and capable of love but its a deadly love.

[@georgewagner7787]

I don't know that you can say he lives his Savior less. He may have been very confused

[@catherinehazur7336]

As a Believer, start giving in and celebrating sin by doing it just this once and you most definitely lose ground, and place yourself in very dangerous territory. If you shut down your conscience, You set yourself up for more falling away, and you won't have the power to resist it. You either LEARN what God has to teach you from it THROUGH YOUR REPENTANCE, and return to His protection, or suffer the consequences. God HATES sin, and will judge it. He is extremely loving, kind, patient "toward the righteous He shows Himself righteous" and He is also perfectly just, and will reward good and evil accordingly.

[@ritareilly8548]

Wow! That’s a serious way to put it- “he loves his son’s sin more than he loves his Savior!” That’s very sobering and true. I don’t want to do that in regard to my son’s transgenderism and “marriage” to my daughter in law.

[@tracy7612]

You don't know God's mind, but you certainly know how to alienate someone. Jesus did not alienate. Even when admonishing people, He did it with Love.

[@sahndrastarnes8402]

Very good! Very helpful to me as a parent of a daughter who is engaging in a homosexual relationship. You have reinforced my beliefs that I should continue to hold to the Bible on this subject.

[@Gibeah]

seeing what he said at the Pharisee dinners, you might not want him to... like. he came. but😂 If he gets invited he's gonna call them out 💯%...

[@believingtoday]

A superb presentation.