Sometimes we get used to routines. But when the routine takes a turn... it may become necessary to change directions. Scenic routes aren't always the best ones to travel down. Praying for Godly direction. Which road do we travel down next?
Right now it is time to turn another page in the atlas of my life.
Philippians 4:8-9
New International Version (NIV)
8 Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. 9 Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you.
I have always felt that people should all get an equal chance for love, compassion, equality and fairness. I still stand on that.
My son has been part of a wonderful oragnization for three years. I loved watching him grow and mature as he mingled with other children while learning become a fine citizen... as a child and... one day... a man. He has been supported by the leaders of this organization who love and respect D.J. for who he is. I applaud them and give them my highest respect and unendless thank you's.
But something has changed. It is not my heart towards this but my mind. I had to change my stinkin' thinkin'. I had no idea that I would be the one who would stand against change. Not in this area. One of my best friends stays faced in this direction in her home life. The road she takes travels through many scenes. She appears happy. She and her girlfriend are fine with who they are. I know the real back ground of why she became who she is. Until you know her story, I wouldn't place judgement. I understand who she is and why.
I am not a homophobic nor predjudice. Hate the sin, love the sinner. Right? Let me make it clear that it is the sin that I do not want to be a part of.
However, when it comes to morals that I want my children to be in and have, I am against certain things. Why? In the Bible God instructs this...
"If a man lies with a male as he lies with a woman, both of them have committed an abomination." (Leviticus 20:13).
I looked up with definition of abomination :
The oath of this organization is this...
On my honor I will do my best
To do my duty to God and my country
and to obey the "..." Law;
To help other people at all times;
To keep myself physically strong,
mentally awake, and morally straight.
If I go by what the Bible tells me the oath is no longer correct. My son quoting his oath and be untruthful. This is my conviction. I hope one day it will be his as well.
This is what is written into new "laws":
Youth membership in the "........" is open to all youth who meet the specific membership requirements to join the "...., ...., ....., .... and the ....." programs. Membership in any program of the :.............."requires the youth member to (a) subscribe to and abide by the values expressed in the "...." Oath and "...." Law, (b) subscribe to and abide by the precepts of the Declaration of Religious Principle (duty to God), and (c) demonstrate behavior that exemplifies the highest level of good conduct and respect for others and is consistent at all times with the values expressed in the "...." Oath and "...." Law. No youth may be denied membership in the ".... ..... ....."on the basis of sexual orientation or preference alone."
Duty to God? Behaviour that exemplifies the highest of good conduct and respect? Morally straight?
I am a bit confused here.
I do know that not all homosexuals are violators or perpertators. I know not all homosexuals are pedophiles to obtain what they need by trickery or seductive ways. Please do not judge my removal of my son due to my thoughts toward those innocent of that kind of thinking. It is against the principles.
I will stand up for my rights as a Christian parent. My child may get compassion confused with affection attention. I can not and will not close my eyes to possiblities of exposure to things which will come between my son and his safety. Safety of mind or body.
Please pray with me as we watch our world change before our eyes. We are travelling through unknown territories. I have a feeling as things in this world change at such a fast pace, that we may be travelling down a route to dangers ahead.
My son is not going to be buckled in by my hands, clean or unclean, to take that ride. I have had to make deliberate changes in my thinking. It is for the protection of my family and my respect to God.
I re-post the Word...
Philippians 4:8-9
New International Version (NIV)
I have always felt that people should all get an equal chance for love, compassion, equality and fairness. I still stand on that.
My son has been part of a wonderful oragnization for three years. I loved watching him grow and mature as he mingled with other children while learning become a fine citizen... as a child and... one day... a man. He has been supported by the leaders of this organization who love and respect D.J. for who he is. I applaud them and give them my highest respect and unendless thank you's.
But something has changed. It is not my heart towards this but my mind. I had to change my stinkin' thinkin'. I had no idea that I would be the one who would stand against change. Not in this area. One of my best friends stays faced in this direction in her home life. The road she takes travels through many scenes. She appears happy. She and her girlfriend are fine with who they are. I know the real back ground of why she became who she is. Until you know her story, I wouldn't place judgement. I understand who she is and why.
I am not a homophobic nor predjudice. Hate the sin, love the sinner. Right? Let me make it clear that it is the sin that I do not want to be a part of.
However, when it comes to morals that I want my children to be in and have, I am against certain things. Why? In the Bible God instructs this...
"If a man lies with a male as he lies with a woman, both of them have committed an abomination." (Leviticus 20:13).
I looked up with definition of abomination :
a·bom·i·na·tion
[ ə bòmmi náysh'n ]
- something horrible: an object of intense disapproval or dislike
- something shameful: something that is immoral, disgusting, or shameful
- intense dislike: a feeling of intense dislike or disapproval toward somebody or something
The oath of this organization is this...
On my honor I will do my best
To do my duty to God and my country
and to obey the "..." Law;
To help other people at all times;
To keep myself physically strong,
mentally awake, and morally straight.
If I go by what the Bible tells me the oath is no longer correct. My son quoting his oath and be untruthful. This is my conviction. I hope one day it will be his as well.
This is what is written into new "laws":
Youth membership in the "........" is open to all youth who meet the specific membership requirements to join the "...., ...., ....., .... and the ....." programs. Membership in any program of the :.............."requires the youth member to (a) subscribe to and abide by the values expressed in the "...." Oath and "...." Law, (b) subscribe to and abide by the precepts of the Declaration of Religious Principle (duty to God), and (c) demonstrate behavior that exemplifies the highest level of good conduct and respect for others and is consistent at all times with the values expressed in the "...." Oath and "...." Law. No youth may be denied membership in the ".... ..... ....."on the basis of sexual orientation or preference alone."
Duty to God? Behaviour that exemplifies the highest of good conduct and respect? Morally straight?
I am a bit confused here.
I do know that not all homosexuals are violators or perpertators. I know not all homosexuals are pedophiles to obtain what they need by trickery or seductive ways. Please do not judge my removal of my son due to my thoughts toward those innocent of that kind of thinking. It is against the principles.
I will stand up for my rights as a Christian parent. My child may get compassion confused with affection attention. I can not and will not close my eyes to possiblities of exposure to things which will come between my son and his safety. Safety of mind or body.
Please pray with me as we watch our world change before our eyes. We are travelling through unknown territories. I have a feeling as things in this world change at such a fast pace, that we may be travelling down a route to dangers ahead.
My son is not going to be buckled in by my hands, clean or unclean, to take that ride. I have had to make deliberate changes in my thinking. It is for the protection of my family and my respect to God.I re-post the Word...
Philippians 4:8-9
New International Version (NIV)
8 Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. 9 Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you.
I think I like these "laws" best.
God bless you as you make decisions for your family and yourself as well.
I think I like these "laws" best.
God bless you as you make decisions for your family and yourself as well.
I love it Mary very well spoken :)
ReplyDeleteAmber, thank you. I hope it will speak for more than just me. God Bless you.
DeleteIt is hard making the decision that we have had to make for our boys.... all I can say is WELL SAID MARY!
ReplyDeleteLove ya Mary
Yes, the decision was not taken lightly. It took so much prayer. I will keep praying...for all of us.
DeleteSurprised and somewhat sad about your decision. He is your son and I know you will do as you think best for him.
ReplyDeleteI even surprised myself. Doing my best for him isn't always the popular decision, but it is one that is necessary at this time.
DeleteMay God bless you for the decision you had to make. It is hard when we have to make these decisions, but we cannot go against God's word. He does not change, so we should not compromise our convictions. We can love the sinners, but still hate their sin.
ReplyDeleteAmen Ruth. Thank you for the support. I want to explain more of my feelings. Maybe next blog. Waiting on God's timing.
ReplyDeleteJust wanted to let you know--my husband has dedicated his life to the Boy Scouts. He has meetings almost every day of the week, served as a Commissioner to several troops, trained others (boys and adults), and learned how to be a dad from this organization. However, this week, he resigned from his positions of leadership. My son is an eagle. He will no longer participate in leadership as well. It is time for Christian men and boys (and moms and wives) to stand up for what is right and not compromise in the same way a lot of churches have done over the past several years. I applaud you! Great job, Mary.
ReplyDeleteIt saddens my heart to see things falling apart in front of our eyes. Praying for peace over discouragement through this decision for both your husband and your son. The rewards for standing up to our Christian principles will prove fullfilling.
DeleteWe are in the process of making this decision as well. It's going to be a very difficult decision because our family life is scouting. I was a Webelos' leader and a Girl Scout leader for 4 ranks. I hate that the Boy Scout organization is making this about sexual orientation and not about the boys. I agree love the sinner, hate the sin... but to push that on to my son is just plain wrong on so many levels. Noah troop is with a church organization, so we are also making decisions with his SM. Aunt Mary, this is a great article :)
ReplyDeleteKeep praying for God to lead you down the path you need to go. Tell Noah I love him. Keep me posted on how things are going. Do what is right in your heart and mind. When you really listen to and obey God, there will come peace. Find other family things to do. Our family will be doing more outdoors things. Hiking being on the menu. Man cannot stop what God has started. It may appear so... they may look like they are winning.... Just remember mans rejection is God's redirection. I am proud of you, sweetie. Much love to all of you.
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