Period. Paragraph. End of story. Amen.
What, I need to explain myself? Defend my statement? Okay, perhaps this brief stream of consciousness will suffice.
With the supposed "re-definition of marriage" as a legal bond between any two consenting adults, it has become apparent that the previous - and eternal - definition of marriage must be reintroduced to society. Marriage, true marriage, never was simply between a man and a woman. A true bond of marriage is a contract between a man, a woman and God. Man and Woman covenant with God to love each other, to cleave unto each other, to support each other and be completely faithful to each other. God, in return, seals the couple together, lending them divine intervention and assistance in times of trial, provided they are both faithful to all covenants they have theretofore made and are continually striving to aid each other and come closer to God. Thus, marriage unites a trinity into a force of one purpose - eternal life, eternal progression, and eternal posterity.
Marriage in this sense is unselfish. True joy is found within this righteous bond, but it takes hard work and dedication. The benefits of a righteous marriage span endless generations, as we all are indirectly affected by the collective decisions of our ancestors. One broken marriage, one fatal misstep in spiritual conduct, and an entire branch of family can end, or be diverted down unknown and tragic roads. One righteous marriage, however, with continued support throughout eternities, affects potentially millions of lives for the better.
Same-sex marriage, on the other hand, is entirely selfish. It is all about the wedded couple, all about the personal benefits they receive, and does nothing to support future generations. It ends true family bloodlines instantly. Most of all, God is not involved. He does not seal the bastardized matrimony with His Holy Priesthood because He hath declared it sinful and unrighteous.
People of the legal world do not care about God, because they fail to find an adequate way to define Him. This very problem happened in Rome, and was supposedly "solved" by the Nycean Creed. However, such creeds "are an abomination to [Him]." God created man in His own image; men cannot then recreate God in their own image. Thus, God is incomprehensible to the legal world, so they discount Him and refuse to have any dealings directly involving Him, His nature, or His law.
Thus, to the legal world, it makes perfect sense that marriage should be extended to all individuals, because "all men are created equal." They do not claim to define the nature of this creation, aside from describing its intended purpose as making everyone equal. Thus, man and woman, even things which can clearly be defined as different, are made equal by cold, dispassionate law. Marriage can no longer be legally defined as "man and woman" because legally "man = woman," so there can no distinction be made on a legal basis. Plain, simple, unfettered equality.
To God, however, while all souls are equally loved, we are all made with unique purposes, unique trials, and indeed an individual gender. "in the image of God created he him; male and female created he them." Gender is a specific, intentional difference which divides us, defines us, and unites us with God. It helps give our lives purpose and meaning, and enables us to become co-creators with God, empowering us with the responsibility of bringing His spirits into this world.
Thus, marriage can be declared as "between a man and woman and God," because it is God who sets the terms. Despite changing legal definitions, marriage in this manner, and ONLY this manner, is ordained of God. God's law is not man's law, although oftentimes they intersect. Changing one will not inherently change the other, and God's laws themselves are unchanging. Infinite and eternal, God relies not upon any concept of time or circumstance; He sets all bars as they are, and He doth not waver in His decisions.
Thus, one can plainly see that the only true definition of marriage has been and will always be "a covenant between a man, a woman and God." Period, paragraph, end of conversation.
This document does not in any way represent the official views of the Church as a whole; it is merely the theories of my own study and personal revelation, written down in a manner suitable for presentation and future personal study.
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ReplyDelete1. Not all same sex marriages are civil unions. Many are conducted in churches of varying faiths. Just because YOUR faith disagrees with it, does not make it false.
ReplyDelete2. Marriage is not selfish. Just because it does not involve God does not make it selfish. I am in a straight marriage, and my ceremony was civil and completely secular. I married this person because I feel as though they help bring out the best in who I am, and help me benefit the immediate world around me, and hopefully society one day society as a whole. I don't care about my relationship with God. I don't believe in a God(s). But I completely care about my relationship with society and the world around me. Being in this partnership only encourages me to be a better person and to assist and be kind to others in the world around me. Plus, let's not forget that marriage was originally a ceremony in which monarchs bartered their offspring to ensure military treaties. A ritual which predates Christian thought by the way.
3. I dont know if God does or doesn't exist. But I am pretty sure that if he does, he would be just fine with the children (whom he is described to have created in his image) to marry to whatever consenting adults they so choose and are naturally attracted to. Yes, naturally. Being gay is natural and from birth, and is not and has never been a choice. Why would gay people subject themselves to the hatred and bigotry voiced by people like you? Thankfully you're in the decreasing minority as time goes on. Enjoy it while it lasts.
Plus you punched a girl in the face in high school during a discussion. This makes any argument you make or will ever make 100% invalid as you obviously do not know how to act and behave in society.
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Delete1) your lack of belief in God, makes it impossible for you to understand why someone believes in 1 faith over another as correct principles.
Delete2) Marriage can be selfish, (In the case of monarchs) but sometimes it isn't. However, it doesn't pre-date christian theology. You should get your history right.
3) Same argument as #1
4) you're still stuck in high school and need to find your balls. Apparently Tyler has grown and you have devolved into an ugly person.
I thank you for taking the time to respond to this blog post. I appreciate your concern for this, perhaps the most vital institution of human society.
DeleteI am aware that the institution of marriage can be derived from traditions which well predate Christianity. This can be plainly seen even as we look in the bible, as marriage is referred to commonly in the Old Testament, which predates the ministry of Christ by hundreds, if not thousands, of years. The idea that it is a covenant with God, however, is different from the mainstream view of marriage, and this is what I attempted to highlight in my post. Certainly you are free to disagree with my belief; my point was not to force everyone to conform to a specific mindset, but rather to explain my own beliefs.
I realize I have said some things which could be perceived as inflammatory comments. It was not my intent to offend, but I realize there are people who misunderstand and misquote my words, and they are entitled to their own opinions. Agency is eternal, after all. The scriptures do say, however, that "the wicked take the truth to be hard." I speak in these matters not of myself alone, but through the words of God and His revealed truth. If they seem harsh and inflammatory, then that is according to the individual receiving them, not necessarily the speaker.
As for the event which happened in high school; as Shakespeare wrote, "'Twas I, but 'tis not I." I would hope that the entire sum total of a person would not be nullified by a single error in judgement they made years ago. If it were such, then no man would be allowed to voice any opinion, because we all have had lapses of judgement at some point or another in our histories.
I am glad that God gives us the opportunity to repent of our mistakes, and would that I had the opportunity to apologize personally to all those I have wronged, and comply to whatever restitution is deemed necessary.
I appreciate your concern for myself, and would like you to know that I am well enough off. If persecution rages, I simply remember the words of the Savior; "And ye shall be hated of all men for my name's sake: but he that endureth to the end shall be saved."
Once again, thank you for your concerns, and I will take them into consideration. They may not change my belief or opinion, but they provide insight into the beliefs of others, which is always appreciated. Understanding is the key to peace and prosperity.
Before I begin I'd like for implore you to read everything I have to say and actually think about it. I took the time out of my day to read what you have written, do me the same courtesy.
ReplyDeleteAlright, I'd like to start by saying you are correct Tyler. I agree with what you are saying. Marriage is most definitely defined as between a man, a woman and the big G.O.D. Though Brandon is correct in the fact that marriage has been used for political gain, these marriages have all been sealed by a faith.
Let's dive a bit deeper. Why are those yucky gay people allowed for ruin such a holy union? You've already said it, a man is the legal equal of a woman. But who is deciding what is equal? Well, it's the State (Govament).
I think I'm starting to see the problem here. The State is defining what's happening with marriage, which is, as you've said, a religious act. Now I did a little research on the all-powerful Google and I found this crazy document called the Constitution of the United States of America. Now in this document there's a clause that talks about the separation of church and state. Now what is the state doing getting there hands into religious things? One reason might be to give incentives to the people by giving tax breaks since marriage help create a stronger society and a stronger economy and we need the incentives because we don't trade cows for little girls like the olden days when marriage was pure and holy.
You are right Tyler, now the way we fix the problem is by separating the giant corporation...er, church, from the State. So stand up with me! Fight to put an end to the hypocrisy our State is creating by allowing giant entities, such as your church, from influencing what goes on in our State. Join me in the next rally. Know that I've you don't you are committing the same hypocrisy and you are just an privileged white boy blindly shouting ignorant garble into the ether. I'll have a sign ready for you.
-with love,
Anthony Collen
I appreciate your concern for me, but your last paragraph confuses me, and appears to make me a hypocrite either way. Either I will become a true hypocrite and abandon all my belief in divinity, or I will be labeled by yourself a hypocrite for not sharing the same belief as you.
DeleteOh well. I will not be joining in any rallies - in fact, at this point I am in Chicago - but I wish you luck in your own individual efforts. All men are entitled to their own beliefs; I merely wish to explain my own.
I see you are as ignorant as ever, Tyler.
ReplyDeleteBy the way, I hope my tooth scarred your hand.
Sincerely,
The girl you punched in high school
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DeleteWow if you're still stuck in high school. I hope that maybe his hand knocked sense into you. But sadly it doesn't seem it did.
DeleteI'm not stuck in high school. Believe it or not, I live across the country and am currently far more successful than Tyler could ever hope to be. I'd definitively say the same with regard to you, but unfortunately, you're the type of coward who talks shit anonymously on the internet.
DeleteI apologize for my inconsiderate actions taken in the past. Know that I am much changed since then, and I do not wish you any harm. In fact, I feel bad enough about any harm which I have already caused.
DeleteI am glad that you feel you are successful. In fact, I wish you a prosperous and happy life. It is true that you will probably be more "successful" than myself, as we both likely define success differently, and I currently seek not to climb the socioeconomic ladder.
May you find what you are looking for;
-Tyler
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