Q. What is Homosexuality?- Exodus Global Alliance -
Factsheet on Homosexuality - Gordon Moyes - 2007 -
Q. Does Having Homosexual Fantasies Mean You Are Homosexual? - Sy Rogers
A homosexual is a person who has ONGOING erotic and romantic desire for, and sexual involvement with the same sex. To be 'gay' is more of a social (and political) statement, in which a homosexual person embraces a lifestyle and identity that is supportive of homosexuality. (One of the questions answered by Sy in an article called "Questions I am Most asked about Homosexuality)
Are people born Gay?
Q. Is Homosexuality Genetic? - Exodus Global Alliance -
Q. Are Homosexuals "Born" or "Made"? - Sy Rogers
Some homosexuals comfort themselves with the thought that their feelings could be biologically programmed within, beyond choice or any personal responsibility. Gay activists claim that homosexuals are born gay, and that homosexuality should therefore be viewed as normal and natural. Yet, others with a homosexual orientation feel trapped by such logic, fearing they are hopeless victims of a genetic fate they want no part of. Certainiy, people don't choose to develop homosexual feelings. But that does not mean one is born pre-programmed to be forever homosexual. We are not bio-robots. And we cannot ignore environmental influences and our reactions to such influences. (One of the questions answered by Sy in an article called "Questions I am Most asked about Homosexuality - scroll down in the document )
Q. What Would Be Other Factors in Encouraging the Development of Homosexuality? - Sy Rogers
Science has yet to prove an absolute biological cause of all 10 types of homosexuality ... However, there is data underscoring the view that some types of homosexuality are the result of problems in psychological development. Even though homosexuals may have differing backgrounds, many also have similar trends and patterns in their histories. For example in Singapore, of my homosexually oriented clients in 1991, 83% of the men and almost 70% of the women reported being victims of sexual abuse or molest, before the age of 12. Additionally, well over 90% reported the sense of being neglected or unloved in childhood especially by the parent of the same sex. 40% reported physical abuse. Another common trend in my clients, is an unfortunate history of being ridiculed and labelled 'homosexual" during their pre-teen and teen years. Labelling has tremendous power to damage and alter self image (One of the questions answered by Sy in an article called "Questions I am Most asked about Homosexuality - scroll down in the document )
Is Change Possible?
Q. Has Science Proved Homosexuality Can Not Be Changed?- Exodus Global Alliance -
Q. What do you mean when you say homosexuals can change?- Exodus Global Alliance -
Q. Why would a Homosexual person want to Change? - Exodus Global Alliance -
Q. "Ex Gay," Fact or Fantasy - Exodus Global Alliance -
Q. There Are Those Who Would Argue That Homosexuality Cannot Be Changed. Nor Should It Need To Be.
What Do You Say?- Sy Rogers
After two decades of pro-gay influence in the American Psychoanalytic Association, the concept of offering treatment for those unhappy with their homosexual orientation has practically been abandoned. Until recently*, therapists of the last 25 years were given little training beyond encouraging their homosexually-oriented clients to embrace that orientation as the only realistic route to mental health and happier living. (Many of my clients have suffered greatly as a consequence of such counsel). The assumption is that homosexual orientation cannot be modified to any degree. And in the age of western political correctness, gay activists would add that such orientation should not need to be changed. Regardiess of one's life philosophy, the fact remains: not all who are homosexually-oriented want to be.(One of the questions answered by Sy in an article called "Questions I am Most asked about Homosexuality - scroll down in the document )
Q. There Are Critics of Your Efforts Who Say that People Who Attempt To Overcome Homosexuality Are Just "Martyrs", Repressing Their True Sexuality ... Or That People Who Did Change Were Never True Homosexuals To Begin With. And What About Those Who Tried To Change but Went Back to Homosexuality? - Sy Rogers
I'll answer the last point first. Regrettably, every recovery program has its "failure rate". There are those who begin the recovery journey and then decide it's not what they want ... or frankly, they decide it's too hard ... and it IS difficult in the beginning. Unfortunately, not only do clients sometimes fall back or give up -- but counselors, pastors, therapists and psychiatrists are also not immune to sexual desire. Many professionals have been victims of their own misunderstandings, passions and wrong choices. Tragically, when leaders and counselors have moral failures, especially in my specific field, this not only results in personal consequences, but also discredits recovery programs like our own. (One of the questions answered by Sy in an article called "Questions I am Most asked about Homosexuality - scroll down in the document )
TESTIMONIES
Redeemed! 10 Ways to Get Out of the Gay Life, If You Want Out - by Charlene E. Cothran
The Man in the Mirror - by Sinclair "Sy" Rogers
How does a Homosexual Person Change?
Q. How does a Homosexual Person Change?- Exodus Global Alliance -
A personal journey—reflections on change - Laurie Jean Wilson -
Q. How Do You Help People with Homosexual Problems? - Sy Rogers
First, people will have to want our help. Obviously, not all homosexuals want to change. Some view their condition as unchangeable and seek to make it a positive part of their lives. However, those contacting us have pretty much made up their minds: They want to change and they want help. Previously, most of our clients have attempted to live the "gay life" -- sometimes, doing so for several years. Ultimately, they were not satisfied and also admitted to a deep moral conflict within that would not go away no matter how much they tried to embrace a liberal, pro-homosexual viewpoint. In today's more permissive societies, people generally have the freedom to pursue their homosexuality if so desired. Yet those seeking to overcome a homosexual condition deserve our support in pursuing this option. (One of the questions answered by Sy in an article called "Questions I am Most asked about Homosexuality - scroll down in the document )
Questions Teenagers Ask?
Q. Is it normal to have homosexual feelings during adolescence? / If I think I might be gay or lesbian, do I have to decide right now? / I don't want to be gay. What do I do with my feelings? - Exodus Global Alliance -
God & Christianity
Q. Some people say God hates homosexuals. What do you think? - Exodus Global Alliance -
Human Sexuality - Written by the Christian Medical & Dental Associations, USA -
Q. The Homosexual Issue Has Also Created Controversy in the Religious Arena. Some Say God Condemns Homosexuals. Others Say Homosexuality Is a Gift from God. What Is Your Opinion? Â - Sy Rogers
Many with a homosexual orientation are quite interested in matters of faith, particularly the Christian faith. This is due to the longstanding and global influence of the Judeo-Christian ethic regarding homosexuality. Based on my research of the Scriptures, combined with my exposure to pro-gay theology, and my study of many works by theological experts on the subject of sexuality and homosexuality, here are my conclusions.
Homosexual orientation is one of many weaknesses affecting humanity. Those with this orientation are NOT excluded from God's love, nor are they less of a person in His sight. Those wanting to enter religious service should be allowed to do so, provided they are not homosexually active, and they control, not cultivate their homosexual orientation. It is clear from Scripture that all who claim allegiance to Christ are required to obey God's general sexual standard: No sex outside of the covenant of heterosexual marriage. Why? For protection of self and others, as sex has the power of life and death. . (One of the questions answered by Sy in an article called "Questions I am Most asked about Homosexuality - scroll down in the document )
Familys' Perspectives
A Mother's Story of Change- by Cherrie Rowe - Exodus International
God Restored My Marriage (Beth's Story) - Exodus International -
Free At Last (Mike's Story) - Exodus International -
Society & Accepting Homosexuality
Q. Wouldn't Promiscuity among Homosexuals Decrease If "Being Gay", and Gay Weddings Were Socially Accepted? - Sy Rogers
Perhaps for some, but probably not for many, especially among gay males. According to research, gay males unlike lesbians, are much less likely to sustain faithfulness to a partner. This fact is not the result of intolerant societies. Rather, it is a reflection of the dynamics in the male-male union, and the underlying unmet needs driving the homosexual. A smaller percentage of "lifestyle' homosexual males do have lengthy and sometimes very stable, satisfying relationships. But many more unions are often admittedly "open" partnerships in which infidelity is considered an enhancement of the relationship. Some who argue for increasing acceptance claim that it will reduce the incidence of promiscuity common to the gay lifestyle. They say that an unaccepting society simply drives homosexuals into a shadowy, promiscuous "underground", but legitimizing and destigmatizing homosexuality would end this risky activity. Â (One of the questions answered by Sy in an article called "Questions I am Most asked about Homosexuality - scroll down in the document )
Q. Does My Ministry Risk Encouraging Homophobia?- Sy Rogers
No. As a matter of fact, just the opposite. (In fact there are gay activists who recognize this.) As a child, teenager and adult, I routinely suffered verbal and physical abuse due to homophobic reactions to my alleged homosexuality. (I say "alleged" because those abusing me didn't know if I was truly homosexual or not. They "assumed".) I well understand the injustice many homosexually-oriented people suffer. I work hard to counter homophobic attitudes -- especially among religious groups, who are perceived as the least tolerant toward homosexuals. A major part of my ministry effort is spent in educational opportunities, wherein I seek to cultivate understanding, respect and compassion for those who are homosexually-oriented. Â (One of the questions answered by Sy in an article called "Questions I am Most asked about Homosexuality - scroll down in the document )
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