Are People Born Gay?

Is Homosexuality Genetic? - Courtesy of Exodus Global Alliance

No, homosexuality is not genetic. But neither do people choose to have homosexual feelings.

Genetics is the domain of science. So let’s consider what science has found regarding homosexuality and genetics. First, science has found that sexuality and sexual orientation are some of the most complex aspects of people and the answers to simple questions like “Is homosexuality genetic?” are not simple. For example, science does not have any test that can identify homosexuals from heterosexuals – no gene or DNA test, no blood or hormone test, no organ test.

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 )

Is Homosexuality Natural?

... It is argued that because examples of homosexual behavior can be found in nature, homosexuality is “natural.” Notwithstanding such examples, homosexuality is a departure from, rather than a conformance with, the law of nature—for several reasons.

First off, all sorts of things can be found in nature, from birth defects and disease to incest and cannibalism. Existence in nature does not imply normative with nature.

We have compassion for a child born with Down syndrome precisely because it is unnatural—not “unnatural” because it is rare or a result of non-natural causes, but because we sense it is not the way things are meant to be in the natural order of things.

Next, from natural considerations same-sex couples "don't fit." The obvious physiological differences between males and females attest that heterosexual couples are equipped (and designed) to come together and accomplish a natural function for which same-sex couples cannot fit. Nature multiplies and flourishes not from sameness but complementarity.

(Excerpted from an article by Regis Nicoll, All Things Examined, entitled "Bench Legislation" )

What is the right response to Gay Theology?

Do not allow gay theology to divorce the Old testament from the New or the written words of the Apostles from the spoken words of Jesus Christ. This is a good trick, but its no longer working because God is preparing to bring millions of gays and lesbians back to His feet. He has already chosen many of us for this specific purpose and He is waiting for YOU to accept His call.

(Excerpted from an article by Charlene Cothran , Redeemed! 10 Ways to Get Out of the Gay Life, If You Want Out )

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 )