This document discusses issues related to same-sex marriage and homosexuality from a Christian perspective. It addresses arguments about genetic causes of homosexuality, biblical passages related to homosexuality, how the church should minister to homosexual couples, and how Christians can stand for traditional marriage. It provides information on legal and advocacy organizations supporting traditional marriage and ministries helping with homosexual issues. It also discusses political issues in Nevada related to same-sex partnerships and encourages Christians to trust God's sovereignty and focus on their mission to make disciples.

1. Concluding Questions to the Attack On
the Institution of Marriage
1. What about a Gay Gene?
There is no gay gene:
Peter LaBarbera, who heads Americans for Truth About Homosexuality, "People need to understand that the 'gay
gene' theory has been one of the biggest propaganda boons of the homosexual movement over the last 10 [or] 15
years," he points out. "Studies show that if people think that people are born homosexual they're much less likely
to resist the gay agenda."
American Psychological Association publication includes an admission that there's no homosexual "gene" --
meaning it's not likely that homosexuals are born that way.
Quote from APA:
"There is no consensus among scientists about the exact reasons that an individual develops a
heterosexual, bisexual, gay or lesbian orientation. Although much research has examined the possible
genetic, hormonal, developmental, social, and cultural influences on sexual orientation, no findings have
emerged that permit scientists to conclude that sexual orientation is determined by any particular factor or
factors. Many think that nature and nurture both play complex roles...."
Homosexuality is a choice and it is sin.
Leviticus 18:22
Leviticus 20:13
Romans 1: 18, 24
Romans 1: 26-27
1 Corinthians 6:9-10
1 Timothy 1:8-10
God created male and female to be heterosexual.
Genesis 1: 27, Matthew 19: 4 and Mark 10: 6
Homosexuals can be saved----repentance and conversion
Roman 10: 8-10 and 1 Corinthians 6: 9-11
Websites:
http://www.onenewsnow.com/Culture/Default.aspx?id=528376
http://www.narth.com/docs/istheregene.html
2. What is the position of Parkside Bible Church towards same sex marriage and how would we minister to a homosexual
couple who came to our church?
God’s Word instructs us that homosexuality is sin, therefore, same sex marriage is sin and is considered an
abomination to God’s plan for marriage, the family and mankind.
Scripture (Romans 1, Leviticus 18:22, I Corinthians 6:9)
God created human beings as male and female and intended for the expression of sexual intimacies to be fully
consummated only within the heterosexual marriage relationships (Genesis 1 & 2).
Love the sinner, but hate the sin.
Be compassionate in dealing with persons who struggle with homosexual orientation as well as to give clear
warnings and to teach against homosexual practice through the application of God’s Word.
Through prayer, appropriate personal ministry, repentance and salvation some persons will be able to change through
God’s life changing grace from a homosexual to heterosexual orientation, opening the way for heterosexual marriage.
Roman 10: 8-10 and 1 Corinthians 6: 9-11
3. How can we as Christians be the “salt and light” unto a dying world in regards to same sex marriage issue?
Continual prayer for our leaders and our country that there would be re-examining of our culture and family values.
Involvement and knowing how to defend your faith
LIBERTY COUNSEL – http://www.lc.org/---is a nonprofit litigation, education and policy organization
dedicated to advancing religious freedom, the sanctity of human life and the traditional family. Established in
1989, Liberty Counsel is a nationwide organization with offices in Florida, Virginia, and Washington, D.C., and
hundreds of affiliate attorneys across the nation.
ALLIANCE DEFENSE FUND--- http://www.alliancedefensefund.org/main/default.aspx --- Responding to the
urgent need for the legal defense and advocacy of religious freedom.
CITIZENS LINK---- http://www.citizenlink.org/---connected to Focus On the Family
FAMILY RESEARCH COUNCIL--- http://www.frc.org/ Defending faith, family and freedom
RUTH INSTITUTE ---- http://www.ruthinstitute.org/---protect traditional marriage

2. GREATER HOPE – www.greaterhope.org---an Evangelical Christian ministry promoting freedom from and
healing for heterosexual and homosexual sin and brokenness. Greater Hope operates under the direction of a local
interdenominational board of directors. Originally, it began as an extension of Day Seven Ministries, but since
1998, it has functioned as an independent organization, associated with Exodus International. For further
information call (540) 584-4189 or write to Greater Hope, PO Box 772, Harrisonburg, VA 22803.
EXODUS INTERNATIONAL – http://www.exodus-international.org/ --- the largest information and referral
ministry in the world addressing homosexual issues. It includes a network of Christian ministries offering support
to men and women seeking to overcome homosexuality. All ministries (such as Day Seven or Sought Out) that are
associated with Exodus International subscribe to an evangelical doctrinal statement. The leaders of the support
groups have been out of the homosexual lifestyle for at least two years and are under the spiritual oversight of a
pastor. For further information, call (407) 599-6872, or write Exodus International, PO Box 540119, Orlando, FL
32854.
HOMOSEXUALS ANONYMOUS – www.ha-fs.org ---- a Christian fellowship of men and women, who through
their common emotional experience, have chosen to help each other live in freedom from homosexuality, with the
goal of helping participants mature in their relationships with those around them and rediscover their true identity
through a restored relationship with God through Jesus Christ. For more information call (610) 779-2500, or write
to Homosexuals Anonymous Fellowship Service, PO Box 7881 Reading, PA 19603.
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR RESEARCH & THERAPY OF HOMOSEXUALITY (NARTH) –
www.narth.com ---- a non-profit, educational organization dedicated to affirming a complementary, male-female
model of gender and sexuality. NARTH was founded in 1992, and is composed of psychiatrists, psychologists,
certified social workers, professional and pastoral counselors and other behavioral scientists, as well as laymen
from a wide variety of backgrounds such as law, religion, and education. For more information call (818) 789-
4440 or write to NARTH, 16633 Ventura Boulevard, Suite 1340, Encino CA 91436-1801.
PARENTS AND FRIENDS OF EX-GAYS AND GAYS (PFOX) – www.pfox.org --- a non-profit organization
serving family and friends of homosexuals and former homosexuals, and supporting the right of homosexuals to
choose change. For more information call (703) 360-2225, or write to PFOX, PO Box 561, Fort Belvoir VA
22060.
REGENERATION MINISTRIES – www.regenerationministries.org ---- a non-profit Christian ministry
associated with Exodus International, seeking to bring God’s healing to men and women who struggle with
homosexuality, sexual addiction and other relational issues, and to help the Body of Christ in reaching out to these
men and women. For further information write to Regeneration, PO Box 9830, Baltimore, MD 21284-9830.
SET FREE MINISTRIES – http://www.setfreeministries.com/ a non-denominational, non-profit resource
ministry which assists individuals and churches in the development of ministry in the area of prayer and victory
over spiritual oppression and addictions. For more information call (616) 726-5400, or write to Set Free Ministries,
700 – 36th St., S.E., Suite 108, Grand Rapids, MI 49548.
Write, email or call your Congressman and Senators
Up to date tracking of Congressional bills: http://www.govtrack.us/congress/
US Senate: http://www.senate.gov/
House of Represenatives: http://www.house.gov/
Senator Harry Reid Senator John Ensign Representative Dean Heller
Bruce R. Thomspson Court House and Bruce R. Thomspson Court House and Bruce R. Thomspson
Federal Bldg. Federal Bldg. Court House and Federal Bldg.
400 S. Virginia St. Suite 902 400 S. Virginia St. Suite 738 400 S. Virginia St. Suite 738
Reno, NV 89501 Reno, NV 89501 Reno, NV 89501
Phone: 775-686-5750 Phone: 775-686-5770 Phone: 775-686-5760
Fax: 775-686-5757 Fax: 775-686-5729 Fax: 775-686-5711
Reid website: http://reid.senate.gov/ Toll free: 1-877-894-7711
Washington, DC Office
Washington, DC Washington, DC Office 125 Cannon HOB
522 Hart Senate Office Bldg. 119 Russell Senate Building Washington, DC 20515
Washington, DC Washington, DC 20510 Phone: 202-225-6155
Phone: 202-224-3542 Phone: 202-224-6244 Fax: 202-22-5679
Fax: 202-224-7327 Fax: 202-228-2193 Heller website:
Toll free: 1-800-SEN-REID Ensign website: http://ensign.senate.gov/ http://heller.house.gov/contact.shtml
(736-7343)

3. HATE CRIME LEGISLATION – S.B. 909-UPDATE-BILL PASSES
“To emphasize the point, the Senate passed provisions restating that the bill does not prohibit constitutionally
protected speech and that free speech is guaranteed unless it is intended to plan or prepare for an act of violence.”
ABC News
DOMESTIC PARTNERSHIP IN NEVADA – FULL FAITH AND CREDIT
Passed on June 1, 2009, effective October 1, 2009
All the legal rights of a married couple
WHAT DO WE DO, HOW DO WE ACT IN VIEW OF THESE TRENDS?
Put our trust in the Lord:
He is the Sovereign of the universe:
Psalm 103:19: “The Lord has established His throne in the heavens, and His sovereignty rules over all.”
Psalm 115:3 “But our God is in the heavens; He does whatever He pleases”
Daniel 4:35: “But He does according to His will in the host of Heaven and among
the inhabitants of the earth; And no one can ward off His hand or say to Him
‘What have You done?’ ”
Amos 3:6: “If a calamity occurs in the city has not the Lord done it?”
Ephesians 1:11: “also we have obtained an inheritance, having been predestined according to His purpose
who works all things after the counsel of His will.”
I Timothy 6:15: “He who is the blessed and only Sovereign, the King of kings and Lord of lords”
GOD IS ALL-POWERFUL & ALL-KNOWING. HE ORDAINS AND CONTROLS EVERYTHING.
Romans 13:1: “Every person is to be in subjection to the governing authorities.”
I Peter 2:13: “Submit yourselves for the Lord’s sake to every human institution, whether to a king
as one in authority, or to governors as sent by Him…”
Focus on what we are commanded to do: Make Disciples Matt. 28:19-20