Biblical explanation
The creation account establishes the male-female marriage pattern: “Therefore shall a man leave his father and his mother, and shall cleave unto his wife” (). Jesus reaffirmed this pattern in . Several New Testament passages explicitly discuss same-sex sexual behavior, including Corinthians 6:9-11, and . Romans describes same-sex relations within a broader discussion of humanity's rebellion against God. At the same time, the Bible distinguishes between sexual temptation, identity, and chosen behavior. It also teaches that every human being is made in God's image and must be treated with dignity. Paul's list in ends with an important statement: “And such were some of you: but ye are washed, but ye are sanctified, but ye are justified in the name of the Lord Jesus” (). The gospel therefore offers grace and transformation to sinners of every category. The biblical texts concerning sexual behavior are clear in their traditional reading, while the Bible simultaneously teaches that every person has dignity, every person is accountable before God, and forgiveness is available through Christ.
In brief
The creation account establishes the male-female marriage pattern: “Therefore shall a man leave his father and his mother, and shall cleave unto his wife” ().
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