religion, in my opinion, is a huge pile of shite.
i was never a believer, never will be. i fail to see how anyone could be. religion is the cause behind most wars and an excuse for invading the homelands of anyone who doesn't share the same beliefs. do as we say, you'll be rewarded. disobey us, you'll suffer eternal torment. anything that has to use threats like that is just wrong.
similar to your story, one of my best friends is gay. he is the nicest, kindest, most considerate person you could ever wish to meet. he built a wall in his bedroom to make a small second bedroom, just so i would have somewhere to stay. when my parents went to spain for christmas, he put his own plans on hold and arranged a huge christmas dinner, with all the trimmings, just so that i wouldn't miss out. he's my best friend and i'd trust him with my life.
according to the bible, however, he is evil and must deny who he really is to get into heaven.

fuck THAT.
( Smash Monkey lowering the tone of the whole internet, Fri 22 Aug 2008, 0:42, Reply)