Earlier this week, MC played host - albeit involuntarily - to Soul Force, a gay rights group of some sort. People complained, police were called, and news channels clambered to cover the story. But I have to ask - what is the big deal? So some people wanted protest - big whoop. This is America, and there are two rights we have in this country that come into play here: Freedom of Speech, and Freedom to protest. We are allowed to voice our opinions, and we are allowed to congregate in protest against things we don't agree with. Funny how basic American rights get trampled once something a few people don't agree with gets brought into play. "Some people want to protest against the war in Iraq? Okay... Some people are protesting discrimination against gay students? Call the cops!" Seriously, I can't help but see a double standard here...
Now, I will admit, I did not personally go down to see the protesters themselves. Some people told me what they were saying, and I didn't feel like getting dragged into the conflict that might be brewing. I did, however, notice the large crowd of students gathered around them, and I heard the obscenities and insults being hurled at the protesters. I couldn't help but feel a bit... sad. Soul Force was trying to get people's attention on the matter of discrimination on campus, and lo and behold, they're being insulted and discriminated against. And by students at a Christian college, no less. What a wonderful sight. "Ah yes, lets go insult the people protesting discrimination on campus. I'm SURE that will make them go away..."
Yes, the Bible does say homosexuality is wrong. I personally agree with this sentiment - homosexuality is a sin. But the Bible also says we are to treat our neighbor as we wish to be treated, and to love our enemies. I don't think Jesus meant "Love thy neighbor, but hate anyone who's different." I think He meant: "Love thy neighbor, regardless of race, religion, or ideals." But not everyone has the same opinion. No, many people think differently from me. In fact, many people would probably get mad at me because of my opinion on this matter. I've already annoyed a few people by telling them how I felt on the Soul Force thing. But that is my belief.
That is my belief, and I am willing to argue for it against those who would argue against it. What, I ask, is wrong with that?
A lot, apparently...
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I think you get a spiritual state of a high level through this thought " Love thy neighbor, regardless of race, religion, or ideals."
You are right, the cops should not have been caught. I personally don't think it was right for gays to come to a Christian university and protest. That's like a slap in the face. They could've gone somewhere else in Clinton and it would've been perfectly fine. They were just trying to get attention by coming to a Christian university and making noise. I have an opinion and so do they. I believe that homosexuality is wrong and they don't. I can voice mine just as well as they can voice theirs. They're not the only ones who have rights.
Thank you Blake for your courage in writing this entry!
I really appreciate what you wrote about Jesus wanting us to love our enemies. Loving friends and people you like, that's really easy.
Just one thought: it is clear that MC is a Christian college. Therefore, it's their right to block people from enter their territory. Also, Christian means based on Christian fundamentals, meaning considering homosexuality a sin. Therefore, you should know that your lifestyle as a homosexual person would not be appreciated at this university.
I think MC is a special surrounding - and either you adapt or if not you'll have to get along with it.
To make it clear: I really don't agree with any harassment towards people of a different sexual orientation. Still, I can't suppot it.
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