Here’s the thing! Coming from a person who was delivered from homosexuality; I DO NOT THINK YOU SHOULD GO TO A GAY WEDDING AS A BELIEVER. Going means that you affirm, confirm & support that union. I do understand the point of keeping the relationship alive but how can people truly be set free if you are supporting their sin & attending events that goes against God! Also you never know going to that wedding could cost you temptation. Those lust spirits could rub off on you due to you going. Even Jesus says your eyes are the lamp of your body. We’re called to be set apart & just because someone may feel broken about you attending doesn’t mean you go! The Lord could deliver them through you for standing on your faith & righteousness. The Bible says the enemy walks around like a roaring lion seeking whom to devour & that’s definitely an open door for him to come in! We must as Christian’s stand on the word ! ❤
At a wedding the officiant asks everyone in attendance” If anyone objects to this union, speak now or forever hold your peace” “By holding your peace” you now agree to the matrimony in front of you as the opportunity to disagree was offered. So in conclusion YES it is wrong to attend a Gay marriage.
@@candylicious3024but what about if your Brother who is a Christian & now his Daughter has got a gay partner??? I’m finding it so hard, I hope they don’t get married, she has already got. 8 yr old daughter from a sperm donation 😢😢😢so I would appreciate your Prayers🙏it’s even hard at Christmas cuz if we celebrate at her place I don’t go as most of her gay friends come as well 😢so it’s a tricky situation as I have to show the love of Jesus to ALL💞I’m waiting for a word from HolySpirit 🙌🕊️🕊️🕊️
He's definitely all over the place. Regardless you are a witness to the union and God holds you responsible for keeping the union together....I would not attend a gay wedding. Plus if a person respect you and your morals, values they wouldn't ask you and put you in that compromising situation.
Absolutely I feel like he's trying to be a people pleaser and not a GOD pleaser stand on the word of GOD it's a strong loving No I still love you but No I can't do it
The Bible said as Christians, we have to turn our back on family members because God comes first; please Him first before anyone else. We can only have one master.
Yes 🙌🏾 that reminds me of The book of Luke chapter 9 when Jesus told the disciple to follow me and leave everything else behind because he wanted to go back home with his father and Jesus said let the dead buried the dead
@@TJ-fv3vt why do people blame God when things are bad but give man praise when things are good? We have an enemy and if people and their families open the door to sin that’s what happens He warns people to not do these things for a reason.
GOD, DO NOT COMPROMISE WITH HIS WORD! BE YE SEPARATED FROM WORKERS OF ENIQUITY! BE YE HOLY FOR I AM HOLY. I AM GOD AND I CHANGE NOT, I'M THE SAME TODAY, YESTERDAY, AND FOREVER MORE. LET YOUR YEA BE YEA AND YOUR NAY BE NAY. CHOOSE THIS DAY WHOM YOU WILL SERVE! AMEN🙏
Absolutely not! I don't care if it was a close family member! God says homosexuals wont get into heaven, so why would I go to an abomination of a ceremony? We have to get off the fence. Either we're with God or we're not. I can love someone and still stay true to my beliefs. They would just have to understand that.
Will liars get into Heaven? Will fornicators? Will thieves? Will gossips? Will those that hate their brother? Will anyone who sins make it? No, not without Jesus. But guess what? Being a Christian doesn’t mean you don’t sin. That is to say, you will choose to live a more righteous lifestyle. But God says not one of us is good, not one. That is the whole reason Jesus died for us in the first place. So careful what you speak, and in the tone in which you say it. People can repent from the sin of homosexuality but that doesn’t mean they won’t struggle with the temptation. Living for Christ means dying to self, everyday. We all fall short of that because we are fallen. The important thing is that we try. We are no better than the unsaved. The only difference between us and them is the grace of Jesus Christ and his gift of life, which we have accepted. So take care in how you judge others. When you are perfect, only then can you condemn another.
Condemnation is not right, and that is what I believe you're referring to @barbieanson3687. But if you say that we shouldn't convict, then we all sit still and basically bask in our sin. We are all sinners, however, there are certain things that if we do, we are just outrightly disrespecting God . A Christian deciding not to go to a gay wedding, is not saying "I'm perfect, you're not", it is saying at its core " This is what God says, and I believe and live by God ,and he doesn't agree with this partnership, and so I cannot either", and then they decide to not go to the wedding because as Christians everything we do has to reflect God, and going to that wedding will create some type of collision of understanding for the unbeliever, they basically think you support them, which is literally taking them in a different direction of allowing them to see the Truth.
I did not attend one of my sisters wedding, she didn't like the fact that I didn't attend but she understood my stance. The amazing thing, before I gave my life to Christ, she actually was one to talk to me about the Lord. So she knows what the Bible says about that. I love her dearly, but I love the Lord more!
I love you, you know that. I thought you would understand that I can't attent a gay wedding. It's against my religion and my believes. So, I can't go. I hope our relationship remains as strong as it is right now.
The gentleman’s (Jackie’s husband) response makes me nervous because his stance can be a slippery slope. God is what he refers to as “dogmatic” and has given us very clear lines as guideposts for holiness and godly righteousness even at the cost of losing family and friends.
@@SW-hy6be I agree. To me he sounds like he's just making excuses to work around the Gospel. We either follow God's laws, commandments, statutes or we don't. There is zero fence sitting.
I agree with him to a point. I wonder does he keep the same energy for walking into a movie theatre, going to a play, going to sports game, etc. about not going places that don’t edify God., because there are too many in this world to avoid at times.
My stepdaughter got married and my husband went to support his child even though he didn’t agree. (He’s a non-believer) but I made sure my children and I did not attend. She knows we love her but she knows my stance. Guess what? She wasn’t upset and she understood 💯
Two things. 1. That woman was absolutely on point and did an amazing job at both understanding the Word and presenting her points in it. 2. The guy made an awful point. He's making excuses to partake in worldly things via compromise. We do not compromise with those who are destroying their eternity to live in sin. Mathew 10:34-39 goes directly against what he's saying. Sometimes you're going to be put in terrible, uncomfortable situations with people close to you, and you're going to need to fully stand on the Word over hurting the feelings or your relationship with the person you care so much about. That woman was incredible though.
This actually happened to me with a close family member and my answer to her was no. I hugged her and I told her I love you too much to accept a sin that I know is sending you to hell. So no I wouldn’t be going to the “wedding” because that would show you and everyone else including God that I’m ok with it when I’m not.
“‘I have come to set a man against his father, a daughter against her mother, and a daughter-in-law against her mother-in-law. Your enemies will be right in your own household!’” Matthew 10:35-36
And btw my sister did get married to another woman but didn’t invite me. She knew I love her and she loves me but knew where I stood and that’s with God over everything. So to a degree that question shouldn’t even be asked.
I think going to a gay marriage is basically agreeing with the act of it. There would obviously be spirits there that could mess with your mind and cause confusion with your sexuality. I would say to my family member or friend who’s getting married to the same sex that I love them, but I can’t go.
IF WE STAND CORRECT... NOT JUST "GAY" SAME SEX WEDDING... WE SHOULD NOT ATTEND A WEDDING IF WE DO NOT AGREE IN THE UNITY!!! IF YOU KNOW, THERE IS UNFAITHFULNESS/DOMESTIC ABUSE/DISRESPECT WE SHOULD NOT ATTEND... "WE DO, CAUSE WE WERE INVITED"... AT THIS POINT WE STAND IN AGREEMENT WITH THAT UNITY... HELP US LORD TO KNOW BETTER AND DO BETTER!!!
I didn't attend my cousin's wedding and my family was in an uproar about it. My cousin and her then girlfriend couldn't believe that my family (my Husband, myself, and kids) declined their invitation. I explained to my cousin that it wasn't because we don't love her and her girlfriend, it's that it goes against our faith and our beliefs don't align with the event. My Husband and I couldn't sit there knowing that it goes against everything we believe in and sit there with our children just because they want us to be there. What message would that send to my children? Long story short, they didn't talk to us for 3 years. I was okay because I wasn't going to push to try to mend the relationship until my cousin was ready to be okay. Within the 3 years of them not speaking to us and not going to family events that they were in attendance, my cousin got pregnant with twins through IVF. A year after the twin boys were born. That is when we came back together as a family. We will always love them and even though we don't agree with their lifestyle, the wedding is so sacred to the Most High. It was just the wedding that we could not attend. Seeing my cousin and her family and showing love is what's important because relationships are important to the Most High. Just thought I'd share.
The question is if a man and a woman were getting married that are swingers and will continue to be swingers would you go to their wedding and they say they are Christians?
I agree , they don’t care that you rebuke the union. They care about your presence and as a Christian what does it benefit you in the kingdom of heaven attending such a wedding ?
I agree with not going 100%, it’s completely black & white from a Biblical POV…that’s coming from a once lukewarm Christian who attended 2 gay weddings (last 1 was nearly 9 years ago). But I have spent the last 1.5 years really following podcasts & testimonies of Jackie Hill Perry, Becket Cook & Rosario Butterfield, as well as preachers who show you how to handle these “tough” situations in honesty & love. So, this particular breakdown was REALLY appreciated, as there was so much VALUE & relevance to each person’s approach in dissecting this topic. Do you go? Absolutely not. Not for your best friends, your sister…or your child, or your grandchild. And that dreadfully pains me to consider, as I have a 7 yo grandson who is the apple of my eye, a 5 yo granddaughter who love skirts, pink & purple, & a 2 ½ yo grandson who loves to rumble & tumble. Our goal is to see every person we treasure go to Heaven & that means they witness us being the example & the light. God is a God of endless second chances & He can change & heal all hearts & minds. Not affirming sin today could VERY EASILY lead to their return to you 5, 10…20 years down the road, saying: “You always loved me AND told me the truth. I am saved today, thank you for being the reliable rock of truth, no matter what the cost. I understand you today & I love you even more for it.”
The issue with this scenario is much deeper than what’s being discussed. The wedding invitation reveals that you’ve already compromised. Why wouldn’t they already know where you stand and KNOW that you’re not coming? To me that tells that you’ve shrunk away from sharing the truth with them and trying to persuade them to follow Christ
@Quint-ib4nf If the desire is being acted upon they do not follow Christ. You can’t follow a person and do the opposite of what they taught. Think about it 🧠🧼✨
Preston is the kind of person that would go to a gay wedding and preach the gospel to any person who would listen. Preston seems to have a spirit like John the Baptist: unapologetic and unafraid of speaking truth in the darkest of places. I personally today would say no because that’s not a wedding. Scripture is clear. We also have to be clear as lights in the world.
His answer is the very definition of compromise and I would NEVER tell someone what he just said. In that instance you just put your "loved one" above God and yes, He IS dogmatic about that. There's no gray area, so let's not ever imply that God tolerates SIN no matter HOW MUCH we say He's about "relationship." C'mon black people. I feel like we're the last race of Christians who are holding on to truth - it may be a thread we're hanging on by, but it's still a thread where others have wholly given in. THIS IS NOT OKAY, CHRISTIANS - THIS IS COMPROMISE, PERIOD. Just think about it this way - if your sister or brother or mother said, "I'm stripping at a strip club and I have my first main stage show and I want you to be right there cheering me on and supporting me! And it would really break my heart if I look back on my first show and you weren't there." Would you even for a second have doubts about what you would say to your loved one? No. If you're sister or brother or "loved one" said, "I've been researching meth and cocaine and I'm really interested in trying it. There's this local drug house that I found and I would really love for you to be there with me and for me as I shoot up for the first time and it would break my heart if you weren't there for me in this very important moment." Would you go with them - explaining what he did? NO. If your loved one wanted to steal from a store and just have you there as moral support - would you do it? NO. If they wanted you to watch porn with them - would you? NO. I REALLY want people to think about this. And this scenario happened to me when I was much younger - a couple of times. I had coworkers who were gay and they invited me to come to a gay bar and I refused at first, but then they were like - "well, hey, we go to straight bars with you why can't you come to one of ours space with us?" So, young and not thinking, I was like - "well, what harm can it do? Like it's a bar that gay people go to - ok. There are gay people in the world and I am not going to be able to avoid them so - what harm can it do to me. And it probably would make me seem kind and tolerant, or something." So I went and it was literally the worst experience - I was visually assaulted with literal PORN projected on the walls and people getting quite physical with each other. I was extremely uncomfortable the whole time and it was then that I vowed to NEVER be guilted or tolerated or convinced to do something just in the name of being "kind or compassionate" to sin. Fast forward decade later and a relative was excited asking a group of us to go to a drag show and I said "no" because I don't really support that. And this person was really angry with me for saying no. I didn't care though - if you want to go to a gay wedding or gay club or drag show - that's you. You have to answer to God for all your words and actions - just like me. But don't call it compassion or kindness or tolerance or support - it's called being complicit with sin. And many of us are complicit with sin in many ways - the danger is in not acknowledging it and not repenting of it. People who think God just is this crunchy granola hippy that puts relationship at the pinnacle of human connection are lying. We were created for HIM, not for each other. Our relationship with HIM is the pinnacle of human connection - not each other. It if was He wouldn't have told us we better not put mother, child, lover, homie, or friend above Him. SIN is ALREADY JUDGED AND CONDEMNED - the punishment being eternal damnation. There's no pleading - the crime has already been proven and the sentence has already been set. The only way to get out of that death sentence to escape that judgment is THROUGH Jesus Christ. These people are supposed to be snatched from the fire they don't know they're in - not us spritzing them with the waters of tolerance along the way as they get closer and closer to their eternal resting place. So, no - the very definition of love is to tell your sister you are standing in the middle of a six lane highway with traffic approaching from both directions - there's no way I can stand here with you and watch you perish. I'm telling you to run, to live, to save your life. But the choice is yours - if you don't you are headed for certain, inescapable death. If you choose to die - I can't hold your hand. I can't cheer you on. I can't be kind and watch BECAUSE I love you. I can only pray for you from the sidelines and hope that God sends someone to you who CAN convince you to run - if I can't. That is love. That is compassion. That is kind. That is support. And for those that want to know - no, I don't think that going to a bar is sin. And I don't think that going to a club is sin, personally. I do understand that a lot of sin happens in those places, but I don't go there to sin. It's just like Christians who think that drinking any kind of alcohol is a sin - and it's not. The Bible is clear that getting drunk is the sin, not drinking. And I have never been drunk nor do I ever plan to get drunk. If one is an alcoholic or recovering alcoholic - then, yes, going to a bar or club if off limits to you because you are putting yourself directly in danger of sinning. But if you have no problem with alcohol - it's not a problem - for you. Similarly, if you have issues with promiscuity and lust and low impulse control - going to a club with scantily clad people who are gyrating on each other and open to random sexual encounters is pretty much a sin for you because you're putting yourself in direct line to sin. There are millions of Christians who are virgins and would never ever consider casual sex who go to a club with friends and sit in their own little area and mind their own little business and none of that is a temptation for them. Me and my Christian friends like going to karaoke bars and may buy one drink the whole night or just buy cokes the whole night and we're just there to have fun and sing. There are sins that are black and white and sins to people with particular weaknesses or penchants for particular sins - that's why you should know The Word and also your human limitations. NONE of us is immune to sin and the devil knows which sins can trip us up, so be vigilant. And always fall back on The Word if there's a "gray" area to you - let scripture be the final voice over you, your feelings, your relationships, your desires, your fears. And if you fail or fall, be quick to repent (even if you have to recant your words), and move forward. Don't ever be the person who is too proud to say "I messed up. I said something, but I have to make a correction." PRIDE, the Bible says, is evident before a fall. Humble yourself to God, repent, make the necessary adjustment, and keep moving ahead!!!! Don't be afraid to draw a line in the sand. Christianity has "deal breakers" too - meaning, you can't do everything and anything and STILL be a Christian, it's just not possible. Christianity is a standard - and you either are accepting that standard or rejecting it, you can't do both. You can never be a "sinner saved by grace" - either you WERE a sinner or you ARE one. If you're saved (accepted Jesus) then you're no longer a sinner - you're a NEW creation. period. Embrace the NEW you in Christ and strive to live a Biblical life. If you're a sinner (have not accepted Jesus as Savior) you are NOT SAVED by grace or any other thing. You're already sentenced and condemned. So while you still have time - I suggest you get saved and let Jesus cancel your conviction and give your death sentence an Executive Pardon!
It’s 1 thing to Honor People we love .. But it’s Anther Thing to Honor Our Heavenly Father who Created Us & what is True & Right In his Eyes not mine!!! We are an Example of his ways not the Worlds ways!!💯💯💯 I can not play with that Our God is a Serious God on Sin!!..I would Not go to a Same Sex Marriage it would be saying I’m ok with it when The Lord Says Only a Man & Woman are to be Married its sacred & they 2 as 1 are to Multiply… man & man can not multiply nor can woman & woman!!… I love how you explained why you would not go!..💯 we Are to love our Father in heaven & Obey him Alone!! He will work things out in Prayer he always does 💯🙌🏼☝🏼🙏🏻🤍
I am a Christian with a daughter who has chosen the lesbian lifestyle. This is very difficult for me but I love her and I remain in her life but I don't know what I'll do if she decided to marry her partner.
@dawnadonis5875 Thnku so much for ur gentle and kind words, u have no idea just how much I need some kindness today and praying for my daughter is very much appreciated 😢💕 Blessings to u 💛
Why do people think attending is a sin? If so, there are so many instances of “sin” that every single person is susceptible to but we pick and choose which sin is worse than the other. The Bible also says you should not judge. If you love someone, why don’t people leave such for God to judge ? Aren’t we judging by making such a decision knowing that you’re only going because of the love for the individual and not necessarily the act. Going does not necessarily mean you approve but it shows you care. It’s not black and white.
Crazy timing. Totally agree. I attended my mom’s wedding this weekend and I was battling it a lot. Ended up having to repent being apart of it. Don’t support it but it was my mom.
That goes for any sin, would you go celebrate a sinner for their sin? If a sinner is throwing a party for committing adultery would you go? If a sinner were throwing a party for killing a cop would you go?
I’m in this exact situation with my sister and her partner. She asked if my daughters and I can be in her wedding. She wanted my girls to be flowers girls. I told her, you know I love you so much and I’m here for you 24/7 but I have to stand on Gods word and respectfully decline. I didn’t say it in a mean way or holier than tho way, I said it in a I KNOW WHERE I STAND WAY. My sister knows I love her but she also knows I have boundaries too and she respects that. I have to be an example to my girls and show them how to be a beautiful light for Christ, not lighting ⚡️⚡️⚡️like some Christians. The Holy Spirit will lead you and give you perfect words to say without compromising🙌🏽💯💕‼️
Our neighbors got married a few years ago. They invited everyone in the neighborhood except us, out of respect. They knew we wouldn’t come because they know us. They love us and we love them, but because they knew us they would never want us to compromise our beliefs. And we wouldn’t.
That's the first word that stood out to me while listening to Preston.. COMPROMISE. And I love how they have respect for you to not invite you bc they know your beliefs. That is awesome. 🤍
See and that’s great! Both: that they know & respect your beliefs and that you and your spouse have made your standards clear to your neighborhood. It’s great to see this type of respect and love, regardless of antithetical beliefs. 🙌🏽Praise God!
@karanowlin9506 I don't think he's compromising though. He is trying to use wisdom. Nick said he think he can keep that door open without attending. But Preston thinks that's the way he can keep the door open to be able to witness to her. He said he'd have a conversation with her....
@@karanowlin9506ok...so after continuing to listen to Preston, I understand where you're coming from when you said you think of the word compromise.....it does sound like that. He probably isn't aware of it...that he sounds as if he'll compromise
So how many weddings have yall attended where the bride and groom were both virgins? How many weddings have yall attended where the groom has lusted after the women he sees in his porn collection? How many weddings have yall attended where there were no fornicators getting married? Or weddings of divorced people marrying another person? So many people in glass house ready to cast their stones at other people 😧
I lost a good friend because I refused to go to his wedding, he was also my employer but I couldn’t go because I knew it was not of God. The word tells us if we love our parents more than we love God then we are not worthy of Him. This is just one of those times that a hard decision has to be made …. Will you stand or fold? I couldn’t and wouldn’t attend.
As Christian’s if you’re trying to justify or come to a conclusion about whether something is right or wrong and you keep saying “I think” and not what does scripture say about it, then there’s no ifs and buts. It’s just yes or no to whatever it is.
I’m reflecting on what Preston had said about being able to honor both God and his loved one at the same time but as soon as he said that the Holy Spirit brought this text to my remembrance: “It is impossible for a person to serve two masters at the same time. You will be forced to love one and reject the other. One master will be despised and the other will have your loyal devotion. Your choice between God and the wealth of this world is no different. You must enthusiastically love one and definitively reject the other.”” Luke 16:13 TPT You absolutely cannot please everybody someone is bound to get pushed to the back burner! FACTZ!
I know these two who got married. One was my child and I did not attend and they understood why I didn’t attend. It didn’t tarnish our relationship. But I prayed against it, I prayed it didn’t last. It goes against my belief as a Christian. I would never accept this type of behavior.
@@Alexthomas-hd4xjcause We Know God personally. Reach out, He wants you to Know Him too. Most Beautiful True Relationship you will Ever have. Promise. Be respectful and tell Him to pull up!!! He will!!! ❤
Yet u do it everyday to excuse your own sins but judge other sins. There is no man who does not sin. Who are you to judge another? James 4:12 addresses God being the one true judge saying, “There is only one lawgiver and judge, he who is able to save and to destroy. But who are you to judge your neighbor?”
Blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful. But his delight is in the law of the Lord. Psalm 1:1-3
What kind of a witness would the three Hebrews had been if they said “we are not going to honor the the idol we will just pretend to tie our shoe God knows our heart we don’t want to offend anyone.” The word of God is an offense to the sinner but to the believer it’s life.
Why are u assuming they are non believers? You are a sinner. So are they. James 4:12 addresses God being the one true judge saying, “There is only one lawgiver and judge, he who is able to save and to destroy. But who are you to judge your neighbor?”
My sister asked me to be in her same sex wedding as a bridesmaid- I simply told her I’m honored but I decline because me attending or walking in the wedding means I agree. I said it with love and now we aren’t connected (her doing because I love her). She knows the truth and she knows where I’m at when she’s free from that covenant. God will work it out
You're nit alone, I'm in a similar situation Sadly, leaving me alone wasn't an option. They assumed I hate them and persecuted me. Some still do. Be observant Nothing is as it seems in these times.
You are 100% correct I agree with having the hard conversation and letting them know that you don’t support their union but at the same time I would never even entertain the idea of going.
To the guy in the video… my daughter was considering marrying a so called girlfriend … until I took her to the Bible ….. and no joke.. scared her straight. Now today she likes men! Believers do not compromise the word of GOD for mankind or our own wicked agendas! GOD ain’t playing either us!
I did this exact thing to my my granddaughter I took her to the word of God and explained it to her I raised her from a baby and I’m also a minister of the Gospel, I bind that evil and demonic spirit right then and there she received it , that’s a Jezebel spirit from that day she was delivered and excepted Christ that very day she was. very young at that time 14 years old to this day she’s a college graduate and a school teacher praise God she have a boyfriend and I give God all the Glory we as disciples of Jesus Christ it’s our duty to discipline because we love them and would love to see our love one in the New Jerusalem. Amen! Praise YAH
It’s crazy that y’all mentioned a Masonic funeral. Last summer my great uncle passed away and I had no idea he was a Mason. His group came and had a very long speaking part at the burial site that made me very uneasy.
@@chimenefreeman708 - i remember growing up in the 1970's. alot of christian men even blacks were masons and practice being a christian at the same time in those lodges they would go to.
Love does not delight in evil but rejoice with the truth. You cannot say you love someone and then delight in evil with them. So no, not attending a gay wedding.
That is a really good point! What would be the point in going? As Nick said, attending a wedding is to celebrate or show support. Why would a Christian celebrate something that is an abomination to God? Tough love requires a strong NO when a yes dishonors God.
Im glad you covered this topic Nick! This is a topic I know all to well, not in the sense of a weddjng but I had a friend last year that confronted me about my beliefs and i explained to her why I did not support the LGBTQ community and she stopped being my friend because of it. Ita hard to lose people that you care about but its important to stay obedient to what the Lord designed and layed out for us to follow.
Yes, I agree with Jackie also. “God can use your no!” It could be an opportunity to share His word regarding this and open up the door to the gospel of repentance and faith.
Context is key. Before Preston goes into his explanation, he says that if there were a way for God to allow him to attend, then this is how he thinks it would have to happen. As they wrap up the conversation in the full podcast, he ultimately states that he wouldn't attend.
I’m surprised no one brought this point up: Why not get ahead of this? Meaning, if your close friend or family member is getting married to the same sex, you most likely already knew for awhile knew that they were a homosexual. So in reality, as a believer you should have already had this conversation with them about sin, salvation, etc. Not waiting until the wedding when it’s going to be a much harder of a conversation. Easier said then done? Yes. But it would be simpler to have the conversation upfront as soon as you know that they are a practicing homosexuality so they know where you stand, versus waiting until they tell you that they are getting married
I am in the sister gay wedding situation. She has not told me about the wedding. My mom informed me about it and told me that my sister thinks I will get mad. I knew instantly that I would not attend. By being there, I am signaling approval. I do not want to cause confusion by being there. My lack of attendance will instead glorify my Lord. Still praying for her and hope the wedding does not happen.
“neither be partaker of other men's sins: keep thyself pure.” 1 Timothy 5:22 KJV “Abstain from all appearance of evil.” 1 Thessalonians 5:22 KJV As a Christian who believes a lot of things are simple and even black and white..it bothers me when I hear other Christians philosophize issues and just talk, when there are scriptures that can clearly communicate what is the proper stance on an issue. It gives “I know better than the Bible.” Preston KNOWS how bad it looks for a believer to be at a gay wedding. He understands that it communicates agreement, yet is still finding a way to make it ok. Gods church should be a united front on these issues. It’s not that hard if we truly stick with the word. The only way I could see the Lord allowing/telling a believer to attend a gay wedding, is if he wanted you to object to it openly, and preach the gospel.
PRAISE THE LORD JESUS!!! Hallelujah!!!! May God continue to bless you sister Juana! That was so spot on and easy but unfortunately people are so deceived now that even something like what you said is SO complex and so “hard” for them to even imagine because they’re scale is more towards the world than to God. And that’s why we’re also given many instructions as to invite God in the name of Jesus. But sister this is SO true May Jesus continue to walk hand in Hand with you. ❤️🔥
If the person getting married believes in your commitment to your faith and the word, they would probably not ask you and let you know why. Respect for your faith.
If the reason for attending the wedding is to keep the door open for the relationship, remember that God is sovereign and can open doors in many ways beyond that particular action. You should start with faithfulness.
You can still communicate that you love them without affirming and publicly supporting their actions that don’t align with your beliefs. (Hypothetically) Are you going to celebrate if you attend an event like that even if you don’t agree?It makes more sense to make clear that you love the person without affirming their lifestyle and actions.
Exactly! If the reason for attending the wedding is to keep the door open for the relationship, it means I have made "relationship" my god and I don't truly understand or believe God and His Word. Also, many christians forget that it is Jesus by His Word through the Holy Spirit in righteousness that saves not we by our sentiments, we are only vessels and He is able to open many doors.
@@OfficialEmekaOrji 1 John 1:5-6 "This is the message we have heard from him and declare to you: God is light; in him there is no darkness at all. If we claim to have fellowship with him and yet walk in the darkness, we lie and do not live out the truth. Matthew 6:24 "No one can serve two masters. Either you will hate the one and love the other, or you will be devoted to the one and despise the other..."
I had that feeling “HEAVY CONVICTION-EXTREME ‘ANXIETY’” when my family clicked on a Disney animated show it was sooo painful we had to change the show to something Christian 😊
"Therefore shall a man leave his father and his mother, and shall cleave unto his wife: and they shall be one flesh." Genesi 2:24 A marriage is between man and woman ONLY
You know why I couldn’t go to the wedding .. because whenever I post on facebook about how the rainbow is Gods promise 🌈 and not some gay flag or when I speak on protecting your children from the alphabet agenda and grooming that’s going on I get a lot of hate from gay family members/ friends. Their convictions are so strong they can’t just simply scroll past my posts they have to affirm their sin by publicly showing they disagree with me. So I must keep that same energy by not affirming them in their sin with my presence to attend something I don’t even believe in.
@@Tajagee123 keep posting the truth. You are 100% correct. God said in the last days and time the sinners will deny his word so that they are comfortable with the sin that they are performing..🙏🏽❤️
No I will not be attending . Why would you want me there if I don’t truly want to be or condone it . God is everywhere and he will not ever see me in that environment . God knows all . Life goes on …
I was delivered from being a homosexual, witchcraft, sex before marriage, hateful words over 3 years ago... Jesus saved me. I been sober off substances since feb 7th of this year but I been known JESUS IS LORD. I was relapsing a lot i was trying but i was in bondage. Its like I was cleansed of other sins but my addictions stayed.. generational.. i had the jezebel spirit..Then i got delivered and Baptised! I know thats what made it so much easier. I know i am done for good with drugs.. Jesus is the REASON! I had a hard life and still struggle... but Im telling yall do not play with these evil spirits i dont care who ur family is PRAY FOR THEM DO NOT COME INTO AGREEMENT WITH IT 💯
When a person tries to push us as believers to compromise our relationship with God, it is questionable. Why would someone who loves you want you to be in judgement from God?
Why is this even a discussion. This “community” is such a small percentage of the population yet everything in society revolves around them these days. How about we stop calling it marriage because it’s not and stop giving them the attention that they crave.
I totally agree with you...two points that added to my decision: 1. Marriage was created BEFORE sin entered the world. 2. The SPIRIT behind it. We are to love Jesus above all else, deny myself and my fear of being rejected. Ultimately , my decision not to go will have an eternal affect on all involved. I would have a loving conversation with them to explain my reason.
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Gay marriage is not the marriage instituted by God.
In God’s eyes it’s not a marriage.
not a marriage at all
Right!
Yes exactly
Exactly! Sure isn't and never will be!
Here’s the thing! Coming from a person who was delivered from homosexuality; I DO NOT THINK YOU SHOULD GO TO A GAY WEDDING AS A BELIEVER. Going means that you affirm, confirm & support that union. I do understand the point of keeping the relationship alive but how can people truly be set free if you are supporting their sin & attending events that goes against God! Also you never know going to that wedding could cost you temptation. Those lust spirits could rub off on you due to you going. Even Jesus says your eyes are the lamp of your body. We’re called to be set apart & just because someone may feel broken about you attending doesn’t mean you go! The Lord could deliver them through you for standing on your faith & righteousness. The Bible says the enemy walks around like a roaring lion seeking whom to devour & that’s definitely an open door for him to come in! We must as Christian’s stand on the word ! ❤
Amen!🙏🏾 perfectly said❤
❤❤❤Amen, well said! Yes, God teaches us true Saints to love, but definitely not their sin. Be Bless
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Amen! 🙏🏽
Exactly
At a wedding the officiant asks everyone in attendance” If anyone objects to this union, speak now or forever hold your peace”
“By holding your peace” you now agree to the matrimony in front of you as the opportunity to disagree was offered. So in conclusion YES it is wrong to attend a Gay marriage.
I wouldnt be able to hold my peace,they would throw me out,so no i wont go
@@zsazsabanks424Great point...
The Bible says avoid the very presence of evil, it's evil don't go, your presence is a sign you are approve.
Amen!
Absolutely right!! Going to a gay wedding means that you are coming into an agreement with the marriage .
@@candylicious3024but what about if your Brother who is a Christian & now his Daughter has got a gay partner??? I’m finding it so hard, I hope they don’t get married, she has already got. 8 yr old daughter from a sperm donation 😢😢😢so I would appreciate your Prayers🙏it’s even hard at Christmas cuz if we celebrate at her place I don’t go as most of her gay friends come as well 😢so it’s a tricky situation as I have to show the love of Jesus to ALL💞I’m waiting for a word from HolySpirit 🙌🕊️🕊️🕊️
Verse in the Bible please?
I ask as this is important and I seek to know what verse/verses you refer too .
Thank you
This made me shout out loud..."JESUS"!!! You can't get anymore clearer, then that right there!!!!!
This man all over the place. Its not a hard conversation. We not going to no gay wedding . Point blank.
He's definitely all over the place. Regardless you are a witness to the union and God holds you responsible for keeping the union together....I would not attend a gay wedding. Plus if a person respect you and your morals, values they wouldn't ask you and put you in that compromising situation.
He seemed as shaky as the camera 🎥 shot on him.
Absolutely I feel like he's trying to be a people pleaser and not a GOD pleaser stand on the word of GOD it's a strong loving No I still love you but No I can't do it
THAT PART!!!
Okayyyy 😂😂😂😂😂😂
That’s a fine line Preston, straddling the fence. Jackie I’m glad that you standing firm with NO. Don’t play with fire Preston .
Exactly God bless sis
but u be fuckin tho
The Bible said as Christians, we have to turn our back on family members because God comes first; please Him first before anyone else. We can only have one master.
Yes 🙌🏾 that reminds me of The book of Luke chapter 9 when Jesus told the disciple to follow me and leave everything else behind because he wanted to go back home with his father and Jesus said let the dead buried the dead
AMEN
Thank you, Amen
Who knew god was so divisive. He makes people gay then turns their family against them. How horrible
@@TJ-fv3vt why do people blame God when things are bad but give man praise when things are good?
We have an enemy and if people and their families open the door to sin that’s what happens
He warns people to not do these things for a reason.
Unless one is led by God to go perhaps to minister to someone, I'd say Christians shouldn't attend such weddings.
Why does it matter if people you don't know are okay with it???
GOD, DO NOT COMPROMISE WITH HIS WORD! BE YE SEPARATED FROM WORKERS OF ENIQUITY! BE YE HOLY FOR I AM HOLY. I AM GOD AND I CHANGE NOT, I'M THE SAME TODAY, YESTERDAY, AND FOREVER MORE.
LET YOUR YEA BE YEA AND YOUR NAY BE NAY. CHOOSE THIS DAY WHOM YOU WILL SERVE! AMEN🙏
Absolutely not! I don't care if it was a close family member! God says homosexuals wont get into heaven, so why would I go to an abomination of a ceremony? We have to get off the fence. Either we're with God or we're not. I can love someone and still stay true to my beliefs. They would just have to understand that.
Amen and and AMEN
Will liars get into Heaven? Will fornicators? Will thieves? Will gossips? Will those that hate their brother? Will anyone who sins make it? No, not without Jesus. But guess what? Being a Christian doesn’t mean you don’t sin. That is to say, you will choose to live a more righteous lifestyle. But God says not one of us is good, not one. That is the whole reason Jesus died for us in the first place. So careful what you speak, and in the tone in which you say it. People can repent from the sin of homosexuality but that doesn’t mean they won’t struggle with the temptation. Living for Christ means dying to self, everyday. We all fall short of that because we are fallen. The important thing is that we try. We are no better than the unsaved. The only difference between us and them is the grace of Jesus Christ and his gift of life, which we have accepted. So take care in how you judge others. When you are perfect, only then can you condemn another.
Condemnation is not right, and that is what I believe you're referring to @barbieanson3687. But if you say that we shouldn't convict, then we all sit still and basically bask in our sin. We are all sinners, however, there are certain things that if we do, we are just outrightly disrespecting God . A Christian deciding not to go to a gay wedding, is not saying "I'm perfect, you're not", it is saying at its core " This is what God says, and I believe and live by God ,and he doesn't agree with this partnership, and so I cannot either", and then they decide to not go to the wedding because as Christians everything we do has to reflect God, and going to that wedding will create some type of collision of understanding for the unbeliever, they basically think you support them, which is literally taking them in a different direction of allowing them to see the Truth.
My niece stop talking to me because I wouldn’t attend her gay wedding. 🙌🏼
People love to make light of sins that they themselves may partake in, but want to sledgehammer the topic of homosexuality.
I did not attend one of my sisters wedding, she didn't like the fact that I didn't attend but she understood my stance. The amazing thing, before I gave my life to Christ, she actually was one to talk to me about the Lord. So she knows what the Bible says about that. I love her dearly, but I love the Lord more!
I’m actually glad that they discussed this topic! In today’s world,this is very common now!! The Perry’s podcast is so good!
I love you, you know that. I thought you would understand that I can't attent a gay wedding. It's against my religion and my believes. So, I can't go. I hope our relationship remains as strong as it is right now.
I agree with everything you said Nick Jones, I would rather lose that relationship with a family member or friend than to oppose GOD.
The gentleman’s (Jackie’s husband) response makes me nervous because his stance can be a slippery slope. God is what he refers to as “dogmatic” and has given us very clear lines as guideposts for holiness and godly righteousness even at the cost of losing family and friends.
@@SW-hy6be I agree. To me he sounds like he's just making excuses to work around the Gospel. We either follow God's laws, commandments, statutes or we don't. There is zero fence sitting.
I agree with him to a point. I wonder does he keep the same energy for walking into a movie theatre, going to a play, going to sports game, etc. about not going places that don’t edify God., because there are too many in this world to avoid at times.
This young lady is really anointed, I really like her 🙏🏾❤️
My stepdaughter got married and my husband went to support his child even though he didn’t agree. (He’s a non-believer) but I made sure my children and I did not attend. She knows we love her but she knows my stance. Guess what? She wasn’t upset and she understood 💯
Two things.
1. That woman was absolutely on point and did an amazing job at both understanding the Word and presenting her points in it.
2. The guy made an awful point. He's making excuses to partake in worldly things via compromise. We do not compromise with those who are destroying their eternity to live in sin. Mathew 10:34-39 goes directly against what he's saying. Sometimes you're going to be put in terrible, uncomfortable situations with people close to you, and you're going to need to fully stand on the Word over hurting the feelings or your relationship with the person you care so much about.
That woman was incredible though.
I 100% agree with everything that Jackie said and I wouldn’t attend a same sex marriage ceremony for the exact reason that she conveyed.
I agree with you Nick! I’d rather break my sisters heart than the one that fired for me.
Absolutely Not I won’t!
Absolutely Not
For me I have to follow the word of God no matter how bad it hurts 🙏🏾
Every”Christian” is not a Believer and Follower of Christ. Period.
Amen! You can say that again!
This actually happened to me with a close family member and my answer to her was no. I hugged her and I told her I love you too much to accept a sin that I know is sending you to hell. So no I wouldn’t be going to the “wedding” because that would show you and everyone else including God that I’m ok with it when I’m not.
Your relationship with Gid is first and there is no compromise!
NO! I would absolutely politely REFUSE to attend
Timothy 5:22-24
King James Version
22 Lay hands suddenly on no man, neither be partaker of other men's sins: keep thyself pure.
If my pastor can't officiate the wedding, why is it that christians should attend.?
“‘I have come to set a man against his father, a daughter against her mother, and a daughter-in-law against her mother-in-law. Your enemies will be right in your own household!’”
Matthew 10:35-36
And btw my sister did get married to another woman but didn’t invite me. She knew I love her and she loves me but knew where I stood and that’s with God over everything. So to a degree that question shouldn’t even be asked.
I think going to a gay marriage is basically agreeing with the act of it. There would obviously be spirits there that could mess with your mind and cause confusion with your sexuality. I would say to my family member or friend who’s getting married to the same sex that I love them, but I can’t go.
IF WE STAND CORRECT... NOT JUST "GAY" SAME SEX WEDDING... WE SHOULD NOT ATTEND A WEDDING IF WE DO NOT AGREE IN THE UNITY!!! IF YOU KNOW, THERE IS UNFAITHFULNESS/DOMESTIC ABUSE/DISRESPECT WE SHOULD NOT ATTEND... "WE DO, CAUSE WE WERE INVITED"... AT THIS POINT WE STAND IN AGREEMENT WITH THAT UNITY... HELP US LORD TO KNOW BETTER AND DO BETTER!!!
I didn't attend my cousin's wedding and my family was in an uproar about it. My cousin and her then girlfriend couldn't believe that my family (my Husband, myself, and kids) declined their invitation. I explained to my cousin that it wasn't because we don't love her and her girlfriend, it's that it goes against our faith and our beliefs don't align with the event. My Husband and I couldn't sit there knowing that it goes against everything we believe in and sit there with our children just because they want us to be there. What message would that send to my children? Long story short, they didn't talk to us for 3 years. I was okay because I wasn't going to push to try to mend the relationship until my cousin was ready to be okay. Within the 3 years of them not speaking to us and not going to family events that they were in attendance, my cousin got pregnant with twins through IVF. A year after the twin boys were born. That is when we came back together as a family. We will always love them and even though we don't agree with their lifestyle, the wedding is so sacred to the Most High. It was just the wedding that we could not attend. Seeing my cousin and her family and showing love is what's important because relationships are important to the Most High. Just thought I'd share.
The question is if a man and a woman were getting married that are swingers and will continue to be swingers would you go to their wedding and they say they are Christians?
I agree , they don’t care that you rebuke the union. They care about your presence and as a Christian what does it benefit you in the kingdom of heaven attending such a wedding ?
I agree with not going 100%, it’s completely black & white from a Biblical POV…that’s coming from a once lukewarm Christian who attended 2 gay weddings (last 1 was nearly 9 years ago). But I have spent the last 1.5 years really following podcasts & testimonies of Jackie Hill Perry, Becket Cook & Rosario Butterfield, as well as preachers who show you how to handle these “tough” situations in honesty & love. So, this particular breakdown was REALLY appreciated, as there was so much VALUE & relevance to each person’s approach in dissecting this topic. Do you go? Absolutely not. Not for your best friends, your sister…or your child, or your grandchild. And that dreadfully pains me to consider, as I have a 7 yo grandson who is the apple of my eye, a 5 yo granddaughter who love skirts, pink & purple, & a 2 ½ yo grandson who loves to rumble & tumble. Our goal is to see every person we treasure go to Heaven & that means they witness us being the example & the light. God is a God of endless second chances & He can change & heal all hearts & minds. Not affirming sin today could VERY EASILY lead to their return to you 5, 10…20 years down the road, saying: “You always loved me AND told me the truth. I am saved today, thank you for being the reliable rock of truth, no matter what the cost. I understand you today & I love you even more for it.”
The issue with this scenario is much deeper than what’s being discussed. The wedding invitation reveals that you’ve already compromised. Why wouldn’t they already know where you stand and KNOW that you’re not coming? To me that tells that you’ve shrunk away from sharing the truth with them and trying to persuade them to follow Christ
@Quint-ib4nf If the desire is being acted upon they do not follow Christ. You can’t follow a person and do the opposite of what they taught. Think about it 🧠🧼✨
Preston is the kind of person that would go to a gay wedding and preach the gospel to any person who would listen. Preston seems to have a spirit like John the Baptist: unapologetic and unafraid of speaking truth in the darkest of places.
I personally today would say no because that’s not a wedding. Scripture is clear. We also have to be clear as lights in the world.
No I would not but I would pray JESUS would get there hearts right
His answer is the very definition of compromise and I would NEVER tell someone what he just said. In that instance you just put your "loved one" above God and yes, He IS dogmatic about that. There's no gray area, so let's not ever imply that God tolerates SIN no matter HOW MUCH we say He's about "relationship." C'mon black people. I feel like we're the last race of Christians who are holding on to truth - it may be a thread we're hanging on by, but it's still a thread where others have wholly given in. THIS IS NOT OKAY, CHRISTIANS - THIS IS COMPROMISE, PERIOD. Just think about it this way - if your sister or brother or mother said, "I'm stripping at a strip club and I have my first main stage show and I want you to be right there cheering me on and supporting me! And it would really break my heart if I look back on my first show and you weren't there." Would you even for a second have doubts about what you would say to your loved one? No. If you're sister or brother or "loved one" said, "I've been researching meth and cocaine and I'm really interested in trying it. There's this local drug house that I found and I would really love for you to be there with me and for me as I shoot up for the first time and it would break my heart if you weren't there for me in this very important moment." Would you go with them - explaining what he did? NO. If your loved one wanted to steal from a store and just have you there as moral support - would you do it? NO. If they wanted you to watch porn with them - would you? NO. I REALLY want people to think about this. And this scenario happened to me when I was much younger - a couple of times. I had coworkers who were gay and they invited me to come to a gay bar and I refused at first, but then they were like - "well, hey, we go to straight bars with you why can't you come to one of ours space with us?" So, young and not thinking, I was like - "well, what harm can it do? Like it's a bar that gay people go to - ok. There are gay people in the world and I am not going to be able to avoid them so - what harm can it do to me. And it probably would make me seem kind and tolerant, or something." So I went and it was literally the worst experience - I was visually assaulted with literal PORN projected on the walls and people getting quite physical with each other. I was extremely uncomfortable the whole time and it was then that I vowed to NEVER be guilted or tolerated or convinced to do something just in the name of being "kind or compassionate" to sin. Fast forward decade later and a relative was excited asking a group of us to go to a drag show and I said "no" because I don't really support that. And this person was really angry with me for saying no. I didn't care though - if you want to go to a gay wedding or gay club or drag show - that's you. You have to answer to God for all your words and actions - just like me. But don't call it compassion or kindness or tolerance or support - it's called being complicit with sin. And many of us are complicit with sin in many ways - the danger is in not acknowledging it and not repenting of it. People who think God just is this crunchy granola hippy that puts relationship at the pinnacle of human connection are lying. We were created for HIM, not for each other. Our relationship with HIM is the pinnacle of human connection - not each other. It if was He wouldn't have told us we better not put mother, child, lover, homie, or friend above Him. SIN is ALREADY JUDGED AND CONDEMNED - the punishment being eternal damnation. There's no pleading - the crime has already been proven and the sentence has already been set. The only way to get out of that death sentence to escape that judgment is THROUGH Jesus Christ. These people are supposed to be snatched from the fire they don't know they're in - not us spritzing them with the waters of tolerance along the way as they get closer and closer to their eternal resting place. So, no - the very definition of love is to tell your sister you are standing in the middle of a six lane highway with traffic approaching from both directions - there's no way I can stand here with you and watch you perish. I'm telling you to run, to live, to save your life. But the choice is yours - if you don't you are headed for certain, inescapable death. If you choose to die - I can't hold your hand. I can't cheer you on. I can't be kind and watch BECAUSE I love you. I can only pray for you from the sidelines and hope that God sends someone to you who CAN convince you to run - if I can't. That is love. That is compassion. That is kind. That is support. And for those that want to know - no, I don't think that going to a bar is sin. And I don't think that going to a club is sin, personally. I do understand that a lot of sin happens in those places, but I don't go there to sin. It's just like Christians who think that drinking any kind of alcohol is a sin - and it's not. The Bible is clear that getting drunk is the sin, not drinking. And I have never been drunk nor do I ever plan to get drunk. If one is an alcoholic or recovering alcoholic - then, yes, going to a bar or club if off limits to you because you are putting yourself directly in danger of sinning. But if you have no problem with alcohol - it's not a problem - for you. Similarly, if you have issues with promiscuity and lust and low impulse control - going to a club with scantily clad people who are gyrating on each other and open to random sexual encounters is pretty much a sin for you because you're putting yourself in direct line to sin. There are millions of Christians who are virgins and would never ever consider casual sex who go to a club with friends and sit in their own little area and mind their own little business and none of that is a temptation for them. Me and my Christian friends like going to karaoke bars and may buy one drink the whole night or just buy cokes the whole night and we're just there to have fun and sing. There are sins that are black and white and sins to people with particular weaknesses or penchants for particular sins - that's why you should know The Word and also your human limitations. NONE of us is immune to sin and the devil knows which sins can trip us up, so be vigilant. And always fall back on The Word if there's a "gray" area to you - let scripture be the final voice over you, your feelings, your relationships, your desires, your fears. And if you fail or fall, be quick to repent (even if you have to recant your words), and move forward. Don't ever be the person who is too proud to say "I messed up. I said something, but I have to make a correction." PRIDE, the Bible says, is evident before a fall. Humble yourself to God, repent, make the necessary adjustment, and keep moving ahead!!!! Don't be afraid to draw a line in the sand. Christianity has "deal breakers" too - meaning, you can't do everything and anything and STILL be a Christian, it's just not possible. Christianity is a standard - and you either are accepting that standard or rejecting it, you can't do both. You can never be a "sinner saved by grace" - either you WERE a sinner or you ARE one. If you're saved (accepted Jesus) then you're no longer a sinner - you're a NEW creation. period. Embrace the NEW you in Christ and strive to live a Biblical life. If you're a sinner (have not accepted Jesus as Savior) you are NOT SAVED by grace or any other thing. You're already sentenced and condemned. So while you still have time - I suggest you get saved and let Jesus cancel your conviction and give your death sentence an Executive Pardon!
It’s 1 thing to Honor People we love .. But it’s Anther Thing to Honor Our Heavenly Father who Created Us & what is True & Right In his Eyes not mine!!! We are an Example of his ways not the Worlds ways!!💯💯💯 I can not play with that Our God is a Serious God on Sin!!..I would Not go to a Same Sex Marriage it would be saying I’m ok with it when The Lord Says Only a Man & Woman are to be Married its sacred & they 2 as 1 are to Multiply… man & man can not multiply nor can woman & woman!!… I love how you explained why you would not go!..💯 we Are to love our Father in heaven & Obey him Alone!! He will work things out in Prayer he always does 💯🙌🏼☝🏼🙏🏻🤍
So this guy doesn’t think God stands on business basically. Dude in the hat basically called God lukewarm.
He sounds stupid. Ima smoke crack bt I️ don’t consider it crack… ima call it oxygen. So im not on drugs.
Doesn’t that sound stupid ?
I am a Christian with a daughter who has chosen the lesbian lifestyle. This is very difficult for me but I love her and I remain in her life but I don't know what I'll do if she decided to marry her partner.
You love your child and that won't change, but what does the Bible say? God bless
@dawnadonis5875 I know in my heart the right thing to do but I can see how hurt my daughter will be already. It's definitely a flesh battle 😔
This is so difficult and I feel so sad for you, but God hears our prayers. So... we will pray for your girl❤
@dawnadonis5875 Thnku so much for ur gentle and kind words, u have no idea just how much I need some kindness today and praying for my daughter is very much appreciated 😢💕
Blessings to u 💛
@@kimharris9226 Thank you so much, I'm in South Africa 🇿🇦maybe we can stay in touch?
Why do people think attending is a sin? If so, there are so many instances of “sin” that every single person is susceptible to but we pick and choose which sin is worse than the other. The Bible also says you should not judge. If you love someone, why don’t people leave such for God to judge ? Aren’t we judging by making such a decision knowing that you’re only going because of the love for the individual and not necessarily the act. Going does not necessarily mean you approve but it shows you care. It’s not black and white.
Crazy timing. Totally agree. I attended my mom’s wedding this weekend and I was battling it a lot. Ended up having to repent being apart of it. Don’t support it but it was my mom.
That's really tough Bri. May God give you wisdom and strength as you navigate this situation going forward. 🙏🏾
No I would not I don’t want to witness it
That goes for any sin, would you go celebrate a sinner for their sin? If a sinner is throwing a party for committing adultery would you go? If a sinner were throwing a party for killing a cop would you go?
I’m in this exact situation with my sister and her partner. She asked if my daughters and I can be in her wedding. She wanted my girls to be flowers girls. I told her, you know I love you so much and I’m here for you 24/7 but I have to stand on Gods word and respectfully decline. I didn’t say it in a mean way or holier than tho way, I said it in a I KNOW WHERE I STAND WAY. My sister knows I love her but she also knows I have boundaries too and she respects that. I have to be an example to my girls and show them how to be a beautiful light for Christ, not lighting ⚡️⚡️⚡️like some Christians. The Holy Spirit will lead you and give you perfect words to say without compromising🙌🏽💯💕‼️
God bless and strengthen you.
We have to stand for something or fall for anything.
@@MoniqueRodriguez-t2i Amen
Thankfully your sister is mature and respects that!! Everybody isn’t like that, I know for myself lol
@@MoniqueRodriguez-t2i AMEN! ❤️I I'M GLAD YOU STOOD STRONG IN YOUR FAITH AND DID NOT WAVER! 🙏🏽
Well done
Our neighbors got married a few years ago. They invited everyone in the neighborhood except us, out of respect. They knew we wouldn’t come because they know us. They love us and we love them, but because they knew us they would never want us to compromise our beliefs. And we wouldn’t.
That's the first word that stood out to me while listening to Preston.. COMPROMISE.
And I love how they have respect for you to not invite you bc they know your beliefs. That is awesome. 🤍
AMEN!
See and that’s great! Both: that they know & respect your beliefs and that you and your spouse have made your standards clear to your neighborhood. It’s great to see this type of respect and love, regardless of antithetical beliefs. 🙌🏽Praise God!
@karanowlin9506 I don't think he's compromising though. He is trying to use wisdom. Nick said he think he can keep that door open without attending. But Preston thinks that's the way he can keep the door open to be able to witness to her. He said he'd have a conversation with her....
@@karanowlin9506ok...so after continuing to listen to Preston, I understand where you're coming from when you said you think of the word compromise.....it does sound like that. He probably isn't aware of it...that he sounds as if he'll compromise
For me to attend a Gay wedding is for me to call God a liar
Not happening !!!
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Exactly! 💯
💥💥💥💥💥Bam enough said💥💥💥
Romans 3:4 "Let God be true..and Every man a liar"!
Next its going to be ok to attend all abominable event. First sexual homosexual rituals, whats next child savrifice rituals or voodoo rituals?
“Self proclaimed”. “Christians? We are not against human beings, however, going to a “Gay” wedding is endorsing what is not right.
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Yeah attending something like that is directly saying you support it by being there
Exactly, I wouldn't go even if it was a family member
So how many weddings have yall attended where the bride and groom were both virgins? How many weddings have yall attended where the groom has lusted after the women he sees in his porn collection? How many weddings have yall attended where there were no fornicators getting married? Or weddings of divorced people marrying another person? So many people in glass house ready to cast their stones at other people 😧
Please watch their full podcast episode before coming to the conclusion that they’re “self-proclaimed”
I lost a good friend because I refused to go to his wedding, he was also my employer but I couldn’t go because I knew it was not of God. The word tells us if we love our parents more than we love God then we are not worthy of Him. This is just one of those times that a hard decision has to be made …. Will you stand or fold? I couldn’t and wouldn’t attend.
And I believe one day God will honor your decision to stand on his Word!
Amén!
I want to thank Jackie for having a clear and godly take on this matter
Yeeeesssssss
Yes 🙌🏼 she was gay & now saved the Lord opened her eyes to the Truth!! Amen 🙏🏻
Amen 🙌🏽💕💯‼️
As Christian’s if you’re trying to justify or come to a conclusion about whether something is right or wrong and you keep saying “I think” and not what does scripture say about it, then there’s no ifs and buts. It’s just yes or no to whatever it is.
I’m reflecting on what Preston had said about being able to honor both God and his loved one at the same time but as soon as he said that the Holy Spirit brought this text to my remembrance:
“It is impossible for a person to serve two masters at the same time. You will be forced to love one and reject the other. One master will be despised and the other will have your loyal devotion. Your choice between God and the wealth of this world is no different. You must enthusiastically love one and definitively reject the other.””
Luke 16:13 TPT
You absolutely cannot please everybody someone is bound to get pushed to the back burner! FACTZ!
FACTZ❤ on a 💯
amen
Amen!!! You did this one!!!😮
TPT is a fraudulent translation.
Amen!! We must stand on what the Word of God said!!!
I know these two who got married. One was my child and I did not attend and they understood why I didn’t attend. It didn’t tarnish our relationship. But I prayed against it, I prayed it didn’t last. It goes against my belief as a Christian. I would never accept this type of behavior.
That must have been hard but I agree it was the right thing to do. Stay strong In Jesus Name. ~Blessings
Thanks for sharing
I chose to obey God not matter who is not agree with my believes. God created a man and a woman period.
We all know that, that's why gays exist though
exactly
A Gay Wedding= A Celebration Of Sin 😢
AMEN
How do you know your religion is from God
@@Alexthomas-hd4xj it's not really a religion it a PERSONAL RELATIONSHIP WITH OUR CREATOR 🙏💪
Like I said "short and sweet" I smell the Incense of Heaven 💓
@@Alexthomas-hd4xjcause We Know God personally. Reach out, He wants you to Know Him too. Most Beautiful True Relationship you will Ever have. Promise. Be respectful and tell Him to pull up!!! He will!!! ❤
We think of the moment missed at a wedding but think of how they would be missed in heaven, we can't ignore what we KNOW.
Yet u do it everyday to excuse your own sins but judge other sins. There is no man who does not sin. Who are you to judge another? James 4:12 addresses God being the one true judge saying, “There is only one lawgiver and judge, he who is able to save and to destroy. But who are you to judge your neighbor?”
I attended my God daughters wedding but afterwards I repented. I love her but I love God more. I made a mistake.
Oh wow!!!! How did you feel during and afterwards??
Did you know it was wrong before you went and decided to repent afterwards?
How did you feel in the moment?
@@Alicia-or2jx god knows the intent of the heart , so yes, it wasn't easy to go but yes it's was a mistake and he repented , gods grace
My question to you since that was in the past is would you attend now at this point in your walk?
Blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful. But his delight is in the law of the Lord. Psalm 1:1-3
Read your bible people
Amen
@@kerinnakowlessar2698 This is exactly what I was thinking!
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Hallelujah Amen
What kind of a witness would the three Hebrews had been if they said “we are not going to honor the the idol we will just pretend to tie our shoe God knows our heart we don’t want to offend anyone.” The word of God is an offense to the sinner but to the believer it’s life.
By trying not to muddy his Christianity, he watered the dirt. Trying to honor non-believers by participating in their sin is not love.
Why are u assuming they are non believers? You are a sinner. So are they. James 4:12 addresses God being the one true judge saying, “There is only one lawgiver and judge, he who is able to save and to destroy. But who are you to judge your neighbor?”
My sister asked me to be in her same sex wedding as a bridesmaid- I simply told her I’m honored but I decline because me attending or walking in the wedding means I agree. I said it with love and now we aren’t connected (her doing because I love her). She knows the truth and she knows where I’m at when she’s free from that covenant. God will work it out
At Least You Told Her The Truth
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Amen
There's no covenant 😂😂 sorry but that's the truth.
You're nit alone, I'm in a similar situation
Sadly, leaving me alone wasn't an option. They assumed I hate them and persecuted me. Some still do. Be observant
Nothing is as it seems in these times.
You are 100% correct I agree with having the hard conversation and letting them know that you don’t support their union but at the same time I would never even entertain the idea of going.
NEVER, even if it were my kids!
Right.
Agree ✅
100 %
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When i didn't know yes but now i know no.!! Totally agree 👍🏽
Oh no. We have to obey the word of God. No one can change that.
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How do you know it's the word of God
@@Alexthomas-hd4xjBECAUSE IT IS THE WORD OF GOD
Brother Perry talking in circles…Jackie nailed it. He’ll be ok 😂
To the guy in the video… my daughter was considering marrying a so called girlfriend … until I took her to the Bible ….. and no joke.. scared her straight. Now today she likes men! Believers do not compromise the word of GOD for mankind or our own wicked agendas! GOD ain’t playing either us!
Glad You told Her cause my mom didn't tell me nothing
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Go pops! Excellent correction. 👏👏👏
Scared her? I agree with you but you shouldn’t have done that out of fear -it’s a personal choice
I did this exact thing to my my granddaughter I took her to the word of God and explained it to her I raised her from a baby and I’m also a minister of the Gospel, I bind that evil and demonic spirit right then and there she received it , that’s a Jezebel spirit from that day she was delivered and excepted Christ that very day she was. very young at that time 14 years old to this day she’s a college graduate and a school teacher praise God she have a boyfriend and I give God all the Glory we as disciples of Jesus Christ it’s our duty to discipline because we love them and would love to see our love one in the New Jerusalem. Amen! Praise YAH
It’s not a wedding if it’s Gay
Bingo
Exactly!
Exactly
As long as two individuals love each other and committed to each other; then it’s a marriage whether if it’s the same or opposite gender.
@@Reddybennjit isn't a marriage before God it's just a ceremony. The ceremony may be an attempt to emulate what God created but it does not.
ABSOLUTELY NOT !
I EVEN WALKED OUT OF MY
UNCLE'S MASONIC FUNERAL.
I HEAR THAT!
I walked in and out of my Uncle’s Masonic/Catholic funeral. It felt so evil and unsettling
Masonic funeral? Smh How does that work?
It’s crazy that y’all mentioned a Masonic funeral. Last summer my great uncle passed away and I had no idea he was a Mason. His group came and had a very long speaking part at the burial site that made me very uneasy.
@@chimenefreeman708 - i remember growing up in the 1970's. alot of christian men even blacks were masons and practice being a christian at the same time in those lodges they would go to.
Love does not delight in evil but rejoice with the truth. You cannot say you love someone and then delight in evil with them. So no, not attending a gay wedding.
As a Christian, if you had a close family member or friend who asked you to go with them to murder someone, would you go? Same. Same
Wow! 😮 good analogy
Good point...!
That is a really good point! What would be the point in going? As Nick said, attending a wedding is to celebrate or show support. Why would a Christian celebrate something that is an abomination to God? Tough love requires a strong NO when a yes dishonors God.
Facts because sin is sin
So when Jesus agreed to come to the houses of tax collectors I suppose he was sinning.
Seems like the guy is riding the fence. Let your yes be yes and no be no. I am not compromising the word of God for anyone.
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Confused me honestly.
Im glad you covered this topic Nick! This is a topic I know all to well, not in the sense of a weddjng but I had a friend last year that confronted me about my beliefs and i explained to her why I did not support the LGBTQ community and she stopped being my friend because of it. Ita hard to lose people that you care about but its important to stay obedient to what the Lord designed and layed out for us to follow.
Jackie is on point. I agree with her reasoning on why she wouldn’t go. I would speak to the person on why I wouldn’t go.
Yes, I agree with Jackie also. “God can use your no!” It could be an opportunity to share His word regarding this and open up the door to the gospel of repentance and faith.
Context is key. Before Preston goes into his explanation, he says that if there were a way for God to allow him to attend, then this is how he thinks it would have to happen. As they wrap up the conversation in the full podcast, he ultimately states that he wouldn't attend.
Well God wouldn’t so there’s no point in talking about such compromises
@@AMcDub0708 what are you talking about?
thank you for giving the proper context.
@@AMcDub0708 you don't know that
Thank you because people do not watch the entire video.
No I even have a daughter who is living with a woman . I couldn't do it even for her.. it goes against the bible
Hopefully they’re just roommates and nothing else 😅
I’m surprised no one brought this point up: Why not get ahead of this? Meaning, if your close friend or family member is getting married to the same sex, you most likely already knew for awhile knew that they were a homosexual. So in reality, as a believer you should have already had this conversation with them about sin, salvation, etc. Not waiting until the wedding when it’s going to be a much harder of a conversation. Easier said then done? Yes. But it would be simpler to have the conversation upfront as soon as you know that they are a practicing homosexuality so they know where you stand, versus waiting until they tell you that they are getting married
There's no middle ground or negotiations where YHVH'S concerned.
My relationship with my Lord is first above everything. I couldn’t attend that’s just me
I am in the sister gay wedding situation. She has not told me about the wedding. My mom informed me about it and told me that my sister thinks I will get mad. I knew instantly that I would not attend. By being there, I am signaling approval. I do not want to cause confusion by being there. My lack of attendance will instead glorify my Lord. Still praying for her and hope the wedding does not happen.
You’re not alone. My cousin had me in the same situation and I declined. God first🙏🏾
No reason to get mad. Just tell her you love her very much but that you’re sure she understands your convictions.
@@AMcDub0708 yes, thank you. I’m praying for the right words when the time comes. Definitely will come from a loving place.
“neither be partaker of other men's sins: keep thyself pure.”
1 Timothy 5:22 KJV
“Abstain from all appearance of evil.”
1 Thessalonians 5:22 KJV
As a Christian who believes a lot of things are simple and even black and white..it bothers me when I hear other Christians philosophize issues and just talk, when there are scriptures that can clearly communicate what is the proper stance on an issue. It gives “I know better than the Bible.” Preston KNOWS how bad it looks for a believer to be at a gay wedding. He understands that it communicates agreement, yet is still finding a way to make it ok. Gods church should be a united front on these issues. It’s not that hard if we truly stick with the word.
The only way I could see the Lord allowing/telling a believer to attend a gay wedding, is if he wanted you to object to it openly, and preach the gospel.
PRAISE THE LORD JESUS!!! Hallelujah!!!! May God continue to bless you sister Juana! That was so spot on and easy but unfortunately people are so deceived now that even something like what you said is SO complex and so “hard” for them to even imagine because they’re scale is more towards the world than to God. And that’s why we’re also given many instructions as to invite God in the name of Jesus. But sister this is SO true May Jesus continue to walk hand in Hand with you. ❤️🔥
Make a stand for God in his word you go to a gay wedding that mean you in agreement with they sinful lifestyle!💯🙌🏾
You can love your family member and not attend their same s*x wedding. Prayer is powerful. Keep interceding for your loved ones.
You love ppl by telling them the truth.
Amen!
Me too... all this judgement...... and you think yiur living by God.... the gays will see more of u in -ll than I think you know ........
If the person getting married believes in your commitment to your faith and the word, they would probably not ask you and let you know why. Respect for your faith.
If the reason for attending the wedding is to keep the door open for the relationship, remember that God is sovereign and can open doors in many ways beyond that particular action. You should start with faithfulness.
You can still communicate that you love them without affirming and publicly supporting their actions that don’t align with your beliefs. (Hypothetically) Are you going to celebrate if you attend an event like that even if you don’t agree?It makes more sense to make clear that you love the person without affirming their lifestyle and actions.
Exactly! If the reason for attending the wedding is to keep the door open for the relationship, it means I have made "relationship" my god and I don't truly understand or believe God and His Word. Also, many christians forget that it is Jesus by His Word through the Holy Spirit in righteousness that saves not we by our sentiments, we are only vessels and He is able to open many doors.
@@OfficialEmekaOrji 1 John 1:5-6 "This is the message we have heard from him and declare to you: God is light; in him there is no darkness at all. If we claim to have fellowship with him and yet walk in the darkness, we lie and do not live out the truth.
Matthew 6:24 "No one can serve two masters. Either you will hate the one and love the other, or you will be devoted to the one and despise the other..."
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The bible says "Obedience is better than sacrifice"
I had that feeling “HEAVY CONVICTION-EXTREME ‘ANXIETY’” when my family clicked on a Disney animated show it was sooo painful we had to change the show to something Christian 😊
"Therefore shall a man leave his father and his mother, and shall cleave unto his wife: and they shall be one flesh."
Genesi 2:24
A marriage is between man and woman ONLY
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For life... Amen
Where in this verse the word marriage?
You know why I couldn’t go to the wedding .. because whenever I post on facebook about how the rainbow is Gods promise 🌈 and not some gay flag or when I speak on protecting your children from the alphabet agenda and grooming that’s going on I get a lot of hate from gay family members/ friends. Their convictions are so strong they can’t just simply scroll past my posts they have to affirm their sin by publicly showing they disagree with me. So I must keep that same energy by not affirming them in their sin with my presence to attend something I don’t even believe in.
@@Tajagee123 keep posting the truth. You are 100% correct. God said in the last days and time the sinners will deny his word so that they are comfortable with the sin that they are performing..🙏🏽❤️
Going to a same-sex wedding as a Christian whether it is someone we’re close to them or not; it can taint our witness heavy.
No As a Christian I would not affirm in any way same sex marriage or relationship
No I will not be attending . Why would you want me there if I don’t truly want to be or condone it . God is everywhere and he will not ever see me in that environment . God knows all . Life goes on …
NO WAY! STAND FOR RIGHTEOUSNESS. 🙏🏻
No, I would not be a witness to a gay marriage.
There is no such thing as a “gay marriage” just as there isn’t a Muslim, Jewish, Christian mixed Church, and yes, I have heard of one of those.
I was delivered from being a homosexual, witchcraft, sex before marriage, hateful words over 3 years ago... Jesus saved me. I been sober off substances since feb 7th of this year but I been known JESUS IS LORD. I was relapsing a lot i was trying but i was in bondage. Its like I was cleansed of other sins but my addictions stayed.. generational.. i had the jezebel spirit..Then i got delivered and Baptised! I know thats what made it so much easier. I know i am done for good with drugs.. Jesus is the REASON! I had a hard life and still struggle... but Im telling yall do not play with these evil spirits i dont care who ur family is PRAY FOR THEM DO NOT COME INTO AGREEMENT WITH IT 💯
When a person tries to push us as believers to compromise our relationship with God, it is questionable. Why would someone who loves you want you to be in judgement from God?
Because they're blind to it, and they don't understand where we are coming from as Christians
Why is this even a discussion. This “community” is such a small percentage of the population yet everything in society revolves around them these days. How about we stop calling it marriage because it’s not and stop giving them the attention that they crave.
Well said
I totally agree with you...two points that added to my decision: 1. Marriage was created BEFORE sin entered the world. 2. The SPIRIT behind it. We are to love Jesus above all else, deny myself and my fear of being rejected. Ultimately , my decision not to go will have an eternal affect on all involved. I would have a loving conversation with them to explain my reason.