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NASB | Romans 12:1 Therefore I urge you, brethren, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies a living and holy sacrifice, acceptable to God, which is your spiritual service of worship. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Romans 12:1 Therefore I urge you, brothers and sisters, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies [dedicating all of yourselves, set apart] as a living sacrifice, holy and well-pleasing to God, which is your rational (logical, intelligent) act of worship. |
Bible Question: HELLO EVERYONE!..I am new to this but i feel that i really need to ask a very PERSONAL QUESTION concerning my life: NO ONE KNOWS that I have homosexual thoughts constantly to the point where I am not attracted to women but to men! This is something I have tried to change every since I was a young child! I am not content with my life because of this. I do not know what to do with my life. I want to have a wife and a family. But I am not attracted to women! This is nothing that I have personally choosen because it goes against the word of God. I do not know what to do with my life. PLEASE HELP ME |
Bible Answer: Dear Brother, As the other brother has indicated: This is a very hard subject to be addressed over the internet because you are going to receive advise that does not understand the pain that you are in. By your plea, you know God and you know what He thinks about this. But, brother, and I am NOT trying to push you aside, you need to get to a pastor, meet with him face to face, where he can council you and be your friend. The type written words that you will receive here will not do YOU justice because they are without knowledge of you. The internet cannot see you as a person. You need a personal friend that can openly talk with you and you with them. A person who has the kingdom of God in mind. Seek out a pastor of good reputation. He has been put in his position as a shepard. And he can be more of a friend to you than a computer screen. Even though, the Spirit of those you seek advise from on this forum will most likely be worthy. It still won't be the personal one on one help that you will need. Since you are calling out, we can see that you are truly sincere. Since you are willing to proclaim this shows a heart that wants to be right with God. If your local pastor turns you away, he is not worthy of God's callling. Seek another. This is a very deep rooted thing. Plus dear brother, I would fast and pray. For this kind of spirit does not come out without prayer and fasting. You need one on one personal contact with someone you can trust. Again, the internet is not the place. My prayer will go up to the Most High for you! Please, dear one, report your progress to us that we may rejoice with you. Peace to you! |