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"Christians didn't invent marriage. Why do they think they can define it."
Posted on 4/22/14 at 2:46 pm
Posted on 4/22/14 at 2:46 pm
I saw this today and I think it's a great question.
I fully support gay marriage by the way.
I fully support gay marriage by the way.
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Posted on 4/22/14 at 2:47 pm to sorantable
People should get to marry whoever the hell they want as far as the government is concerned. If churches don't want to hold a ceremony for a gay couple then that is their business.
Posted on 4/22/14 at 2:47 pm to sorantable
It shouldn't be "they", as in Christians. It should be "they" as in christian social conservatives.
Posted on 4/22/14 at 2:48 pm to Ross
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People should get to marry whoever the hell they want as far as the government is concerned. If churches don't want to hold a ceremony for a gay couple then that is their business.
I could get with this, though I think government should be out of the marriage business entirely.
Posted on 4/22/14 at 2:49 pm to Ross
Agreed with this. I think from a government standpoint they should since the USA does not have a national religion, it is immoral to illegalize something for religious reasons. Now if churches and crap want to not give them a service thats different
Posted on 4/22/14 at 2:50 pm to wadewilson
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I think government should be out of the marriage business entirely.
I always thought it was funny that my relationship with God and my spouse could be reconciled by an official state document.
Posted on 4/22/14 at 2:50 pm to sorantable
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"Christians didn't invent marriage. Why do they think they can define it."
^^^This is stupid!
We as a culture did not invent freedom but we all sure as hell want to define it.
If its God given it's already defined.
This post was edited on 4/22/14 at 2:52 pm
Posted on 4/22/14 at 2:50 pm to wadewilson
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government should be out of the marriage business entirely
Posted on 4/22/14 at 2:52 pm to AirDawg
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We as a culture did not invent freedom
speak for yourself
Posted on 4/22/14 at 2:52 pm to wadewilson
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I could get with this, though I think government should be out of the marriage business entirely.
I don't.
It's hard to argue against the value of a two parent home. Those communities with higher marriage rates also tend to be more affluent and the children have more successful outcomes. The government promoting marriage through tax policy and message is for the good of society IMO.
I think the religious should view it like the Catholic Church though. They don't care about your government marriage, the only one that matters is within the Church. So churches can marry who they please and recognize the marriages they please.
Everyone (should be) is happy and we all win.
Posted on 4/22/14 at 2:52 pm to sorantable
Government shouldn't be defining marriage period. If a church chooses to marry a couple, or not marry a couple, then that is their belief and should be respected as separate from the government.
Posted on 4/22/14 at 2:52 pm to sorantable
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I always thought it was funny that my relationship with God and my spouse could be reconciled by an official state document.
What's funny is state's starting issuing said documents as a way to keep whites and blacks from marrying each other.
Posted on 4/22/14 at 2:55 pm to Duke
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It's hard to argue against the value of a two parent home. Those communities with higher marriage rates also tend to be more affluent and the children have more successful outcomes. The government promoting marriage through tax policy and message is for the good of society IMO
Same sex couples can't procreate, with one another.
Being married shouldn't create a tax break, over those who aren't. Gov't shouldn't be involved at all in the marriage business. People can get lawyers and have civil contracts drawn up for their legal issues.. i.e. power of attorney, property disbursement, etc..
This post was edited on 4/22/14 at 2:56 pm
Posted on 4/22/14 at 2:57 pm to sorantable
Here is how I feel about the issue: I don't care what 2 people do together. It's none of my damn business,but if you think it is only Christians that have a problem with it, you better think again.
Posted on 4/22/14 at 2:57 pm to Alahunter
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Same sex couples can't procreate, with one another.
Neither can infertile couples, straight couples that do everything to prevent procreation because they have no desire for children, or elderly couples...
This post was edited on 4/22/14 at 2:58 pm
Posted on 4/22/14 at 2:58 pm to CatFan81
I didn't use them as an excuse for giving them tax breaks.
Posted on 4/22/14 at 2:59 pm to sorantable
Love that sorant!
Posted on 4/22/14 at 2:59 pm to sorantable
Why is it limited to Christians? Are there any religions that support gay marriage?
This post was edited on 4/22/14 at 3:05 pm
Posted on 4/22/14 at 3:00 pm to Alahunter
They can adopt or have a surrogate though.
Posted on 4/22/14 at 3:00 pm to Alahunter
I have a friend with gay parents. I have a cousin with lesbian parents. It doesn't mater. Both are normal and aren't bothered.
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