@@liddlediddle7212 In what way is he hurting others or himself, by being himself? Why would God put these thoughts into his head, if he shouldn't live them out? And maybe it feels wrong to him, because that's what he has been told his whole life?
I'm Christian and I struggle, this was helpful. I'm trying everyday to believe I can get closer to God. I'm don't wanna go 50/50 I wanna love him and be a part of him 100%. God bless !
same! and we, His children, are apart of Him ❤️ "I have been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me. And the life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me." Galatians 2:20
Heyy wsp, if u think u can change your mentality , and your sexuality by your own, u got it wrong haha. I struggled w masturbation , and I tried to stop....didn’t work. But when the Holy Spirit came in me , it changed me. I don’t even have envy to do it , cuz i have the Holy Spirit in me. U need the Holy Spirit , so that, u can be renewed. Look. The only way for u to have the Holy Spirit is to repent , recognize that u’re a sinner. Then, to build your relationship w him, u absolutely need to read the words of God. This is really important, because for me , I tried to stop my sin (masturbation) by trying to « pray more » or « try hard » and it didn’t work. It’s never gonna work cuz the devil is stronger than u. But, when I started to read the words of God, EVERYDAY, God started to change me. I started seeing things differently, I started to flee masturbation, I started to flee pornographie. Because , by reading the words of God, u are feeding your soul with his commandements. Your soul is like a body, when u feed it with the right thing , there is no space for sin anymore. And if u do it constantly , your soul will be fully filled with the words of God, with the Holy Spirit. And u will be renewed ✝️❤️
@@gemoss2784 Hey you, lol..umm ik you might not consider yourself an expert or something but I'd actually appreciate a way to contact you if that's cool, for support or motivation...i always feel like i try but it feels as if I don't try hard enough. Any advice from you or anyone would rlly help. I struggle with it all. As if sexual sin isnt only physical but mental issue
@@jimenagudino4899 hey!! I recommend you to check out Arianna Armour here on TH-cam! She is an ex homosexual and her testimony is crazy. God saved her from many things. You can even email her too! She has many helpful videos❤
@@jimenagudino4899 yes of course, here's my instagram : yvw.pato , my snap is : patoaz_77 , the only way to win over your sins is by having the holy spirit inside of you. I can give you some tips, and help u get closer to God, so u can feel and have the holy spirit.
“Our identity is not found in our sexuality, we are more than that” that’s something so many people need to hear cause they define themselves so much by their sexuality these days
your identity is found in your sexuality, that's how identity works. You are also more than that. That's how identity works. You are lots of things, one of them is your sexuality.
@@lines6815 I left homosexuality as well two years ago. It was all about an empty lust. And yeah you are right we can't completely change our sexuality but we can expand it towards the opposite sex, since sexuality is a spectrum. But what a wonderful feeling to know that God is testing us. We embrace what we are going through cuz it makes us stronger and closer to our creature.
This was honestly so refreshing to hear, as someone who struggles with SSA, and is part of the Church. The fact is, my struggle with sexuality does NOT define me. It is not my entire identity. My entire identity is found in Jesus Christ, and I am his daughter. And to me, that’s all that matters in the end.
I am so sorry that the church has done this to you. Same sex attraction wasn’t condemned in the Bible until 1946, because homophobic men purposefully mistranslated it. Why would God hate people for loving someone of the same gender as them? Why would he punish them for eternity just for LOVING someone. It’s illogical. There’s nothing wrong or sinful with same sex attraction, it’s just love.
@@El-iw6xn what, this is heretical. I apologize man and I truly say this out of love. Romans 1:27 Genesis 19:1-11 It doesn’t have to say homosexuality to say it’s a sin.
@Tha Night It's about the love of partners, not the love of an individual. Sure, necrophilia is based on a person who really loves a corpse but that doesn't mean the corpse loves it back. Pee dough feel ya is about a person loving a child too much but obviously that child will never have that kind of abnormal mind to live the pee dough back. Gotta use these weird terms cuz TH-cam is stupid enough not to detect it.
i was part of the LGBTQ+ community for 8+ years & believed for so long that i was queer; however, when i started running toward God & forming a real, personal relationship with Him, He transformed me & sexual habits/emotions/feelings changed. THANK. GOD.
As a Muslim, I completely agree with you on this stance. its sad to see people twist the religion to fit their desires and sins. god bless you Edit: I've Accepted Jesus as my lord and savior
@@ikaname4077 you know as a muslim i respect your religion as you are believes as well but i choose to be muslim rather then christan, and i know jesus loves me and i believe in jesus as well.
@@omaryasin7326 "rather than christian" ? Wow so the ultimate word Christ you'd rather choose to be muslim and not "Christ-ian" are u sure u love Jesus"as well" ? U can't love that many Gods please set your priorities right because Jesus is the only lord and he is coming soon!
Sh xx let people believe what they want. No one knows which God if any is real. Maybe they all are. Maybe none of them are. Maybe they are real to the individual who believes in them. You have no proof to say Islam is wrong, so stop being so condescending. No loving God would punish people for all eternity just because they believed in another God - this Muslim has probably felt Gods presence, they probably have miracle stories. Allah has probably saved their life or talked to them when they prayed. Im saying this as an atheist - all religions claim to have miracles and a connection to God in which they can strongly feel so you have no reason to tell this person Islam is wrong and Christianity is correct. Stop trying to convert people because no loving God would punish Muslims who are a good, loving people.
@@alanroads5478 he was just saying what God says its the truth sinners won't go to heaven the is a way you will quote that verse and it wouldn't sound rude or mean and the is a way youll say it and it dose sound rude
I feel like your words were so perfect throughout this video, and you offered a lot of perspective. A lot of my friends are apart of the LGBTQ+ community and recently its been hard to navigate through. I don't have many friends that have the same believes as I do, and that I bond with. I try my best to figure it all out and align myself with words and principals that makes me feel closer to God. Your words have given me so much comfort and guidance, thank you so much!
I don't understand why you need to navigate through other people's relationship. If they're in an abusive relationship, then by all means, intervene. If they love each other and are happy, why intervene?
That’s how the enemy works when you let people who don’t follow after Christ into your life and be your friends you will be introduced to new ways new routes and take you away from Jesus and that’s what we have to do as Christians is endure and what that means is you don’t confirm yourself to things in the world because you need friends or feel lonely, you call on Jesus because when you start accepting any friends of the world you get introduced into thoughts of the world and take you astray from Jesus
That was the best Christian discussion on homosexuality I have ever listened to. :) Your channel has inspired me to start my own and talk about popular culture topics with faith-based reflections. Thank you!
This is the type of Christian preaching that is so humble and impactful, this attitude toward preaching can save nations. God bless you, so understanding and not dismissive, I have a family member dealing with issues in this realm
For everyone going through something or feeling that your prayers aren’t being answered, remember 1 John 5:13-14 “I have written this to you who believe in the name of the Son of God, so that you may know you have eternal life. And we are confident that he hears us whenever we ask for anything that pleases him.” God loves you sm and these tough time won’t last. You are loved and Jesus is coming soon 🌅💫.
To add to that, we’re told to pray in Jesus’ name. John 16:24 “Until now you have not asked for anything in my name. Ask and you will receive, and your joy will be complete.”
When you were talking about Jesus taking us off the list it reminded me of this passage: "He has delivered us from the domain of darkness and transferred us to the kingdom of his beloved Son..." Loving the content brother.
Thank you Alex. I have so many years of experience having people tell me I am going to hell. I've always been so terrified and reserved about involving myself in Christianity again. But, I've only just started reading the Bible again. Thank you for this humble response. I really appreciate it.
It’s unfortunate that you e been told that. Especially if they are followers of Christ. We don’t go to hell because of the life styles we live, but we go to hell because we reject Christ. We don’t want anything to do with him or say I don’t need anyone I can do it all by myself. But when we invite Christ into our lives we are a changed person. Just remember though that everyone is different on how they change their lifestyle. Let God speak to you and you will know when he does. I hope this helps a lil or gives you some encouragement to read your Bible more. Praying for you.
I've been recommending many people to watch Arianna Armour here on TH-cam. She is an ex homosexual (ex trans) and was saved by the blood of Christ! Her testimony is awesome. She even has tips for the ones that want to be freed from homosexuality! You should check it out ❤
@@Woodybrush45 the Christian god orders you as one of his commandment to kill you're child if he or she dosent listen to you. would you call that a loving god? would you follow that commandment? by the way the verse is Deuteronomy 20 18-21
Luke 15:7 I tell you that in the same way, there will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous persons who need no repentance. John 3:16 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. Proverbs 8:17 I love those who love me, and those who seek me diligently find me. 1 John 4:16 So we have come to know and to believe the love that God has for us. God is love, and whoever abides in love abides in God, and God abides in him. If you're being tested, it means He cares. If you're repentant, it means you care. God bless you in your journey.
@@amenalex Can you make a video about teenagers that want to get into ministry? I’m 16 and want to get into it but I need some sort of basis to go off of
I have realized that if God has already said a union between man and woman is what constitutes marriage any thing out of that is not marriage. The one illustration I use, is if a chef tells u to put rice and water in a pot to make edible rice, if you put water and water or rice and rice, neither of this combinations would result in edible rice. It has to be rice and water for it to constitute edible rice and thus any union not made of man and woman cannot constitute Marriage. I also struggle with bisexuality but I had to realize that I had to deny myself and follow Jesus, and I am thankful that he is always by my side on this journey Thank you so much for this guys🥰👏🏾
This example is so arbitrary. 2 people of the same gender can "fit" together, as long as they respect, love and understand each other and help each other grow. I know many happy gay couples, and I know many miserable straight couples. What's right for one person isn't right for every person. But you do you.
DUDE. THIS IS SO GOOD. I surrendered my life to Jesus and left an lgbtq lifestyle. Choosing him was the best decision I've ever made. thanks for using the language u did.! Those in the lifestyle need to hear this.
Thats sad to hear man. I hope you realize one day that God loves you regardless of who you love. What type of God would hate you because of something he did?
@@WithoutFear804 God doesn't hate anyone, He loves everyone even while we're sinning, but that doesn't mean we can still sin. I feel like when people hear the unconditional love and all-loving part, they forget about the father and judge part. See, yes God loves us all, and that's why He made the law. in simple terms, hell is a place for anyone who sins(God made hell for Satan and his demons because they went against God) no human was supposed to go to hell, then Eve ate the apple, thus sin was born. God gave us free will which is why eve had the choice to eat the apple in the first place, if God had stopped her, He would have taken away that free will. Anyway, as a father, God made rules to keep us in line and discipline us and get us into heaven. we chose whether to follow those rules or not. The commandments are there to protect us, just like laws on earth. (plus, they really aren't hard to follow and don't restrict you at all. ik a lot of people think being a Christian is boring and you can't have fun, but it simply isn't true) As a judge, God has to be impartial whether He loves us or not. think of it like this: A man robs a bank and gets caught red-handed, he goes to court and his father is the judge. even though the father doesn't want his son to go to jail, he must sentence him because the son still committed a crime. impartiality. also, why is it sad? this man literally just said he's happier. anyway, I hope this made sense and I hope you have a blessed day/night, God bless❤️
@@WithoutFear804 And the fact you're shaming someone for trying to look after their SOUL is sad. Mind your own soul please, unless you are spreading the GOSPEL and KNOW the Word of God.
As a Christian I have had so much strife over my own sexuality and I have heard so many different people say so many different things about whether it is right or wrong to be attracted to the same gender as you. I'm still trying to navigate this difficult road but the thing that brought me to tears was when you were talking about how God only wants the best for you. He knows how many tears you've cried, he knows exactly how many hairs are on you head. Whatever it is that we are dealing with he will always be holding our hands, and that is so powerful. 💗
Hi Alex! I’m a college student and am trying the best to navigate my college experience while also living through my faith and strive to be the most like Jesus as I can be! I was wondering if you would be able to make a video regarding drinking, hookup culture and other things that are very prominent in the college life and maybe give us some advice as to how to not give into temptation or also how to not give off the vibe that we are judgmental or ‘better than’ if we decide to not partake in those things?! Thank you!! & God Bless💛
The way she looks at you when you’re speaking is so beautiful. You can see how shes in love with you, loves hearing you talk about God, and really admires you. 😍😍😍 God bless y’all always
This has nothing to do with the video but the way lokelani looks at Alex when he is talking is so precious, she is so concentrated on what he is saying. God bless you guys ❤️ beautiful family
God bless you and your wife Alex. I'm praying that the Lord uses this video in mighty ways. Thank you for setting such a kindhearted and loving standard for us as a church. 🕊️
this is SO beautiful and SPIRIT FILLED. thank you. thank you Holy Spirit for guiding these people. i once posted a YOLO on my snapchat which is an anonymous question asking thing, and someone asked me if i thought homosexuality was wrong, and i answered saying “love the sinner hate the sin” which was a super terrible answer considering 1 corinthians 3:2, and i got ‘canceled’ for it. this is a great way to talk about it.
@@elizabeth6134 so when we say that to people who aren’t in Christ, it’s basically saying to them, i love you but i hate you. for example with homosexuality, many people consider that a huge part of who they are. and so you say i love you, but i hate... well, you. yk?
Why do you people insists on "guiding" people who don't want to be guided. Why can't others just live their life without you people pushing your beliefs on others. Believe in what you believe by all means. Let others believe what they want to believe
@@thistle1320 as i said, someone asked me my opinion on it. as a christian we are called to tell the world about Jesus. they ASKED what i thought. i simply answered.
@@thistle1320 it would make no sense for me to go up to someone that is part of the community and tell them that they’re a sinner on their way to hell. i would tell them about Jesus. but the people asked what i thought.
You are really gifted, the way you are speaking straight into people hearts is just beautiful. I wish i had a friend like you. Thank you for every video that you made , and keep spreading the word of God. May God bless you and your familly! Im so happy that i found your channel.
This really upset me, it’s not that I don’t agree I’m just struggling with this and I literally try everything, it’s so hard just mentally and it’s tiring.
i agree, this video really confused me. i saw another comment saying god wants you to love people, no matter who they are, but he wants you to find love in him first. that was easier to understand, hope it helps!
@@ItstheNyri Exactly, straight people can't answer the question because they never felt how gay people felt, and don't worry about loving the same sex because if God didn't like homosexuality than why are gay people on this planet?
I know you guys were nervous about this video, but you guys did the right thing. You're here to please God, not humans. Your way of teaching was really good. Learning how to talk to people in a truthful way about homosexuality, but that there is hope for them to get close to God is a powerful move on creating conversations. Learning a lot about this video. Thank you for obeying God in making this video. Blessings.
I’ve questioned my sexuality before, and recently I’ve came out to my friends, as a straight T man. I’ve just had a lot of curiosities but God is my savor and my everything!😊
the love, humility, compassion, understanding, wisdom and TRUTH in this video is so beautiful. i imagine this is how Jesus would address it if He was asked today. you both represent Christ so well!
Just because he says he understands doesn't mean he understands. He pretends to understand but devalues gay marriage and gay people with everything he says
Really appreciate y'all diving into this and the great care and love you approached this with, even being so vulnerable as asking for prayer while you worked in it. Y'all are awesome. Years ago, when I was in highschool, there was a moment where I was saying some unloving things about people who live homosexual lifestyles and my mom hit me with Proverbs 6:16-19 and pointed out to me that homosexuality is not on that list and really opened my eyes to the ache in God's heart for His children to be free and walk in the Truth and glory of their identities as sons and daughters in Him. You also mentioned that you can only be one with God, but Matthew 19:5&6 says that (in the act of sex and in the covenant of marriage) man and woman become one and through that relationship, in Jesus, you become one with God together. Marriage and family are God's kingdom design that He purposed to bless the whole earth through, with Him being right in the midst of it (Ephesians 5:32). In the context of the Hebrew culture, the Bible is saturated with wedding language for how Jesus loves and longs for His people/bride. Just like y'all said, this is a super complicated topic, because of its deeply rooted identity elements, but I appreciate y'all being a voice of truth IN love amidst so many other voices that are not. It is the Kindness of God that leads us to repentance. An in depth video on sin and how Good responds to it, according to His righteousness and the posture our hearts (obedience/repentance/humility etc..) might be a great follow up to this
I feel like I'm constantly hurting myself for choosing to consume materials about LGBTQ+ and Christianity. I appreciate the grace and the care that you put into these videos-thank you for that. But idk. I'm gay and I feel like I'm bound to not find my spiritual home at all
this is so raw and genuine and it breaks my heart but there is also a beauty and grace in your attempt to find your spiritual home while honoring your truth. i feel your comment, word for word, and i wish i could offer a solution, but im in the same boat:) my greatest comfort is knowing that even while being unsure of where i belong and how i should be, i will still love myself and love god to my imperfect fullest (imperfect for so many reasons not even considering the fact that we are lgbt!!) in that time:)
@@kyliantembo6438 if you would like to see testimonies and tips from former LGBTQers check out Arianna Armour. She used to be a trans man and is now saved by the blood of Jesus Christ!! ❤🕆❤
Hey Preston perry is a great apologetics speaker if you’re looking for that. Him and his wife Jackie hill perry do a lot of teaching and vlogging on their channel Life With the Perry’s
I love this video. This is such a difficult topic to cover in the Church, but the way you are able to speak the truth and speak in Love is so powerful. too many people think that condemnation will change people, but it won’t. Jesus loved and spoke softly, and I can see Christ through you two. Awesome stuff! God bless!
Thank you for doing this with love. Thank you for doing this with truth. Thank you for humbling yourself FIRST and sharing how you have missed the mark. Such a beautiful video.
Thank you Alex, This was definitely the best Christian discussion surrounding this topic I've ever seen. I just now re-entered my relationship with god and the biggest thing I've been struggling is the fact that I would probably (more like "actually") have to be celibate if I were to repent from homosexuality. Through God and through 4+ years I tried to look to god for strength and guidance but even under God's grasp I still felt like the only way was to be celibate (as entering a heterosexual relationship would not be fair to the woman because I have been attracted (emotionally and physically) to 0 women in my lifetime). So...even as I continue to try and walk alongside the love and mercy of God, all I want to do is repent, but it IS unfair that heterosexual people are able to have a fulfilling family and foster love to children and teach in the church (in reference to Jude), but being a Christian with absolutely no hope in finding a woman that I can love and marry in the fullest way possible just tears my heart apart. I'd love a response but I understand that I know the facts: the answer lies in faith. It's more of a question of fatherhood and marriage, and why God would not want that for me?
I have a couple of friends that are part of the lgbtq community and they know I dont support it but I could never put into words why I didn't support it because I felt that no matter what I said it sounded offensive but this video explains everything so perfectly and explained literally everything so well.
"Through maturity and through regeneration we will see the way how God wants us to go and the way in which God wants to go it is true God bless you all
'But by the grace of God I am what I am' 1 Cor. 15:10 Our identity is defined in christ and through the grace we recieved, for god transformed us into a new creature
This is a great talk about homosexuality. Honestly homosexuality and what that means for my future is just my cross to carry (God knows there are worse ones so I’m good) but it can be hard sometimes. God bless y’all ❤️
A lot of Christians have no much harshness on the LGBTQ community, you took this video in such an amazing direction and I have so much respect for you, you only showed love in this video, and I can't thank you enough. Asexuality is apart of the LGBT community, I would love to hear your views on that as a Christian, I feel like that is never talked about
@@sirmeurtrier6951 LGBTQ is not about sex. It's about less common attractions. Having no sexual attraction is less common and they're still a victim of homophobia
@@thistle1320 It’s literally about sexuality. And also how can u be a victim of homophobia if you aren’t homosexual. Y’all have completely lost all logic😆🤦🏾♂️
@@sirmeurtrier6951 homophobia generally means discrimination against LGBTQ people. Sexuality and attraction, while similar, are two different things. Sexuality is mainly the name for your attraction. Like heterosexual means you are attracted to the other gender. Heterosexual being your sexuality and your attraction being towards other people of the same gender. Asexuality Is being sexually attracted to nobody. And believe it or not, asexual people still face discrimination. Hope that clears it up a bit.
this video honestly helped me a lot because i’ve had a little crush on a celebrity female and when u said it’s only a desire i fully understood what u said and that God wants good for us not bad thank u alex.
Dude, I just want to say you guys are the best. I love that both you and your wife are not afraid to speak about these hard topics. It’s awesome to see you use your platform to bring glory to God’s name and ultimately going back to the Word to see what the Lord says. I’m beyond thankful for you Alex! I can see the Lord shining through you, which encourages me to be an ambassador of Christ and spread the good news of the Gospel! :)
Christians need to talk about this topic more. I salute the two of you for your courage. God is certainly with you. May your work help many find the light of Christ! The world is so lost and many people are struggling to find true fulfillment. The field is plentiful but workers are few.
As a Christian of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints I have been looking for other Christians outside and inside my community who believe in what I believe. In these confusing times searching for truth and Gods light has become increasingly difficult with the current cultures praise of ungodly deeds, dress, and culture. With wickedness increasing everywhere I am thankful for repentance and the ability to become whole again through Christ. Thank you for speaking freely and Honestly about God and your beliefs. We need more men and women like you two.
maybe next time when you talk about a topic like this, get a person that is actually affected by it, like one of your gay friends as you said. It's just really hard to say this kinda stuff, when you yourself are not affected by it. Other then that this video was really respectful and informative :)
WHO DO YOU THINK YOU ARE FOR ADDRESSING THIS TOPIC SO BEAUTIFULLY I COULD VOMIT!!! This is amazing my friend!! Big time pastors WILL NOT cover this topic bc the don’t want to lose something. Thank you for placing your faith in what and who God is calling you to do!!!!
You guys are doing just AMAZING work for God; I am so blessed, I don’t even deserve to know y’all and being able to grow and mature and learn from you by the Holy Spirit. This response is just perfect timing; I have lost a classmate-friendship with a classmate because of this topic... and this opened my eyes and helped me learn and grow. Your videos help me fall in love with God even more; may God so richly bless you and keep moving in your lives, conforming to His will and for His glory. God bless :)
@@xblurryx5102 hey 👋 I've come to realize God can't make anyone be born with a sin, we just are born into sin. Jesus renews us tho and sees us and will bring us through and has grace on us. He sees the struggle. We just have to stay faithful and continue to seek him. I believe he has grace and will renew our desires 🙏 praying for everyone struggling with any sin desires. We will make it through! 💯
@@amenalex I often have trouble discerning how the world came to be after creation. Especially since our science says the world seems to be a lot older than the Bible says. If you could help clarify that would be great.
2 Peter 3:8 “But do not forget this one thing, dear friends: With the Lord a day is like a thousand years, and a thousand years are like a day.” For me personally, scripture says time is whatever God makes of it. He can look at one of our days like 1,000 years or 1,000 of our years as a day for Him. The Creation account in Genesis has always boggled people, “6 days to create EVERYTHING? HOW?!?” but when we get further into the Bible, we see time is different for God. He created everything in 6 days, but those 6 days could’ve been millions of years. Sorry if I come across as rambling. Hope it helps. Much love, God Bless!
@@jacquelineperry7652 actually, i come from a christian school, and in one of our science topics, it mentioned about how the bible is in correlation with the science of our world.
The second to last time I watched porn I knew I wasn't suppose to be doing it but I was trying to do it calmly and just browse for a little just taking it slow to see if I can get myself to just stop but I couldn't and what happens was when I finally clicked on a video the wifi straight up turned off never happened before and the video never played I knew it was God just helping me out and letting me know "ay you shouldnt be watching these people putting themselves out there in this way they don't know what they are doing" and it made me click off I hesitated a little which made me feel bad but so far after watching it one more time after that I haven't since then and I thank God for changing my perspective and helping me out with any urges
Idk if I should've shared this on the internet of not but honestly it feels good to say because it was a huge thing for me and ik not comfortable yet to talk to my mom about it because she was the one that brought me so much closer to God in the first place and I share everything with her
You did the right thing and yes, God helps us in those ways sometimes. It happened to me too. Just know that He sees your struggle and He knows it is hard for you, but He also wants the best for your life and sexual immorality is not. Porn is really damaging to our minds, although it is easy for us human beings to be attracted to it. Keep praying and gettinf closer to our Father, He sees you and loves you and the more you get closer to Him, the less you'll want to watch pornography. God bless you ❤️
The hardest thing to follow as a Christian is to not judge others for their sin. And for Christians it’s hard to accept some people based on the commandments of God. And the best thing to remember is that God has the ultimate judgement, not you. You can’t decide who goes to hell or heaven, that’s Gods control. Love your neighbor no matter what they believe.
im 17 and few years ago, as a kid, I had homosexual desires, not meaning with anyone else but I was confused, nothing big but I knew devil was trying to destroy me. now im okay as Ive started reading the Bible. Actually Paul mentioned homosexuality in Romans 1:27. God bless you all, Jesus loves you!!!
From personal experience, do not try to deny who you are. If you believe in god, that’s who he made you to be. You can’t go on to hate yourself for your whole life. You deserve to be happy and find true love. 💞 best of luck to you
This video gave me so much clarity and confidence in my values and what I’ve taken away from things I’ve read. I loved hearing all your guy’s thoughts, thanks for sharing!!
I’m struggling with homosexuality please pray for me it’s not a easy road but I continue to be stead fast
Struggle implies that you are fighting. I'm praying for your strength to continue...
I’m praying for you. Let it go brother 🙏🏽
Homosexuality is not a choice and there is nothing wrong with being gay.
@@TT-dw2tp You need to pray about it. Read the word of God. He will deliver.
@@liddlediddle7212 In what way is he hurting others or himself, by being himself? Why would God put these thoughts into his head, if he shouldn't live them out? And maybe it feels wrong to him, because that's what he has been told his whole life?
I'm Christian and I struggle, this was helpful. I'm trying everyday to believe I can get closer to God. I'm don't wanna go 50/50 I wanna love him and be a part of him 100%. God bless !
same! and we, His children, are apart of Him ❤️ "I have been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me. And the life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me." Galatians 2:20
Heyy wsp, if u think u can change your mentality , and your sexuality by your own, u got it wrong haha. I struggled w masturbation , and I tried to stop....didn’t work. But when the Holy Spirit came in me , it changed me. I don’t even have envy to do it , cuz i have the Holy Spirit in me. U need the Holy Spirit , so that, u can be renewed. Look. The only way for u to have the Holy Spirit is to repent , recognize that u’re a sinner. Then, to build your relationship w him, u absolutely need to read the words of God. This is really important, because for me , I tried to stop my sin (masturbation) by trying to « pray more » or « try hard » and it didn’t work. It’s never gonna work cuz the devil is stronger than u. But, when I started to read the words of God, EVERYDAY, God started to change me. I started seeing things differently, I started to flee masturbation, I started to flee pornographie. Because , by reading the words of God, u are feeding your soul with his commandements. Your soul is like a body, when u feed it with the right thing , there is no space for sin anymore. And if u do it constantly , your soul will be fully filled with the words of God, with the Holy Spirit. And u will be renewed ✝️❤️
@@gemoss2784 Hey you, lol..umm ik you might not consider yourself an expert or something but I'd actually appreciate a way to contact you if that's cool, for support or motivation...i always feel like i try but it feels as if I don't try hard enough. Any advice from you or anyone would rlly help. I struggle with it all. As if sexual sin isnt only physical but mental issue
@@jimenagudino4899 hey!! I recommend you to check out Arianna Armour here on TH-cam! She is an ex homosexual and her testimony is crazy. God saved her from many things. You can even email her too! She has many helpful videos❤
@@jimenagudino4899 yes of course, here's my instagram : yvw.pato , my snap is : patoaz_77 , the only way to win over your sins is by having the holy spirit inside of you. I can give you some tips, and help u get closer to God, so u can feel and have the holy spirit.
“Our identity is not found in our sexuality, we are more than that” that’s something so many people need to hear cause they define themselves so much by their sexuality these days
👏👏👏
Literally
your identity is found in your sexuality, that's how identity works.
You are also more than that.
That's how identity works.
You are lots of things, one of them is your sexuality.
@@Nerobyrne I'm my self my sexaulity is who I'm attracted to that has nothing to do with my personality or self character
@@korosu_oda no matter what it is you're wrong.
It's a part of you.
"If you're going to call Jesus Lord and master then you're going to have to do what God says and commands"
Facts
Love it ! 🙏🏾
Amen
Somebody put this on a billboard STAT!
Jesus never mentions homosexuality. I know Paul does, but since you're talking about J and all...
i was gay for 11 yrs. of my life, and God saved me. i must say, when Jesus found me. he recreated true happiness.
@@lines6815 I left homosexuality as well two years ago. It was all about an empty lust. And yeah you are right we can't completely change our sexuality but we can expand it towards the opposite sex, since sexuality is a spectrum. But what a wonderful feeling to know that God is testing us. We embrace what we are going through cuz it makes us stronger and closer to our creature.
@@lines6815 😂😂 you’re right, people are incapable of decision making
@@YoungstersHustle why would anyone choose to be oppressed 💀
@@lines6815 Oppression? More like devotion, the lgbt community is getting worshipped by the media currently.
@@YoungstersHustle umm no? Lgbtq people are literally bullied, discriminated against, and murdered around the world.
Unrelated but being a married Christian couple looks fun.
Ikr, I can even feel their joy and genuine love through the screen🥺
Christian relationships give me hope.
@@JonelleRheu same
That’s true love right there
They really look at each other in true agape love
if this isn’t my marriage in 20 years i don’t want it
💯
fr
The way she looks at him!!
It won’t be your marriage in 20 years. Every single marriage is unique. Do not idolize ppls marriages.
This was honestly so refreshing to hear, as someone who struggles with SSA, and is part of the Church. The fact is, my struggle with sexuality does NOT define me. It is not my entire identity. My entire identity is found in Jesus Christ, and I am his daughter. And to me, that’s all that matters in the end.
Wow!! This is awesome ❤ we dont see many people doing these things. So thank you for choosing LIFE!! God bless you
Same
I am so sorry that the church has done this to you. Same sex attraction wasn’t condemned in the Bible until 1946, because homophobic men purposefully mistranslated it.
Why would God hate people for loving someone of the same gender as them? Why would he punish them for eternity just for LOVING someone. It’s illogical.
There’s nothing wrong or sinful with same sex attraction, it’s just love.
@@El-iw6xn what, this is heretical. I apologize man and I truly say this out of love.
Romans 1:27
Genesis 19:1-11
It doesn’t have to say homosexuality to say it’s a sin.
@@Matthew.._ Yes and Isaiah 3:9
I can’t wait until the day meet Jesus
Me too 🥺 face to face
@@nodders3564 im not lukewarm lol
AMEN ❤️✝️
Amén Me too😊
@Tha Night It's about the love of partners, not the love of an individual. Sure, necrophilia is based on a person who really loves a corpse but that doesn't mean the corpse loves it back.
Pee dough feel ya is about a person loving a child too much but obviously that child will never have that kind of abnormal mind to live the pee dough back.
Gotta use these weird terms cuz TH-cam is stupid enough not to detect it.
i was part of the LGBTQ+ community for 8+ years & believed for so long that i was queer; however, when i started running toward God & forming a real, personal relationship with Him, He transformed me & sexual habits/emotions/feelings changed. THANK. GOD.
Rio, you are so beloved ♥️♥️♥️♥️
AMEN
so now ur gay but don't act on it, but still gay?
Amen. God bless you! You’re strong!
@@irelandbell1945 how is denying how God made you being strong?
i ordered my first study bible last night, it should arrive tomorrow. i'm really excited to start beginning and strengthening my walk with Christ.
Congrats :) I am so happy for you! May you grow and learn and lead others to christ too by example! God bless!!!
Ayyy❤
Yay!
Cool
Yeah dont skip the old testament that will open your eyes to how much of a fiction the bible truly is
As a Muslim, I completely agree with you on this stance. its sad to see people twist the religion to fit their desires and sins. god bless you
Edit: I've Accepted Jesus as my lord and savior
Hope you come to Jesus soon!
@@ikaname4077 you know as a muslim i respect your religion as you are believes as well but i choose to be muslim rather then christan, and i know jesus loves me and i believe in jesus as well.
@@omaryasin7326
@@omaryasin7326 "rather than christian" ? Wow so the ultimate word Christ you'd rather choose to be muslim and not "Christ-ian" are u sure u love Jesus"as well" ? U can't love that many Gods please set your priorities right because Jesus is the only lord and he is coming soon!
Sh xx let people believe what they want. No one knows which God if any is real. Maybe they all are. Maybe none of them are. Maybe they are real to the individual who believes in them. You have no proof to say Islam is wrong, so stop being so condescending.
No loving God would punish people for all eternity just because they believed in another God - this Muslim has probably felt Gods presence, they probably have miracle stories. Allah has probably saved their life or talked to them when they prayed. Im saying this as an atheist - all religions claim to have miracles and a connection to God in which they can strongly feel so you have no reason to tell this person Islam is wrong and Christianity is correct. Stop trying to convert people because no loving God would punish Muslims who are a good, loving people.
Exactly what his wife said!! Like telling someone they are going to hell and being rude and mean is just so terrible.
So the apostle Paul was wrong ?
Not just wrong but condemning, and we are not above God to be condemning anyone! I agree
@@uchihasxn 1cor 6:9
@@alanroads5478 he was just saying what God says its the truth sinners won't go to heaven the is a way you will quote that verse and it wouldn't sound rude or mean and the is a way youll say it and it dose sound rude
Well they are
I feel like your words were so perfect throughout this video, and you offered a lot of perspective. A lot of my friends are apart of the LGBTQ+ community and recently its been hard to navigate through. I don't have many friends that have the same believes as I do, and that I bond with. I try my best to figure it all out and align myself with words and principals that makes me feel closer to God. Your words have given me so much comfort and guidance, thank you so much!
Morgan this comment blessed me so much. Love u sister in christ
@@amenalex I'm glad 🤗💗
I don't understand why you need to navigate through other people's relationship. If they're in an abusive relationship, then by all means, intervene. If they love each other and are happy, why intervene?
its the homophobic community we need to pray for
That’s how the enemy works when you let people who don’t follow after Christ into your life and be your friends you will be introduced to new ways new routes and take you away from Jesus and that’s what we have to do as Christians is endure and what that means is you don’t confirm yourself to things in the world because you need friends or feel lonely, you call on Jesus because when you start accepting any friends of the world you get introduced into thoughts of the world and take you astray from Jesus
That was the best Christian discussion on homosexuality I have ever listened to. :) Your channel has inspired me to start my own and talk about popular culture topics with faith-based reflections. Thank you!
This is the type of Christian preaching that is so humble and impactful, this attitude toward preaching can save nations. God bless you, so understanding and not dismissive, I have a family member dealing with issues in this realm
I know homophobics too and I pray for them
@ Saving homophobic souls is ungody to u? Whoes god is urs? Satan????
@@pastorbri noones afraid of the word homophobe 😂
For everyone going through something or feeling that your prayers aren’t being answered, remember 1 John 5:13-14
“I have written this to you who believe in the name of the Son of God, so that you may know you have eternal life. And we are confident that he hears us whenever we ask for anything that pleases him.”
God loves you sm and these tough time won’t last. You are loved and Jesus is coming soon 🌅💫.
To add to that, we’re told to pray in Jesus’ name. John 16:24 “Until now you have not asked for anything in my name. Ask and you will receive, and your joy will be complete.”
@@DrewLabz yep 🙏🏾
its actually 1 John 5:13-14 but amen 🙏🏻
@@yousifalzhra thank you for the correction 🙏🏾
@@KanyinsTv no problem God bless you
The boys make a cameo at the end. Also, I love you all. So does God. Vloggin every week on this channel. Maybe even 2x a week.
Can you make a video about what to do if the people around that you love are falling out of the faith and what we can.
Can you make a video about teenagers that want to get into ministry? I’m 16 and want to get into it but I need some sort of basis to go off of
What do you think about Jehovah's Witnesses and their beliefs
When you were talking about Jesus taking us off the list it reminded me of this passage: "He has delivered us from the domain of darkness and transferred us to the kingdom of his beloved Son..." Loving the content brother.
Would love to hear your exegesis on MATTHEW 19:4 -9
Thank you Alex. I have so many years of experience having people tell me I am going to hell. I've always been so terrified and reserved about involving myself in Christianity again. But, I've only just started reading the Bible again. Thank you for this humble response. I really appreciate it.
It’s unfortunate that you e been told that. Especially if they are followers of Christ. We don’t go to hell because of the life styles we live, but we go to hell because we reject Christ. We don’t want anything to do with him or say I don’t need anyone I can do it all by myself. But when we invite Christ into our lives we are a changed person. Just remember though that everyone is different on how they change their lifestyle. Let God speak to you and you will know when he does. I hope this helps a lil or gives you some encouragement to read your Bible more. Praying for you.
I am so happy for you,keep up
God bless you!
@L A
Amen!
I've been recommending many people to watch Arianna Armour here on TH-cam. She is an ex homosexual (ex trans) and was saved by the blood of Christ! Her testimony is awesome. She even has tips for the ones that want to be freed from homosexuality! You should check it out ❤
Your wife’s comment about how the first command as a Christian is loving God... ufffff
I think she intended to say the greatest commandment.
Is it loving or unloving to rescue someone from a burning building???
would the christian god be loving in general? would you love someone who tells you to murder your child if he dosent listen to you?
@@kanon1118 I don't understand what you are saying??? Please clarify
@@Woodybrush45 the Christian god orders you as one of his commandment to kill you're child if he or she dosent listen to you. would you call that a loving god? would you follow that commandment?
by the way the verse is Deuteronomy 20 18-21
At a real all-time low.
my closest friend sent this to me.
I hope God cares about me and life improves.
Luke 15:7
I tell you that in the same way, there will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous persons who need no repentance.
John 3:16
For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.
Proverbs 8:17
I love those who love me, and those who seek me diligently find me.
1 John 4:16
So we have come to know and to believe the love that God has for us. God is love, and whoever abides in love abides in God, and God abides in him.
If you're being tested, it means He cares. If you're repentant, it means you care. God bless you in your journey.
He does. There’s a cross to prove that.
I will pray for you
God loves you more than u can imagine dude❤❤❤❤
@@kyleg4453 where is this cross?
I’m still amazed how Alex doesn’t have at least a million followers. Great video keep up the grate work! God bless🙏
We are all followers of Jesus 👍🏽
he has 1.4 million on TikTok
Bro that's why everyone needs to keep sharing his videos!
🥺🙏one day! It’s all about Jesus!
@@amenalex Can you make a video about teenagers that want to get into ministry? I’m 16 and want to get into it but I need some sort of basis to go off of
I have realized that if God has already said a union between man and woman is what constitutes marriage any thing out of that is not marriage. The one illustration I use, is if a chef tells u to put rice and water in a pot to make edible rice, if you put water and water or rice and rice, neither of this combinations would result in edible rice. It has to be rice and water for it to constitute edible rice and thus any union not made of man and woman cannot constitute Marriage.
I also struggle with bisexuality but I had to realize that I had to deny myself and follow Jesus, and I am thankful that he is always by my side on this journey
Thank you so much for this guys🥰👏🏾
God bless you❤
Amen! Great example by the way!
Wow, this is an amazing example, thanks for sharing! :)
I like to use this example with noodles and sauce (of the spaghetti variety) instead cuz it helps me understand it better :)
This example is so arbitrary. 2 people of the same gender can "fit" together, as long as they respect, love and understand each other and help each other grow.
I know many happy gay couples, and I know many miserable straight couples. What's right for one person isn't right for every person. But you do you.
DUDE. THIS IS SO GOOD. I surrendered my life to Jesus and left an lgbtq lifestyle. Choosing him was the best decision I've ever made. thanks for using the language u did.! Those in the lifestyle need to hear this.
Thats sad to hear man. I hope you realize one day that God loves you regardless of who you love. What type of God would hate you because of something he did?
@@WithoutFear804 what?
@@WithoutFear804 God doesn't hate anyone, He loves everyone even while we're sinning, but that doesn't mean we can still sin. I feel like when people hear the unconditional love and all-loving part, they forget about the father and judge part. See, yes God loves us all, and that's why He made the law. in simple terms, hell is a place for anyone who sins(God made hell for Satan and his demons because they went against God) no human was supposed to go to hell, then Eve ate the apple, thus sin was born. God gave us free will which is why eve had the choice to eat the apple in the first place, if God had stopped her, He would have taken away that free will. Anyway, as a father, God made rules to keep us in line and discipline us and get us into heaven. we chose whether to follow those rules or not. The commandments are there to protect us, just like laws on earth. (plus, they really aren't hard to follow and don't restrict you at all. ik a lot of people think being a Christian is boring and you can't have fun, but it simply isn't true) As a judge, God has to be impartial whether He loves us or not. think of it like this: A man robs a bank and gets caught red-handed, he goes to court and his father is the judge. even though the father doesn't want his son to go to jail, he must sentence him because the son still committed a crime. impartiality. also, why is it sad? this man literally just said he's happier. anyway, I hope this made sense and I hope you have a blessed day/night, God bless❤️
@@juliav7321 Your implication that being gay is a crime is hilarious. If being gay is a choice then be gay
@@WithoutFear804 And the fact you're shaming someone for trying to look after their SOUL is sad. Mind your own soul please, unless you are spreading the GOSPEL and KNOW the Word of God.
As a Christian I have had so much strife over my own sexuality and I have heard so many different people say so many different things about whether it is right or wrong to be attracted to the same gender as you. I'm still trying to navigate this difficult road but the thing that brought me to tears was when you were talking about how God only wants the best for you. He knows how many tears you've cried, he knows exactly how many hairs are on you head. Whatever it is that we are dealing with he will always be holding our hands, and that is so powerful. 💗
You said it perfectly when you stated that our identity should be within God and not our sexuality 👏🏻❤️
yet homophobics have their identity in hate
Hi Alex! I’m a college student and am trying the best to navigate my college experience while also living through my faith and strive to be the most like Jesus as I can be! I was wondering if you would be able to make a video regarding drinking, hookup culture and other things that are very prominent in the college life and maybe give us some advice as to how to not give into temptation or also how to not give off the vibe that we are judgmental or ‘better than’ if we decide to not partake in those things?! Thank you!! & God Bless💛
Yes we will taylor!!!
@@amenalex awesome!! thank you so much! my Bible study leader & I can’t wait!
I think you should seek the word of God and pray
The way she looks at you when you’re speaking is so beautiful. You can see how shes in love with you, loves hearing you talk about God, and really admires you. 😍😍😍 God bless y’all always
That's what I noticed. Such a great example of a wife. Admirable. A great example of marriage ❣
This has nothing to do with the video but the way lokelani looks at Alex when he is talking is so precious, she is so concentrated on what he is saying.
God bless you guys ❤️ beautiful family
Yes I noticed the same thing. How cool.
God bless you and your wife Alex. I'm praying that the Lord uses this video in mighty ways. Thank you for setting such a kindhearted and loving standard for us as a church. 🕊️
These camera angles and drone shots are looking crispy clean 🥶 🔥
I came from the LGBT community. God is able to save and redeem and He showed me the truth of my identity!! Jesus is King
Happy for you ❤
I 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿 that this video save so many souls, heterosexual and homosexual, cuz we're all on that list multiple times
this is SO beautiful and SPIRIT FILLED. thank you. thank you Holy Spirit for guiding these people. i once posted a YOLO on my snapchat which is an anonymous question asking thing, and someone asked me if i thought homosexuality was wrong, and i answered saying “love the sinner hate the sin” which was a super terrible answer considering 1 corinthians 3:2, and i got ‘canceled’ for it. this is a great way to talk about it.
I’m confused. Why is hate the sin love the sinner a bad mindset? I read the verse, but I can’t quite figure out why your answer was bad.
@@elizabeth6134 so when we say that to people who aren’t in Christ, it’s basically saying to them, i love you but i hate you. for example with homosexuality, many people consider that a huge part of who they are. and so you say i love you, but i hate... well, you. yk?
Why do you people insists on "guiding" people who don't want to be guided. Why can't others just live their life without you people pushing your beliefs on others. Believe in what you believe by all means. Let others believe what they want to believe
@@thistle1320 as i said, someone asked me my opinion on it. as a christian we are called to tell the world about Jesus. they ASKED what i thought. i simply answered.
@@thistle1320 it would make no sense for me to go up to someone that is part of the community and tell them that they’re a sinner on their way to hell. i would tell them about Jesus. but the people asked what i thought.
You are really gifted, the way you are speaking straight into people hearts is just beautiful. I wish i had a friend like you. Thank you for every video that you made , and keep spreading the word of God. May God bless you and your familly! Im so happy that i found your channel.
This really upset me, it’s not that I don’t agree I’m just struggling with this and I literally try everything, it’s so hard just mentally and it’s tiring.
Are you struggling with homosexuality??
i agree, this video really confused me. i saw another comment saying god wants you to love people, no matter who they are, but he wants you to find love in him first. that was easier to understand, hope it helps!
@@johnmcintosh2193 can you read?
Check out Jackie Hill Perry and the book Gay Girl Good God.
@@ItstheNyri Exactly, straight people can't answer the question because they never felt how gay people felt, and don't worry about loving the same sex because if God didn't like homosexuality than why are gay people on this planet?
I know you guys were nervous about this video, but you guys did the right thing. You're here to please God, not humans. Your way of teaching was really good. Learning how to talk to people in a truthful way about homosexuality, but that there is hope for them to get close to God is a powerful move on creating conversations. Learning a lot about this video. Thank you for obeying God in making this video. Blessings.
homophobia is a sin is the truth. And homophobics lie.
I’ve questioned my sexuality before, and recently I’ve came out to my friends, as a straight T man. I’ve just had a lot of curiosities but God is my savor and my everything!😊
To add on, as a Christian, I acknowledge my imperfections because above all of that. He loves me and all of my neighbors!
the love, humility, compassion, understanding, wisdom and TRUTH in this video is so beautiful. i imagine this is how Jesus would address it if He was asked today. you both represent Christ so well!
Just because he says he understands doesn't mean he understands. He pretends to understand but devalues gay marriage and gay people with everything he says
@@thistle1320 well said
Really appreciate y'all diving into this and the great care and love you approached this with, even being so vulnerable as asking for prayer while you worked in it. Y'all are awesome. Years ago, when I was in highschool, there was a moment where I was saying some unloving things about people who live homosexual lifestyles and my mom hit me with Proverbs 6:16-19 and pointed out to me that homosexuality is not on that list and really opened my eyes to the ache in God's heart for His children to be free and walk in the Truth and glory of their identities as sons and daughters in Him. You also mentioned that you can only be one with God, but Matthew 19:5&6 says that (in the act of sex and in the covenant of marriage) man and woman become one and through that relationship, in Jesus, you become one with God together. Marriage and family are God's kingdom design that He purposed to bless the whole earth through, with Him being right in the midst of it (Ephesians 5:32). In the context of the Hebrew culture, the Bible is saturated with wedding language for how Jesus loves and longs for His people/bride. Just like y'all said, this is a super complicated topic, because of its deeply rooted identity elements, but I appreciate y'all being a voice of truth IN love amidst so many other voices that are not. It is the Kindness of God that leads us to repentance. An in depth video on sin and how Good responds to it, according to His righteousness and the posture our hearts (obedience/repentance/humility etc..) might be a great follow up to this
its the homophobic lifestyle we should hate
Alex's videos are very well put together, taught and explained professionally! Everyone needs to keep sharing all his videos!
It is so hard to follow God’s commandments. I really can’t do it, but Jesus can. He gives you strength
Saw this as a Snapchat ad. I'm a gay male so I'm looking forward to hearing your perspective with an open mind :)
1 Corinthians 6:9-10
@@donkey-doo119 shut up
@@donkey-doo119 that verse doesnt change the fact that jesus loves him
that's beautiful. Thank you for having an open mind internet friend :)
You don’t need to shut up, I’m very glad you came with an open mind :)
I feel like I'm constantly hurting myself for choosing to consume materials about LGBTQ+ and Christianity. I appreciate the grace and the care that you put into these videos-thank you for that. But idk. I'm gay and I feel like I'm bound to not find my spiritual home at all
this is so raw and genuine and it breaks my heart but there is also a beauty and grace in your attempt to find your spiritual home while honoring your truth. i feel your comment, word for word, and i wish i could offer a solution, but im in the same boat:) my greatest comfort is knowing that even while being unsure of where i belong and how i should be, i will still love myself and love god to my imperfect fullest (imperfect for so many reasons not even considering the fact that we are lgbt!!) in that time:)
So well spoken! God bless you, this isn’t easy to say this well.
its easy to say homophobia is a sin
You should do an interview with your gay friend and try to answer his questions about gods perception of him.
*God
I’ll send you the link is a testimony of someone who was in the lgbtq comm and got radically saved
@@f1fran943 please share it I would love see their testimonies
@@kyliantembo6438 if you would like to see testimonies and tips from former LGBTQers check out Arianna Armour. She used to be a trans man and is now saved by the blood of Jesus Christ!! ❤🕆❤
You should make a short apologetic video series about things like how to defend the Bible, how to prove God exists, etc.
Hey Preston perry is a great apologetics speaker if you’re looking for that. Him and his wife Jackie hill perry do a lot of teaching and vlogging on their channel Life With the Perry’s
That is a great idea! If you want some great resources for that check out Frank Turek and C.S Lewis!
🔥🔥🔥 talk about meeting people where they are. Something that most preachers fail to do. Phenomenal. Thank you!!!!
I love this video. This is such a difficult topic to cover in the Church, but the way you are able to speak the truth and speak in Love is so powerful. too many people think that condemnation will change people, but it won’t. Jesus loved and spoke softly, and I can see Christ through you two. Awesome stuff! God bless!
Thank you for doing this with love. Thank you for doing this with truth. Thank you for humbling yourself FIRST and sharing how you have missed the mark. Such a beautiful video.
Thank you Alex,
This was definitely the best Christian discussion surrounding this topic I've ever seen. I just now re-entered my relationship with god and the biggest thing I've been struggling is the fact that I would probably (more like "actually") have to be celibate if I were to repent from homosexuality. Through God and through 4+ years I tried to look to god for strength and guidance but even under God's grasp I still felt like the only way was to be celibate (as entering a heterosexual relationship would not be fair to the woman because I have been attracted (emotionally and physically) to 0 women in my lifetime). So...even as I continue to try and walk alongside the love and mercy of God, all I want to do is repent, but it IS unfair that heterosexual people are able to have a fulfilling family and foster love to children and teach in the church (in reference to Jude), but being a Christian with absolutely no hope in finding a woman that I can love and marry in the fullest way possible just tears my heart apart. I'd love a response but I understand that I know the facts: the answer lies in faith. It's more of a question of fatherhood and marriage, and why God would not want that for me?
You both did this with such compassion. And also the way your wife looks at you is everything 🥺🤍
I want a marriage like these two.....❤️
When we submit to God in everything,nothing can go wrong way....so perfect couple
I have a couple of friends that are part of the lgbtq community and they know I dont support it but I could never put into words why I didn't support it because I felt that no matter what I said it sounded offensive but this video explains everything so perfectly and explained literally everything so well.
Tell them to look up 1 Corinthians 6:9
This is actually so solid. I feel Holy Spirit on this heavy y’all. Bless you
Man I love watching your videos and hearing you speak. If you had a podcast I would listen to it for sure
I do! Search amen alex on all podcast platforms
"Through maturity and through regeneration we will see the way how God wants us to go and the way in which God wants to go it is true God bless you all
"We can't change what He defined..." LOVE IT!!
'But by the grace of God I am what I am'
1 Cor. 15:10
Our identity is defined in christ and through the grace we recieved, for god transformed us into a new creature
This is a great talk about homosexuality. Honestly homosexuality and what that means for my future is just my cross to carry (God knows there are worse ones so I’m good) but it can be hard sometimes. God bless y’all ❤️
Yes it is your “cross to carry” but I can help you by informing you about 1 Corinthians 6:9 new living translation
A lot of Christians have no much harshness on the LGBTQ community, you took this video in such an amazing direction and I have so much respect for you, you only showed love in this video, and I can't thank you enough. Asexuality is apart of the LGBT community, I would love to hear your views on that as a Christian, I feel like that is never talked about
Well being a virgin cuz you don't like s3x isn't a sin
That makes no sense, how can being non-sexual be in a community of sexuality. That’s like saying a rock is a type of liquid.
@@sirmeurtrier6951 LGBTQ is not about sex. It's about less common attractions. Having no sexual attraction is less common and they're still a victim of homophobia
@@thistle1320 It’s literally about sexuality. And also how can u be a victim of homophobia if you aren’t homosexual. Y’all have completely lost all logic😆🤦🏾♂️
@@sirmeurtrier6951 homophobia generally means discrimination against LGBTQ people. Sexuality and attraction, while similar, are two different things. Sexuality is mainly the name for your attraction. Like heterosexual means you are attracted to the other gender. Heterosexual being your sexuality and your attraction being towards other people of the same gender. Asexuality Is being sexually attracted to nobody. And believe it or not, asexual people still face discrimination. Hope that clears it up a bit.
The Bible was created by man that were filled with the holt spirit . PLEASE STAY IN THE WORD AND NOT THE WORLD . GOD BLESS!
Love how y’all talked about this with such love and grace. Been thinking about this lots lately. God bless y’all!
homophobics never talk in love nor grace
this video honestly helped me a lot because i’ve had a little crush on a celebrity female and when u said it’s only a desire i fully understood what u said and that God wants good for us not bad thank u alex.
It's such a blessing to see this much love in the comment section. God bless this work that you and your family do.
I’m so glad I came across your videos 2-3months ago, Alex!🥲😌They’ve benefited my walk with Christ so much : )
Dude, I just want to say you guys are the best. I love that both you and your wife are not afraid to speak about these hard topics. It’s awesome to see you use your platform to bring glory to God’s name and ultimately going back to the Word to see what the Lord says. I’m beyond thankful for you Alex! I can see the Lord shining through you, which encourages me to be an ambassador of Christ and spread the good news of the Gospel! :)
but homophobics should never ever talk about LGBT issues.
You have a beautiful family, brother. Keep up the great content and helping us christians follow God.
Christians need to talk about this topic more. I salute the two of you for your courage. God is certainly with you. May your work help many find the light of Christ! The world is so lost and many people are struggling to find true fulfillment. The field is plentiful but workers are few.
As a Christian of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints I have been looking for other Christians outside and inside my community who believe in what I believe. In these confusing times searching for truth and Gods light has become increasingly difficult with the current cultures praise of ungodly deeds, dress, and culture. With wickedness increasing everywhere I am thankful for repentance and the ability to become whole again through Christ. Thank you for speaking freely and Honestly about God and your beliefs. We need more men and women like you two.
maybe next time when you talk about a topic like this, get a person that is actually affected by it, like one of your gay friends as you said. It's just really hard to say this kinda stuff, when you yourself are not affected by it. Other then that this video was really respectful and informative :)
i agree, it was pretty confusing hearing this from someone who isn’t affected by it
@@ninamorton14 it's about God, loving God so much that everything else pales in comparison.
@@kol5300 completely agree :) “part of loving the lord is keeping the commandments”. You don’t have to be gay to be right about that ❤️
I mean that makes sense its not easy to explain something about us when they dont know what we go through but they mean well
@@SiyandaLotus False teacher
Wow this is truly amazing. Having our identity primarily in Christ is where we find true love and joy above anything else. God bless you guys :)
To love God is to keep His commandments 🙌🏿❤️
May god continue to bless you my brother love from Jamaica 🇯🇲
WHO DO YOU THINK YOU ARE FOR ADDRESSING THIS TOPIC SO BEAUTIFULLY I COULD VOMIT!!! This is amazing my friend!! Big time pastors WILL NOT cover this topic bc the don’t want to lose something. Thank you for placing your faith in what and who God is calling you to do!!!!
My friend has religious trauma. Please pray for them to come to God
You guys are doing just AMAZING work for God; I am so blessed, I don’t even deserve to know y’all and being able to grow and mature and learn from you by the Holy Spirit. This response is just perfect timing; I have lost a classmate-friendship with a classmate because of this topic... and this opened my eyes and helped me learn and grow. Your videos help me fall in love with God even more; may God so richly bless you and keep moving in your lives, conforming to His will and for His glory. God bless :)
ya may have lost a classmate because homophobia is a sin.
It’s crazy how god changes life in a blink of an eye god is great
The first time I’ve agreed with you. Keep preaching the truth. You do it well.
Thanks Alex for your videos
Short answer, yes. However, you can accept the fact that you are attracted to the same sex and you can choose to battle that attraction.
@@OnBeeno exactly.
why would God make me gay then 🤨
@@xblurryx5102 You choose to act homosexuality. Man is not born gay just as women are not born lesbian. God did not make you gay.
@@tythompson4794 why would i choose this 🤨
@@xblurryx5102 hey 👋 I've come to realize God can't make anyone be born with a sin, we just are born into sin. Jesus renews us tho and sees us and will bring us through and has grace on us. He sees the struggle. We just have to stay faithful and continue to seek him. I believe he has grace and will renew our desires 🙏 praying for everyone struggling with any sin desires.
We will make it through! 💯
Been waiting for this one
you are the only couple that makes me want a marriage ♥️ praise God for you!
Thanks you Alex and Lokelani for sharing this with so much compassion, grace and truth! I appreciate your videos and services so much. God bless! 🤍🙏🏾
we love and appreciate you so much, Derriann ❤️
I was fasting today and this made me hungry xD I will be fine though. God bless you all!
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Hey Alex love the honest content. Could you talk about the Bible timeline please? Thank you
What’s that
@@amenalex I often have trouble discerning how the world came to be after creation. Especially since our science says the world seems to be a lot older than the Bible says. If you could help clarify that would be great.
2 Peter 3:8 “But do not forget this one thing, dear friends: With the Lord a day is like a thousand years, and a thousand years are like a day.”
For me personally, scripture says time is whatever God makes of it. He can look at one of our days like 1,000 years or 1,000 of our years as a day for Him.
The Creation account in Genesis has always boggled people, “6 days to create EVERYTHING? HOW?!?” but when we get further into the Bible, we see time is different for God. He created everything in 6 days, but those 6 days could’ve been millions of years.
Sorry if I come across as rambling.
Hope it helps. Much love, God Bless!
@@tt1820 that’s really helpful actually. Thank you for sharing.
@@jacquelineperry7652 actually, i come from a christian school, and in one of our science topics, it mentioned about how the bible is in correlation with the science of our world.
The second to last time I watched porn I knew I wasn't suppose to be doing it but I was trying to do it calmly and just browse for a little just taking it slow to see if I can get myself to just stop but I couldn't and what happens was when I finally clicked on a video the wifi straight up turned off never happened before and the video never played I knew it was God just helping me out and letting me know "ay you shouldnt be watching these people putting themselves out there in this way they don't know what they are doing" and it made me click off I hesitated a little which made me feel bad but so far after watching it one more time after that I haven't since then and I thank God for changing my perspective and helping me out with any urges
Idk if I should've shared this on the internet of not but honestly it feels good to say because it was a huge thing for me and ik not comfortable yet to talk to my mom about it because she was the one that brought me so much closer to God in the first place and I share everything with her
You can do it with the power and conviction that comes from your passion for Christ. We will be praying for you. Don’t let the enemy win!
You did the right thing and yes, God helps us in those ways sometimes. It happened to me too. Just know that He sees your struggle and He knows it is hard for you, but He also wants the best for your life and sexual immorality is not. Porn is really damaging to our minds, although it is easy for us human beings to be attracted to it. Keep praying and gettinf closer to our Father, He sees you and loves you and the more you get closer to Him, the less you'll want to watch pornography. God bless you ❤️
The hardest thing to follow as a Christian is to not judge others for their sin. And for Christians it’s hard to accept some people based on the commandments of God. And the best thing to remember is that God has the ultimate judgement, not you. You can’t decide who goes to hell or heaven, that’s Gods control. Love your neighbor no matter what they believe.
But inform them
That sneeze was crazy. Bless you 🤧
im 17 and few years ago, as a kid, I had homosexual desires, not meaning with anyone else but I was confused, nothing big but I knew devil was trying to destroy me. now im okay as Ive started reading the Bible. Actually Paul mentioned homosexuality in Romans 1:27. God bless you all, Jesus loves you!!!
I have always struggled with SSA but I know I have to listen to his commandments 🙏🏼
Same here ! If you ever need guidance or have questions on how to deal with it I’m here :)
i struggled too, God is good though:) fix your eyes on him:)
Check out Jackie Hill Perry’s talks on it and also her book Gay Girl Good God. She can relate and has felt that struggle.
From personal experience, do not try to deny who you are. If you believe in god, that’s who he made you to be. You can’t go on to hate yourself for your whole life. You deserve to be happy and find true love. 💞 best of luck to you
@@Dolly_junkie she shouldn’t hate herself. she has a purpose destined by her Creator just like you do.
This video gave me so much clarity and confidence in my values and what I’ve taken away from things I’ve read. I loved hearing all your guy’s thoughts, thanks for sharing!!
all uneed know is homophobia is a sin
thank you for always relying on God’s Word when discussing such relevant social topics 🤍
This video was so Calming
Your channel is so precious!!! Thank you!
God bless you for creating content like this I literally just stumbled upon it and I have been blessed. Thank you !
this guy got me through so much
God is the one who’s helping u !
it is weird that we even have discussions about this topic. It couldnt be any clearer.
Easily the best TH-camr out right now. Amazing quality content, amazing person, amazing family.
thank you for speaking on this alex✝️🥺🙏🏼