The “Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation” is upset with Duck Commander, Phil Robertson, over some comments that he made about homosexuality. They are even calling for a boycott of sponsors of the Duck Dynasty TV show.
In a recent interview, Phil (rightly) cited the apostle Paul’s condemnation of homosexuality (and other sins) in 1 Corinthians 6:9-10. Paul said,
“Do you not know that the unrighteous will not inherit the kingdom of God? Do not be deceived. Neither fornicators, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor homosexuals, nor sodomites, not thieves, nor drunkards, nor revilers, nor extortioners…” (1 Corinthians 6:9-10, NKJV).
A representative of the Gay alliance said, “Phil and his family claim to be Christian, but Phil’s lies about an entire community fly in the face of what true Christians believe.”
No, Mr. GLAAD representative, Phil did not “lie” about homosexuality, nor did he contradict what “true Christians believe.” He made a direct appeal to Scripture, which is precisely what a “true Christian” does. True Christians believe that God’s word is right, and that it cannot be wrong – “The statutes of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart” (Psalm 19:8). “All Scripture is inspired of God…” (2 Timothy 3:16). These Scriptures repeatedly condemn homosexuality and lesbianism (Romans 1:26-27; 1 Corinthians 6:9; 1 Timothy 1:10). No “true Christian” defends homosexuality, for no Scripture approves its practice!
Being a gospel preacher, I obviously reject the Gay Alliance’s loose and ungodly definition of Christianity. However, there is another important lesson for us to learn from this story. In this politically-correct, materialistic culture in which we presently live, we should be grateful for Phil Robertson’s willingness to speak out against various forms of immorality, from pre-marital sex (fornication) to homosexuality to drunkenness. The Robertson family has a lot to lose (financially) if they frighten TV networks. Phil Robertson is well aware of this risk, but he openly condemns immorality anyway. This is commendable.
As for the hypocrites at GLAAD, why don’t they allow others to have the same rights that they demand for themselves? They use every available public forum to shove their pro-gay agenda upon others, including young children, and even at the expense of millions of taxpayers who strongly disapprove of their lifestyle. Why then don’t they grant the same free-speech rights to others, like Phil Robertson?
Ironically, the same Bible that condemns homosexuality also acknowledges the free-agency that allows one the ability (not the moral right, but the ability) to practice it. Christianity is the religion of the Bible. Other religions, such as Islam (the religion of the Quran), do not allow such freedoms. From a purely logical perspective, GLAAD and other proponents of homosexuality should be content for Christianity to thrive in free society. Though they may be occasionally exposed to some criticism of homosexuality in a newspaper article or radio program, they at least get to LIVE! Along with their sexual choice, they also have the ability to avoid reading a particular religious article that they consider to be offensive, or to change the station channel of an offensive program. Now, where is my remote… I feel like watching another episode of Duck Dynasty.
Tim Haile