Would you attend a same sex marriage?

[Belinda Cooper]

Would you attend a same sex marriage?

 

[Tolworth John]

Would you attend a same sex marriage?

I would hope that those close to the ' couple ' or them, themselves would be aware of what I believe and would not invite me.

Would I go, no, but I would write to them to say I did not agree with what they were doing and that even though I disagreed I did pray for there health and happiness, even if we had major differences of views .

 

[Handmaid for Jesus]

Would you attend a same sex marriage?

No. And if we are close friends or relatives, they would know why I did not attend. I would continue to love them and pray for them.

 

[sandman]

No ...weddings make me cry ...that would make me laugh.... it would probably be inappropriate.

 

[Belinda Cooper]

I would hope that those close to the ' couple ' or them, themselves would be aware of what I believe and would not invite me.

Would I go, no, but I would write to them to say I did not agree with what they were doing and that even though I disagreed I did pray for there health and happiness, even if we had major differences of views .

Agreed.

No. And if we are close friends or relatives, they would know why I did not attend. I would continue to love them and pray for them.

good to know I am not the only one.

 

[Anthony2019]

Conscientious objection or approval of same sex marriages is not going to stop them from happening.

If I had a friend who was going to get married to a same sex partner, even if I made a decision not to attend, the wedding would still go ahead anyway. The only difference is that I would not be there.

Would I be missed? Probably, yes, but not necessarily for the right reasons. I very much doubt I would be seen as a person of virtue, but as someone who abandoned their friend at an important time. It is easy to think that by declining their invitation we are telling them that we do not care about their relationship. In reality, the message they will likely get from us is that we do not care about them at all.

For some, the idea of attending a same sex marriage might feel uncomfortable or objectionable. For the friend getting married, it is an important milestone in their life. They wish to tie the knot with someone they love very deeply. It is not something that can be downplayed or trivialised. I think at times our desire for righteousness and justice can so easily cause us to lose sight of the needs and feelings of others.

A Christian should never be expected to do something that is against their beliefs or conscience. In this case, they are not being expected to. They are not attending the wedding to give their conscientious approval or to solemnise the relationship. If they felt uncomfortable with the ceremony, they can still sit and watch, even if they were not actively taking part.

They are going so they can be there for their friend.

The true value of friendship is the constancy and continuity of being there for someone during the highs and lows of life, when things go right and when they go wrong. Though we may sometimes not agree with our friends, or understand what they are doing, we are nevertheless always there for each other.

Friendship is a two way street. At times our friends may have come out of their own comfort zone to be there for us when we need them. Is it not right that we should do the same for them?

If I objected to same sex marriage, then it is quite likely my friend would already know this anyway. If I turned up to the wedding, it is very likely that my friend would perceive, all the more, that I have acted with maturity, dignity and kindness and shown that I genuinely care about them.

 

[doctorwho29]

Nope, not even for close friends or family

 

[Belinda Cooper]

Conscientious objection or approval of same sex marriages is not going to stop them from happening.

If I had a friend who was going to get married to a same sex partner, even if I made a decision not to attend, the wedding would still go ahead anyway. The only difference is that I would not be there.

Would I be missed? Probably, yes, but not necessarily for the right reasons. I very much doubt I would be seen as a person of virtue, but as someone who abandoned their friend at an important time. It is easy to think that by declining their invitation we are telling them that we do not care about their relationship. In reality, the message they will likely get from us is that we do not care about them at all.

For some, the idea of attending a same sex marriage might feel uncomfortable or objectionable. For the friend getting married, it is an important milestone in their life. They wish to tie the knot with someone they love very deeply. It is not something that can be downplayed or trivialised. I think at times our desire for righteousness and justice can so easily cause us to lose sight of the needs and feelings of others.

A Christian should never be expected to do something that is against their beliefs or conscience. In this case, they are not being expected to. They are not attending the wedding to give their conscientious approval or to solemnise the relationship. If they felt uncomfortable with the ceremony, they can still sit and watch, even if they were not actively taking part.

They are going so they can be there for their friend.

The true value of friendship is the constancy and continuity of being there for someone during the highs and lows of life, when things go right and when they go wrong. Though we may sometimes not agree with our friends, or understand what they are doing, we are nevertheless always there for each other.

Friendship is a two way street. At times our friends may have come out of their own comfort zone to be there for us when we need them. Is it not right that we should do the same for them?

If I objected to same sex marriage, then it is quite likely my friend would already know this anyway. If I turned up to the wedding, it is very likely that my friend would perceive, all the more, that I have acted with maturity, dignity and kindness and shown that I genuinely care about them.

Attending a wedding is saying you approve and sit as a witness and celebrate with them.

you said "It is easy to think that by declining their invitation we are telling them that we do not care about their relationship." I wonder if God thinks you are caring more about the approval of man than of God? You can't please the world and God, you can only serve one master.

 

[Anthony2019]

Attending a wedding is saying you approve and sit as a witness and celebrate with them.

you said "It is easy to think that by declining their invitation we are telling them that we do not care about their relationship." I wonder if God thinks you are caring more about the approval of man than of God? You can't please the world and God, you can only serve one master.

It's not about getting approval from anyone. It is not even necessarily agreeing with the decision they are taking. It is about showing friendship and care and doing things in a respectful and dignified way.

 

[Marumorose]

Would you attend a same sex marriage?

No i wouldn't because going means i support what they are doing. We do not only go to hell for our own actions but also what we support.
May God Bless You

 

[doctorwho29]

It's not about getting approval from anyone. It is not even necessarily agreeing with the decision they are taking. It is about showing friendship and care and doing things in a respectful and dignified way.

Some things cross the line, even for friends. Attending a wedding is giving approval, or appearing to. That appearance could hurt your Christian witness or have any number of effects. There are other ways to show friendship.

 

[eleos1954]

Would you attend a same sex marriage?

nope

 

[DragonFox91]

No.

But maybe if it wasn't in a church or church-ordained marriage. Big maybe.

But I can't see myself ever getting invited to a gay marriage.

 

[John Caldwell]

Would you attend a same sex marriage?

No. But if they had good food I'd go to the reception.

 

[Clare73]

Conscientious objection or approval of same sex marriages is not going to stop them from happening.

If I had a friend who was going to get married to a same sex partner, even if I made a decision not to attend, the wedding would still go ahead anyway. The only difference is that I would not be there.

Would I be missed? Probably, yes, but not necessarily for the right reasons. I very much doubt I would be seen as a person of virtue, but as someone who abandoned their friend at an important time. It is easy to think that by declining their invitation we are telling them that we do not care about their relationship. In reality, the message they will likely get from us is that we do not care about them at all.

For some, the idea of attending a same sex marriage might feel uncomfortable or objectionable. For the friend getting married, it is an important milestone in their life. They wish to tie the knot with someone they love very deeply. It is not something that can be downplayed or trivialised. I think at times our desire for righteousness and justice can so easily cause us to lose sight of the needs and feelings of others.

A Christian should never be expected to do something that is against their beliefs or conscience. In this case, they are not being expected to. They are not attending the wedding to give their conscientious approval or to solemnise the relationship. If they felt uncomfortable with the ceremony, they can still sit and watch, even if they were not actively taking part.

They are going so they can be there for their friend.

The true value of friendship is the constancy and continuity of being there for someone during the highs and lows of life, when things go right and when they go wrong. Though we may sometimes not agree with our friends, or understand what they are doing, we are nevertheless always there for each other.

Friendship is a two way street. At times our friends may have come out of their own comfort zone to be there for us when we need them. Is it not right that we should do the same for them?

If I objected to same sex marriage, then it is quite likely my friend would already know this anyway. If I turned up to the wedding, it is very likely that my friend would perceive, all the more, that I have acted with maturity, dignity and kindness and shown that I genuinely care about them.

I have already not attended one in my family.

It's about approval of what Scripture reveals God does not approve.

Christ loved sinners and healed their sin, but which he clearly and explicitly did not approve ("Go, and sin no more.") nor did he condone by participation.

 

[Presbyterian Continuist]

It's not about getting approval from anyone. It is not even necessarily agreeing with the decision they are taking. It is about showing friendship and care and doing things in a respectful and dignified way.

Attending the wedding is participating in their sin by showing that you approve of what they are doing and celebrating their union. This is against what God tells us when He says, "Come out from among them and be separate." Showing approval of sin is the same as sinning yourself and you will be accountable to God for it.

 

[BOW2me]

Would you attend a same sex marriage?

My moto: Neither condone what God condemns nor condemn what God condones.

As has been stated in other posts, by attending your are giving approval of their sinful act.

This passage comes to mind:
(2Jo 1:9 KJV) Whosoever transgresseth, and abideth not in the doctrine of Christ, hath not God. He that abideth in the doctrine of Christ, he hath both the Father and the Son.
(2Jo 1:10 KJV) If there come any unto you, and bring not this doctrine, receive him not into [your] house, neither bid him God speed:
(2Jo 1:11 KJV) For he that biddeth him God speed is partaker of his evil deeds.

Don't even wish them well!

 

[BBAS 64]

It's not about getting approval from anyone. It is not even necessarily agreeing with the decision they are taking. It is about showing friendship and care and doing things in a respectful and dignified way.

Good Day,

I would suggest that people who choose to redefine marriage that know me and where I stand. That even considering inviting me are being selfish, self centered and disrespectful.

I know I should not be surprised when pagans act like pagans, but there is need to be dimwitted at the same time.

In Him,

Bill

 

[actionsub]

Did it once. That was quite enough. I was fairly liberal at the time, but that experience turned
me toward a more traditional opinion regarding marriage.

 

[Rev. Adam McKay PhD]

Would you attend a same sex marriage?

Do you know what the couple does afterwards? UNSPEAKABLE THINGS.