Even if you grant that it exists, the question that follows is, "So what?"
One could then argue that serial killers are genetically predisposed to violence. Does that excuse their actions? Do we, as a society, then grant them blanket immunity because they were "born that way?"
I reject genetic predisposition as an excuse. Whatever weaknesses you may or may not be born with, you are still accountable for your actions!
We are pretty convinced that alcoholism is a genetic condition, yet we still expect alcoholics to avoid drinking and driving or buying liquor for minors. So, the question of whether homosexuality is genetic or not is entirely moot! It's homosexual acts that are morally offensive and inherently wrong. This also dismisses the straw man "Don't tell me who I can love" argument. It's not about who you love, it's about who you have sex with!
Regardless of your genetic predisposition(s) or emotional leanings, you can still choose whether or not to commit homosexual acts. That's where the trouble lies.
I agree! The government should determine who has sex with who.
“So, the question of whether homosexuality is genetic or not is entirely moot! It’s homosexual acts that are morally offensive and inherently wrong.”
“Regardless of your genetic predisposition(s) or emotional leanings, you can still choose whether or not to commit homosexual acts. That’s where the trouble lies.”
I agree with you completely. I’ve always thought that. From a moral stand point, abstinence is a valid option. Some Priests and other religious do it. The Apostle Paul did it and recommended it for those who could, he did not order it or ordain it, recognizing the human need and the very real need to populate the earth. I’m convinced that Jesus did it, regardless of any newly found fake parchments, that say that our Savior was married.
We are not all Pauls and for certain none of us are Jesuses but we as Christians should strive to be like our Lord.
Absolutely Amen -— line for line, point for point, sentence for sentence, 100% Amen.