With that being said, I am no longer a member of the LDS faith, for my own personal reasons. I have no issue, and in fact, highly support those around me that choose to be faithful members! Recently, a dear childhood friend of mine chose a particularly entertaining way to address the issue of being gay and also believing in gospel of the LDS church. This has since prompted some of our other friends and acquaintances to also have the courage to be honest with themselves and others. I have been so touched by their stories and faith in their chosen religion! I feel a strong sense of support and love towards them, I had to repost their stories!
I also hope this continues to raise the awareness that this subject clearly needs within the church. I hope that we can all continue to learn to love unconditionally and without judgement!
James Hales has been one of my friends since we were in the 7th grade. I remember turning to each other through some of our terrible teen years for support. I remember choreographing dances for our show choirs through the years together. I also remember us butting heads and wanting to kill each other through the innate stubbornness we both seem to have been born with. I love James very dearly, I would have been supportive of him had he said he was building a rocket to go to the moon! My own personal thoughts after watching his video were along the lines of, "It's about freaking time!" I was not surprised, and did not find it difficult to wrap my head around at all. His YouTube encompassed a variety of reactions, including that of my own brother-in-law. It also encompasses his love for the gospel and his choice to follow its teachings. He's been interviewed a few times already and has more interviews to come! I'm so proud of him and will continue to be one of his greatest admirers and supporters!
James Hales Blog: http://jimmyleehales.blogspot.com/
James YouTube Video:
Another blog I want to share from a childhood acquaintance, Blaine Hickman
Blaine Hickman Blog: http://somestufftoread17.blogspot.com/
Another great video about love and support on BYU campus:
It is so exciting to see people realizing that it is not our particular sexual attractions that make us worthy or valuable or define who we are, but the innate divinity we possess as children of God, and the virtues and good desires we cultivate through life's journey. God is no respecter of persons when it comes to whom he loves. He loves us all! And he blesses all who follow him as they know how. What we need from each other more than anything is love. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteGood job Amber! Thanks for starting this blog and sharing your thoughts. You really are a great woman.
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