1. Navigating Morality in Today's America

Scriptures like Exodus 34:6-7, emphasize the repercussions of our ancestors sins echoing through generations. However, salvation through Jesus remains a beacon for all. But a concerning trend I've witnessed is believers, those who claim faith, reinterpreting God's moral commandments, especially concerning the 7th Commandment on adultery.

In our human flaws, there's a tendency to modify or soften these commandments. This not only misleads our current generation but could pave a distorted path for future ones. David's fleeting indiscretion with Bathsheba serves as a stark reminder of how minor deviations can spiral.

Alarmingly, many of today's religious leaders sidestep such controversial issues. And, in trying to modernize God's commandments, we might unintentionally push those looking up to us further from the divine path. Acts 5, recounting the fate of Ananias and Sapphira, highlights the dire consequences of misrepresenting God's Word.

I firmly believe that current debates, especially those surrounding family and sexuality like LGBTQ+ issues, challenge the sacred institution of the family. Shockingly, some of the most vehement disagreements arise from within our faith community. While discussions on these topics can be volatile, our resolution should echo Jesus' steadfastness during His trying times in Jerusalem.

In any debate about morality and sexuality, my position remains unshaken: My loyalty is to God and His teachings. This unwavering stance once diffused a heated debate, underscoring the power of genuine faith.

1 Corinthians 6:9–11 delineates behaviors that are incompatible with God's kingdom. However, His grace remains accessible to everyone. And as Galatians 1:8 warns, we must guard against distorted interpretations of the gospel.