Why I, a Christian, believe 377A should be repealed

[covertbriar]

Four years ago, I wrote a post in response to the NLB’s banning of the penguin books. Today, I’m writing a post in response to the 377A issue. I struggled with whether to post this because I know it will generate a lot of controversy from all sides, and I dislike conflict. Immensely.

However, I know many Christians have been grappling with this issue and I’ve been feeling a strong urge to share my views as a fellow Christian. I don’t know if you are for, against, or not sure which stance you are supposed to take. I will make it very clear – these are my views and I’m not forcing you to agree with me. We can agree to disagree. But if this post can somehow help you gain clarity on the issue, then that’s all I can ask for.
I believe 377A should be repealed. Here’s why:

1) Sin and crime are two very different things. Even if you believe homosexuality is a sin, as stated in the bible, it is unjust to call it a crime. I’ve said this before: some Christians feel like as long as LGBT is on the cards, they have to always take the other side. Stop and think about how ludicrous this is. If sins should be considered crimes, then why don’t we criminalise adultery? Or premarital sex? Or divorce? Or, as I jokingly mentioned on FB to the horror of my foodie friend, why not criminalise gluttony? Ban buffets!

2) The 377A is a sham because it is openly unenforced. What’s the point of it then? For this reason, having the 377A does not discourage homosexuality. It’s like having a law against speeding, then declaring that the law would never be enforced. Does the law deter speeding then? No. So if I say the law should be dropped, am I then saying that I support speeding? Of course not.

But by keeping 377A, we are legitimising hatred and prejudice towards the LGBT, which impinges on human rights. This is not just a secular issue. In the bible, we are told to seek justice for all as well.

As for the argument that we should uphold Asian values, guess what – 377A is not a law enacted by Singapore (and thus Asian). It is an antiquated British law introduced in 1938 that we inherited from our colonial past. So what Asian values are we talking about?

More at https://www.domainofexperts.com/2018/09/why-i-christian-believe-377a-should-be.html

 

[syed putra]

Christians nowadays never obey the bible.

 

[Leongsam]

I agree that 377A is a sham. It should be enforced vigorously to correct the situation.

 

[zhihau]

I agree that 377A is a sham. It should be enforced vigorously to correct the situation.

Boss, how to enforce? Deploy mata mata to use forced entry into people's residences when suspected gay couples are getting raided in their rear?

 

[steffychun]

I agree that 377A is a sham. It should be enforced vigorously to correct the situation.

I agree Master Jedi

 

[Hypocrite-The]

Boss, how to enforce? Deploy mata mata to use forced entry into people's residences when suspected gay couples are getting raided in their rear?

arrest them when they are in hospital. They will seek medical advice when something is wrong with their rear end after their banging session. Medical Evidence is already there.

 

[Leongsam]

Boss, how to enforce? Deploy mata mata to use forced entry into people's residences when suspected gay couples are getting raided in their rear?

Just arrest all gays and charge them because I can guarantee you that they are ALL arsehole bandits.

If Tim Cook visits Singapore arrest him too. Hopefully the guy that succeeds him can save Apple because the company is going down the tubes concentrating on stupid mobile devices instead of computers.

 

[Hypocrite-The]

Just arrest all gays and charge them because I can guarantee you that they are ALL arsehole bandits.

If Tim Cook visits Singapore arrest him too. Hopefully the guy that succeeds him can save Apple because the company is going down the tubes concentrating on stupid mobile devices instead of computers.

But u like iOS...so it's important that they do a good job with iPhones

 

[Reddog]

Wether it is called gay, lgbtq, pink... whatever, it is still homsexuality. Sodomy is disgusting. Even dogs don't do.

 

[Annunaki]

 

[Leongsam]

But u like iOS...so it's important that they do a good job with iPhones

I only like it because the alternative is far worse.

 

[Hypocrite-The]

I only like it because the alternative is far worse.

iOS is worse than android

 

[songsongjurong]

Rfid and gps all buttplug

 

[Leongsam]

iOS is worse than android

Yeah and the moon is made of green cheese.

 

[Hypocrite-The]

Yeah and the moon is made of green cheese.

Where got green cheese? It's occupied by a lady n a rabbit. Doubt cheese is popular with them.

 

[tanwahtiu]

Is this the answer to nib at the bud?

Only the fittest survive...

Four years ago, I wrote a post in response to the NLB’s banning of the penguin books. Today, I’m writing a post in response to the 377A issue. I struggled with whether to post this because I know it will generate a lot of controversy from all sides, and I dislike conflict. Immensely.

However, I know many Christians have been grappling with this issue and I’ve been feeling a strong urge to share my views as a fellow Christian. I don’t know if you are for, against, or not sure which stance you are supposed to take. I will make it very clear – these are my views and I’m not forcing you to agree with me. We can agree to disagree. But if this post can somehow help you gain clarity on the issue, then that’s all I can ask for.
I believe 377A should be repealed. Here’s why:

1) Sin and crime are two very different things. Even if you believe homosexuality is a sin, as stated in the bible, it is unjust to call it a crime. I’ve said this before: some Christians feel like as long as LGBT is on the cards, they have to always take the other side. Stop and think about how ludicrous this is. If sins should be considered crimes, then why don’t we criminalise adultery? Or premarital sex? Or divorce? Or, as I jokingly mentioned on FB to the horror of my foodie friend, why not criminalise gluttony? Ban buffets!

2) The 377A is a sham because it is openly unenforced. What’s the point of it then? For this reason, having the 377A does not discourage homosexuality. It’s like having a law against speeding, then declaring that the law would never be enforced. Does the law deter speeding then? No. So if I say the law should be dropped, am I then saying that I support speeding? Of course not.

But by keeping 377A, we are legitimising hatred and prejudice towards the LGBT, which impinges on human rights. This is not just a secular issue. In the bible, we are told to seek justice for all as well.

As for the argument that we should uphold Asian values, guess what – 377A is not a law enacted by Singapore (and thus Asian). It is an antiquated British law introduced in 1938 that we inherited from our colonial past. So what Asian values are we talking about?

More Huat!

 

[tanwahtiu]

Idiot. PC is dead... move on.

Just arrest all gays and charge them because I can guarantee you that they are ALL arsehole bandits.

If Tim Cook visits Singapore arrest him too. Hopefully the guy that succeeds him can save Apple because the company is going down the tubes concentrating on stupid mobile devices instead of computers.

 

[bobby]

After this...then allow same sex marriage?

 

[tanwahtiu]

Mayybe God is also Gay, then how?

Four years ago, I wrote a post in response to the NLB’s banning of the penguin books. Today, I’m writing a post in response to the 377A issue. I struggled with whether to post this because I know it will generate a lot of controversy from all sides, and I dislike conflict. Immensely.

However, I know many Christians have been grappling with this issue and I’ve been feeling a strong urge to share my views as a fellow Christian. I don’t know if you are for, against, or not sure which stance you are supposed to take. I will make it very clear – these are my views and I’m not forcing you to agree with me. We can agree to disagree. But if this post can somehow help you gain clarity on the issue, then that’s all I can ask for.
I believe 377A should be repealed. Here’s why:

1) Sin and crime are two very different things. Even if you believe homosexuality is a sin, as stated in the bible, it is unjust to call it a crime. I’ve said this before: some Christians feel like as long as LGBT is on the cards, they have to always take the other side. Stop and think about how ludicrous this is. If sins should be considered crimes, then why don’t we criminalise adultery? Or premarital sex? Or divorce? Or, as I jokingly mentioned on FB to the horror of my foodie friend, why not criminalise gluttony? Ban buffets!

2) The 377A is a sham because it is openly unenforced. What’s the point of it then? For this reason, having the 377A does not discourage homosexuality. It’s like having a law against speeding, then declaring that the law would never be enforced. Does the law deter speeding then? No. So if I say the law should be dropped, am I then saying that I support speeding? Of course not.

But by keeping 377A, we are legitimising hatred and prejudice towards the LGBT, which impinges on human rights. This is not just a secular issue. In the bible, we are told to seek justice for all as well.

As for the argument that we should uphold Asian values, guess what – 377A is not a law enacted by Singapore (and thus Asian). It is an antiquated British law introduced in 1938 that we inherited from our colonial past. So what Asian values are we talking about?

More Huat!

 

[Leongsam]

Idiot. PC is dead... move on.

Everything of importance is done on a PC. Mobile devices are tools for consumption not production. Try creating a website on a mobile device and tell me how far you get.