Comments on: Exodus International Board and members condemn Uganda’s proposed Anti-Homosexuality Bill

By: Michael Bussee

Michael Bussee — Tue, 23 Mar 2010 16:50:14 +0000

I will not comment further.

By: Eddy

Eddy — Tue, 23 Mar 2010 15:38:56 +0000

Ann–

I’m thinking that Sempa and Bahati are too entrenched in their campaign to listen to ANYone. I would wonder, though, if meeting with other Christians and/or conservatives would have an impact.

My gut says, though, that this might not be wise or prudent. I sincerely believe that the Exodus board member who spoke at the conference thought that his voice would provide a ‘softening’ impact and would encourage understanding and compassion…and those efforts backfired horribly.

I’ll pray for them whatever course they take but those are my cautionary thoughts on such an action.

By: Ann

Ann — Tue, 23 Mar 2010 15:31:50 +0000

Is there a possibility that representatives from Exodus could actually meet face to face with Martin Sempra and/or members of the Ugandan government and bring this letter with them?

By: Ann

Ann — Tue, 23 Mar 2010 14:30:33 +0000

Of course, to those who oppose Exodus, it isn’t enough. It will never be enough. That’s why I’ve personally encouraged Exodus not to even try to placate their enemies. Do what’s true to your heart and your calling. Do what’s right and responsible in relation to the world at large. But don’t try to please those who have nothing but contempt for your goals and vision…they simply aren’t worth the extra time and energy…no matter how much you give, they will immediately demand more.

Eddy,

Thank you Eddy – I appreciate what you wrote here on many levels and particularly appreciate your encouragement to Exodus and it’s affiliates.

By: Eddy

Eddy — Tue, 23 Mar 2010 14:06:47 +0000

Sounds good, Warren.

I especially like the part about releasing this statement to the Ugandan press.

By: Warren

Warren — Tue, 23 Mar 2010 14:03:07 +0000

I do not think the statement was made to please critics. My speculation: I think after the Nightline show where Alan offered to speak on behalf of Exodus, the idea of the statement was probably floated to member ministries and their board. It took awhile to make the contacts and get the signatures and then here it is.

It will do the most good if it gets into the Ugandan press, and I trust efforts are being made to do that.

Without trying to shut down conversation, I will say that I am going to monitor this more closely and will delete flames or attacks on people. Think twice before commenting.

By: Eddy

Eddy — Tue, 23 Mar 2010 13:38:31 +0000

I like the statement. (But, of course, I’m biased.)

Exodus could have stayed with just their original letter and have that ‘on the record’ that they did speak out. With the extensive list of signers, it demonstrates that this matter did have Exodus’ attention and that they have made it a matter for serious discussion and consideration.

Of course, to those who oppose Exodus, it isn’t enough. It will never be enough. That’s why I’ve personally encouraged Exodus not to even try to placate their enemies. Do what’s true to your heart and your calling. Do what’s right and responsible in relation to the world at large. But don’t try to please those who have nothing but contempt for your goals and vision…they simply aren’t worth the extra time and energy…no matter how much you give, they will immediately demand more.

By: Mary

Mary — Tue, 23 Mar 2010 07:31:10 +0000

It is never good enough – is it?

By: Michael Bussee

Michael Bussee — Tue, 23 Mar 2010 06:41:27 +0000

I agree completely with Michael Airhart’s article here:

http://www.truthwinsout.org/blog/2010/03/7710/comment-page-1/#comment-19105

By: Mary

Mary — Tue, 23 Mar 2010 03:23:59 +0000

This is a good statement. Can’t be all things to all people and some are going to have to realize that we do see things differently under what is God’s created intent.