Republican Ben Carson, who is considering a run for president of the United States, apologized for saying that being gay is a choice. He had cited prisons as evidence.
“In a recent interview on CNN, I realized that my choice of language does not reflect fully my heart on gay issues,” said the retired neurosurgeon. “I regret that my words to express that concept were hurtful and divisive. For that I apologize unreservedly to all that were offended,” he added.
CNN’s Chris Cuomo asked if he believes being gay was a choice, Carson replied: “Absolutely… because a lot of people who go into prison go into prison straight — and when they come out, they’re gay… So, did something happen while they were in there? Ask yourself that question.”
Whether or not being gay is a choice is not really the issue. The real question is what God would have us do about our sexuality or sexual orientation. We live in a world of sin and perversion of every kind. Will we follow His word, or will we follow our own sinful natures, whether straight or same-sex attracted?
“I answered a question without really thinking about it thoroughly. No excuses,” Carson said. He then distanced himself from politicians by saying, “I deeply regret my statement and I promise you, on this journey, I may err again, but unlike politicians when I make an error I will take full responsibility and never hide or parse words.”
There is simply no way that a presidential candidate can avoid the political machinery and become embroiled in party politics no matter how one may parse words. It is equally impossible in this day and age to not be influenced by the gay agenda in national politics.
“The Lord speaks of those who claim to believe the truth for this time, yet see nothing inconsistent in their taking part in politics, mingling with the contending elements of these last days, as the circumcised who mingle with the uncircumcised, and He declares that He will destroy both classes together without distinction. They are doing a work that God has not set them to do. They dishonor God by their party spirit and contention, and He will condemn both alike.” Fundamentals of Christian Education, page 482
God’s people have been called out of the world, that they may be separated from the world. It is not safe for them to take sides in politics, whatever preference they may have. They are ever to remember that they are one in Christ. God calls upon them to enter their names as under His theocracy. He cannot approve of those who link up with worldlings. We are entirely out of our place when we identify ourselves with party interests. Let us not forget that we are citizens of the kingdom of heaven. We are soldiers of the cross of Christ, and our work is to advance the interests of His kingdom.” Manuscript Releases, page 40
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