What is Same Sex Attraction?

What is Same Sex Attraction?


For those who are confused or have questions, this is a good start at finding solutions on how to face the issue head on and find ways to dissolve same sex attraction.


We found great definitions from professionals at samesexattraction.org. They have laid out what is a clear understanding of the topic.

Same-sex attraction includes erotic thoughts, feelings, and behaviors directed toward the same gender. A person who experiences same-sex attraction may experience emotional and sexual feelings or attractions, and may or may not engage in sexual behavior. Same-sex attraction cannot be identified simply by the presence or absence of outward sexual behavior.

So, as you can see, same sex attraction has nothing to do with having sex per se but an attraction to the same sex. There are feelings and emotions that are attached to the attraction to the same gender but sexual behavior has not be established or explored.


Here's more info on the subject:

Emotional and social interests in individuals of the same gender are healthy as long as they are not excessive and do not develop a sexual or erotic dimension. When same-gender interests become extreme and are eroticized, they become same-sex attraction (also known as same-gender attraction or homosexuality).

Same sex attraction can be a good and healthy thing when one desires to be close to individuals of the same gender; as long as it does not cross any boundaries of an excessive and unhealthy attraction. We all need healthy relationships with members of the same gender because we communicate better socially with them and ourselves.

Here's more:

Same-sex attraction is an intense interest in others of the same gender. This interest may include desires for their attention, friendship, intimacy, or a fascination with their bodies and other gender traits. It may also include erotic thoughts, feelings, and behaviors directed toward the same gender.

A person who experiences same-sex attraction may experience one or more of the following:

• Intense attractions toward people of the same gender. (These feelings may or may not be sexual or erotic.)
• Intense emotional involvement with people of the same gender.
• Sexual behavior. (The presence or absence of homosexual behavior does not determine whether someone experiences same-sex attraction–it cannot be identified simply by the presence or absence of outward sexual behavior.)

Same Sex Attraction can cross boundaries from seeking attention and friendship to what becomes homosexual feelings. This can lead into the physical act of homosexuality as one may seek a sexual attachment to the same sex and sexual activity.



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Would God Create Us Homosexual?

Originally Published on 5/9/2011

Would God Create Us Homosexual?

Many people believe that they were born homosexual. Some say they never remember being attracted to the opposite. Some say they have been attracted to the same sex since they were young or are living in the wrong body.

My input on this subject is simple and biblical. God made us in his image. Here are some scriptures that explain how God intended us to live in the image he created us.

"So God created man in his own image, in the image of God he created him; male and female he created them." - Genesis 1:27

God made us as individual genders: male and female and Genesis 1:27 proves that God wanted this. Every mother in her womb is blessed with a girl or boy. When we are born, whatever gender we are, this is what God expects us to remain. He never intended us to change any part of His creation or live contradictory to male and female union. We all have to remember God created us and we did not create ourselves. Though we live with our bodies and it is ours per say, our bodies ultimately belong to Him. Now, we may grow up with conflicting feelings for a number of reasons we can not pinpoint, but ultimately we have to honor Him as He is the creator of our bodies which is the temple of God.

"For I am fearfully and wonderfully made: Wonderful are thy works; And that my soul knoweth right well." - Psalm 139: 14

God made us wonderfully and perfect in His eyes. So however we are born, we are wonderful works of God and this pleases Him. He designed us just as He wanted us to be and He makes no mistakes.

So to answer this question: No, God would never, ever create any human being homosexual. If "God created man in his own image, in the image of God he created him; male and female", then there are no mistakes. He is omniscient and he knows everything which means He knows we are born as He intended.

If we grow up to feel we have Same Sex Attraction (SSA) or feeling like we were born in the wrong bodies, this has directly come from some other reasons. It has nothing to do with whom God created us to be which is male or female.The feelings we have for the same sex or confusion about our gender identity, need to be addressed but rest assure God made you just as you were at birth.


If you are struggling with homosexuality and want a way out, don't believe the negative hype. You CAN be delivered from being gay, God will do it for you as you come to Him with a open and humble heart. Please visit us True Ex-Gay Talk page to request an appointment to speak with T. Marie.


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More People are 'Coming Out' But Many Have Been 'Called Out ' of Homosexuality

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The news as been filled with people from all walks of life announcing that they are coming 'out of the closet'. We've heard many of them from gospel singer DeJuaii Pace, CNN anchor Don Lemon to sports executives and others. Its a sad day and age that everyone feels the need to 'come out' and let the world know what their sexual preference is.

I remember before I was delivered from homosexuality nearly 12 years ago, it was not about letting the world know what I was. I was disillusioned into thinking the same sex could fulfill something I was missing. But I was wrong. I think many people today that are coming out are more concerned with getting attention than finding love which can't be fulfilled as a homosexual. It may seem satisfying for a while but most people become increasingly depressed and dissatisfied because acting on same sex attraction does not solve their underlying problems.

There are underlying issues that many persons with same sex attraction or homosexuals are not dealing with from their childhood, family life, developmental problems, social problems and many others. So, instead of dealing with past or present emotional pain, the same sex attraction appears to be the focus of their life and identity.

But I have to say that ever since President Obama lifted the ban or repealed the "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" military policy and his public interest in gay marriage, we have seen more and more people 'coming out of the closet' than ever before. More states are passing into law the legalization of gay marriages and civil unions for same sex partners along with the passing of bills for homosexual studies in public schools.

Even with all of this, which is disheartening for an ex-gays or ex-lesbians, there are many people being 'called out' of the homosexual lifestyle. Like myself, there are several individuals who have accepted Christ and turned their lives around and walked away from homosexual lifestyles. Its truly a blessing to see so many people being 'called out', as ex-lesbian Janet Boynes, would call it. Many ex- homosexuals would be myself, T. Marie Phillips, author and minister Janet Boynes, Pastor D.L. Foster, Charlene Cothran, and many others.

When I gave my life to Christ over a decade ago, I never imaged that all of the gay rights and public images of homosexuality would have reached a point to it being headline news everyday. I finally answered my Father's call to not let my deliverance from homosexuality be' my secret' but share my life and experiences of staying on the path of righteousness after leaving the lifestyle.

So I want to encourage anyone that is struggling with same sex attraction or homosexuality and want out, to not be deterred nor discouraged by the public display of acceptance for gays you may see everyday in the news. The bible spoke about how homosexuality among other things will run rampant on earth and this is the time. But if people today can give their lives to Christ in the midst of this generation as others have many years before, anyone can. It doesn't matter how long you've lived this way, but as long as you make a decision to for change now. God loves you and He wants to save you from a lifestyle that is destructive and displeasing to Him.

I was homeless and lost when I finally came to Jesus and if I can it and some many others can do it, then anyone can.

If you need assistance on getting on the road to living your life without homosexuality and living for Christ, please go to my Contact page.

If you are struggling with homosexuality and want a way out, don't believe the negative hype. You CAN be delivered from being gay, God will do it for you as you come to Him with a open and humble heart. Please visit us True Ex-Gay Talk page to request an appointment to speak with T. Marie.

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