Honestly this sounds like some kind of PTSD response. This kind of irrational turn, especially after witnessing first-hand what homophobia leads to, doesn’t make a ton of sense otherwise.

Doesn’t absolve them, since they’re promoting hate and is a complete betrayal of those who were killed, but I wouldn’t be surprised if this were some kind of semi-conscious attempt at self-preservation.

That’s unfortunate.

now I have the chance to live in relationship and not religion — not just loving Christ but being in love with Christ and sharing His love."

Does that sound just a little gay?

c/NotTheOnion