It will be interesting to see the fallout from this landmark case. Democracy is and always will be, a messy process. Unintended consequences may occur that no one expected, whether positive or negative, liberal, moderate, or conservative. This decision should have surprised no one.

I for one wish to live in America. I don't want to live under a fascist government, that declares how everyone needs to behave on penalty of death or imprisonment. And I believe we Christians need to clean up our own acts first so we are credible witnesses
for the Lord. Hatred of gays and lesbians and the use of racial or gay slurs ( which I have
heard plenty from fellow LCMS'ers), needs to be gone. If we are to witness in love,
we cannot hold onto this hate. How many of us actually KNOW someone who is gay or
lesbian? I know at least 30 people. Or are we too afraid to associate with them? There
are closeted gays in the LCMS. What are we saying to them? To hold unto hatred of
anyone who is different from ourselves is hypocrisy for Christians. Our actions ARE watched, as well as our words. Remember, hate the sin, love the sinner.

. We also need to realize that the Lord is bringing the mission field to US . Don't feel threatened by this; rejoice in fact that we have been given a unique opportunity every day
by God right outside our front doors! Whether the people are gay, lesbian, minorities from
around the world, Muslims, let's not turn a blind eye to our own neighbors, coworkers, and friends.

Get out there and witness, don't just wring your hands. Open your mouth and let the Spirit guide your words and actions.