Social Issues FAQ

What is your stand on homosexuality?

We do not approve of homosexual behavior. We do not regard it as a genetic variation, a valid alternative lifestyle, or a mere psychological quirk. We embrace what God says on this subject without regard for political correctness. Homosexual behavior is immoral and can be mortally dangerous.

For more information, read these verses.

Are you anti-Semitic?

No, we are not. It is amazing that anyone would consider us anti-Semitic, when we honor the Sabbath, follow the dietary guidelines in Leviticus and Deuteronomy, and have approximately the same proportion of Jews in our Communities as in the general population. We don't hate Jews, we love Jews. Our Master Yahshua and all his apostles were Jews, along with most of His early followers. And all of us in the Community consider ourselves to be the spiritual offspring of Abraham, whether we are physically descended from him or not. Strangely enough, while some call us anti-Semitic, others call us Judaizers. They say we mix Judaism with the New Testament faith because we believe that our Master Yahshua did not abolish the Law of Moses (Matthew 5:17).

• For more information about why people might think we are anti-Semitic, read more on the question Are You Anti-Semitic?
• Or read the article Why I Left the Synagogue by a natural Jew.
• Or read and listen to a speech made at a Press Conference answering the question Are You Anti-Semitic? Sholom Reuben Lavin is a Jew who experienced post-WWII anti-semitism and tells of his experience in our communities.

Are you racist?

No. Inside the Community, Yahshua's death for our sins removes all hostility between the races. In Him there is no racial distinction. People of every nationality are able to live and function together, doing what they are best able to do. It should come as no surprise when you see Hispanic or black or Jewish leaders in some of our Communities. As disciples, we are not concerned with who is over whom.

• For more information, read and listen to a speech made by John Stringer, one of our black Community elders, at a Press Conference answering the question Are You Racist?