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In reply to the discussion: Why are so many Christians so obsessed with homosexuality? [View all]Runningdawg
(4,517 posts)I will use my dad and a good friend as examples.
Dad was born in 1924, he lived his whole life within 30 miles of his home. He dropped out of school during the depression to work. He didn't travel, he had no TV and news papers were luxuries. The most social contact he had was at church.
My friend was born in 1966. Her parents are Christian "preppers". She lived 15 miles from the nearest paved road, never went to public school, consequently has about a 10th grade education. Her family/church didn't allow any unapproved music or books, there was no TV. She wasn't allowed to have friends outside the church and was never allowed to date. Instead she was encouraged to begin her life as a wife an mother early.
She has since come to her senses, and has tried to make amends with her children, who were raised the same. Her boys have adapted, her girl choose the life her mother left behind.
When you live your life that sheltered, a glimpse at normal life is like looking into hell. Everything scares them.