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Rachel wrote on Nov 8, 2009 9:10 AM:

" What I have noticed from reading some of the comments on here is that people are under a misapprehension. As a Christian, I do NOT hate gays. The Bible says that homosexuality is a sin, but it also says to love the sinner and hate the sin. I love you no matter if you are gay or straight. Yes, you are sinning, but that does not make me hate you. It makes me pray for you all the more. "




Matt wrote on Oct 10, 2009 2:24 PM:

" LoL! What a hoot. If i am the antichrist, than SO BE IT!! MUAHH lol lol lol lol "




lesbian education wrote on Sep 13, 2009 11:00 AM:

" Aside from all the obvious right-wing-frothing and dodgily engineered bible quotes abound in this article;

"destroy them with fire, the rubble of which still stands as a warning to us today."

I'm sorry, I have a degree in a geographical science and I've traveled around, but I've failed to notice any ruined cities with pillars of salt. Unless you are talking about the abandoned fishing communities and halite deposits around the Dead Sea; but that is the result of a diminishing water source in an over-populated arid environment. Smells like a heterosexuality problem to me. "




Harmonika wrote on Aug 31, 2009 7:00 PM:

" Gay people are usually more capable of loving all mankind much better than useless christians who hate everything good.

You should be so lucky as to become gay. "




brother of gordon wrote on Aug 22, 2009 10:50 AM:

" "And that Lot himself understood their intentions is clear; not only did he call such behavior wicked, but he also offered his virgin daughters as substitutes..."

So it's ok to pimp out your daughters??? Maybe the fire and brimstone was aimed at Lot and missed it's mark!
In that case, the sodomites would have been "collateral damage" using Bush terminology! "




Gordon wrote on Aug 20, 2009 9:31 PM:

" I dated the Antichrist in college. We met on the Frisbee team. Soooo cute! He rebuffed my advances at first, claiming to be hetero. But like most college boys, he was only straight for the first six-pack. It was hot for awhile, but we were incompatible: I being a scrappy actor/waiter with dreams of stardom, and he- a soul-sucking prince of darkness with a powerful father and a career in world domination on the horizon. I'm not gay anymore, thanks to my church, where I worship a hanging statue of a naked man in an S&M fantasy. "




BondServant wrote on Aug 19, 2009 10:57 PM:

" It is a sad day, when I see my brethren demoted to these type of frivalous questions. You ask yourselves whether this man of evil, this bearer of hate, will be a homosexual... as though you could pick him out of a crowd. Do you not read the words your God has written. Do you not see what he puts in front of your eyes this very moment!? How then, oh blasphemous wasters of time, do you stand and sulk about? Take up your armor for we are living in the times He foretold... "




Doug wrote on Aug 13, 2009 6:37 PM:

" Now that it has been established that the Antichrist will be a homosexual, the next question is: will this be a good or a bad thing? Answer: it depends.

If he is open about it, then his being gay would be a good thing, provided he does a competent job as Antichrist and avoids scandals. The more openly gay, successful leaders, the better for everyone: LGBT's feel more included in society, and in the end, intolerant folks more easily overcome their homophobia …. "




Doug wrote on Aug 13, 2009 6:36 PM:

" … (continued) …. Ideally the Antichrist would be in a committed relationship. If he and his partner had kids and raised them in a regular middle-class manner, that would soften some hearts, and lead to less demonization of gays. Surely his PR people could get some good photo spreads in People magazine, or its end-times equivalent. "




Doug wrote on Aug 13, 2009 6:35 PM:

" … (continued) …. On the other hand, if the Antichrist is repressed and closeted, this could turn out very badly. He could engage in gay bashing as is done by some closeted clergy and politicians. If he then got outed it could get very ugly. Still, one has to have some sympathy with those who feel that, due to their career choice, they cannot come out. "




Brad wrote on Aug 13, 2009 7:23 AM:

" I Think it is amazing how People who obviously don't believe that the bible is true, will use the same "untrue book" to justify their own actions. The fact that there have been so many negative responses to the Pastors article, speaks for itself. Truth hurts! I would be afraid to say some of the things that you people are saying about Jesus. One of these days every knee shall bow, and confess that He is lord, and you will answer for any unrepented thing you say about our savior. Don't ad insult to injury by attacking Jesus. "




eds777 wrote on Aug 11, 2009 6:16 PM:

" Homosexuals of either sex are not born that way. This behavior choice is the result of a breakdown in the relationship with one or both parents. This behavior is a flag that is flying from the tallest pole, expressing a call for help! "




Henhouse wrote on Aug 5, 2009 11:28 PM:

" The American Psychological Association concluded Wednesday August 5, 2009 that there is little if any evidence that homosexuality can be changed. Rather, they say attempts to do so should be avoided, as it can damage the mental health of the person or increase suicidal tendencies.

Anti-gay Christians are starting to run out of excuses to despise gays. It's you people who really need to repent for your sins. You ruin the lives of innocent people with your askew morality and hateful ways. If there really is an Anti-Christ, it's people like you. "




Carol wrote on Jul 31, 2009 10:23 PM:

" The greatest damage to our society is that ppl accept: that a gay was born that way & cannot help themselves.Psychologist no longer offer help.I know for a fact that this desire for the same sex can be overcome.It is like therapy for ppl suffering from aphasia. If one says he when talking about a she, it makes them angry if corrected. It feels normal to them. The longer the wrong association is made it becomes almost impossible to correct the error.The connection in the brain trying to form the word just connected to the wrong word.. "




Thomas Winiter wrote on Jul 28, 2009 7:22 PM:

" Who was John, the Beloved Disciple, then Good Pastor?

In my religion we believe John was Jesus' husband.

In fact, Jesus never married a woman.

His new law replaces the Old Testament laws. That's what Jesus says in the Bible, anyway. Read it and Find Out. "




Daz wrote on Jul 27, 2009 12:14 PM:

" Interesting?
I think you have all made good points. The real issue is this, believing that Almighty God loves us all, is our behavour pleasing to Him? That is a personal question we have to answer for ourselves, I do believe God loves Gay people but not the act of gay sex no matter how good it feels. Its personal its between you and the Lord and no one else, Love you all no matter what you lable yourself, Daz UK "




Pamela Mullen-Schultz wrote on Jul 23, 2009 6:47 AM:

" I am intrigued by your level of faith in the words of Noah Webster and even more so by your leap of logic that the neutral word "homosexual" (etymology source being the word homosapien) is a concoction of modern revisionisnm. You preferring the derogatory term, sodomist as the accurate definition, trusting that Noah had it correct only in the 1st edition. Oh, and one more thing. The word pastor, according to our friend Noah, does literally mean a shepherd of sheep in a rural pature. Please do us a favor and return to your true work. "




Alaskanman wrote on Jul 19, 2009 11:12 PM:

" Ron Hamman may be a religious man, just like the Pharisees of Jesus' day, but he's no follower of Jesus. He doesn't represent Jesus, and he doesn't represent Alaska. "




antichrist alert wrote on Jul 16, 2009 9:52 PM:

" I suspect Ron Hamman is the antichrist. He is preaching hate after all.... "




ST wrote on Jul 15, 2009 5:18 PM:

" "Jesus had a lot of time to come out a clearly state his views and never did. NEVER! Must not be a big deal. Peace and love everyone, peace and love. "


So the other passages in the bible that condemn "men who lie with men" don't apply because "Jesus never said anything about it? Like,it's a "lesser" sin then stealing, rape or murder so it's ok to be gay? I'm not christian and I'm not trying to start an arguement here but let' not pick and choose what passages we agree with to fit our own lifestyles "




BigTominTexas wrote on Jul 12, 2009 4:39 PM:

" If homosexuality is so wrong in God's eyes why didn't God put it in The 10 Commandments? Couldn't of picked a better place to be more clear about things. A simple little ...Thou shalt not... and it would have been all taken care of.

Jesus had a lot of time to come out a clearly state his views and never did. NEVER! Must not be a big deal. Peace and love everyone, peace and love. "




lezzieinwi wrote on Jul 12, 2009 11:48 AM:

" omg i saw this in vf and had to look. are you kidding? i need a copy of this paper to frame and hang in my room. it is hilarious!!! you know, i feel so sorry for these people who think we're evil and out to get them. then again, i feel sorry fo us that we can't get married becouse of people like them. i plan to send this to everyone i know; it's so absurd. "




Laughing Liberal wrote on Jul 8, 2009 5:14 PM:

" In these troubled times, it must be reassuring for you to know that the God of love and compassion shares the same pointless and idiotic hatred of other people that you do.

When the Rapture comes, can I have your car?

Jesus loves you, the rest of us think you're an @#%$*&! "




Terence Bozzi wrote on Jul 7, 2009 11:58 AM:

" Wow, just had to check this after reading the Vanity Fair article. I thought Hawaii was a foreign and exotic state, but the have nothing on Alaska. "




Mark wrote on Jul 7, 2009 5:50 AM:

" This is so funny. I am sitting here at work reading this thing and trying not to laugh so hard that I cry! "




Joey wrote on Jul 7, 2009 3:14 AM:

" Wow. Thoughtful words from an isolated mind. Can't wait till the "end of days" then we'll see who's right and who's wrong about this one. I'm going to go to bed with my boyfriend now, I'll let you know if God blows off the roof of my house and sends me to the underworld... Do you think they have wifi down there yet? hmm. "




Ellie wrote on Jul 5, 2009 2:56 PM:

" The only thing one can really do when confronted with such Christian hatred and stupidity is to point and laugh, people.

Point and laugh. "




Sheila wrote on Jul 5, 2009 10:56 AM:

" I hope this blog is still up when those who doubt and mock are left behind. You'll have 31/2 years to change your mind! Enjoy! "




Bigstub wrote on Jul 5, 2009 1:41 AM:

" Hello! I'm the Antichrist. Don't worry, this label was just an error in biblical translation. I'm not Anti-Christ. I'm anti-Christian hypocrisy. Accordingly, I recognize that you are diverse in so many ways and this is not evil. It'll be a real test for humanity to cease their self-defeating focus on trivial distinctions and embrace what they have in common. Like right-handed people, left handed people exist and thrive. Like straights, gays are romantically attracted to each other in ways that strengthen the bonds you all have for each other. Try not to commit evil in the name of Religion. "




christ wrote on Jul 4, 2009 8:35 AM:

" "Will the Antichrist be a Homosexual?"
well of course he will, just like the real christ

you know, people need to read their bibles just a little closer "




renee wrote on Jul 4, 2009 6:00 AM:

" Good article Ron, seems like you upset a bunch of tittle babies cos you told the truth. bunch of little babies. I have noticed when I try to take up for the Bible, I am cut off. that's Ok, I know what kind of people you are. "




Stephen B wrote on Jul 4, 2009 5:37 AM:

" Wow, how can Alaskans look at this article in a newspaper in Sara Palin's backyard and then still wonder why the rest of the US thinks she's a fruitcake? "




Ernest Truly wrote on Jul 3, 2009 6:53 PM:

" did anyone else notice the ad for a gay cruise next to this article? "




Jeremy from Toronto wrote on Jul 3, 2009 4:40 PM:

" One of the funniest articles I have ever read. Thanks for the laugh, Rev. Ron, it made my day! "




EosDominus wrote on Jul 3, 2009 9:43 AM:

" How can there be an antichrist? Chist never existed? Jesus was a myth compounded from a bunch of other savior myths predating christianity. Look up Osiris and the greek god Dionyses. OMFG they are the same!!

How can there be errors in the word of god?

...and Jacob the father of Joseph, the husband of Mary, of whom was born Jesus, who is called Christ. (Matthew 1:16)

(Jesus) He was the son, so it was thought, of Joseph, the son of Heli, ... (Luke 3:23)

Look it up bible thumpers!! "




GayGuyinMI wrote on Jul 3, 2009 3:39 AM:

" I was hesitant to read these posts for fear they would make me angry. I must say that I’m pleasantly surprised. Contrary to what I was expecting, most people see this article for what it is; inaccurate dribble attempting to pass for serious journalism. There is truly a God! "




bastiane wrote on Jul 2, 2009 8:11 PM:

" Alaska has the worst record of any state in rape and in murder of women by men ranking, #1 out of all 50 states. maybe you should stop lecturing gays on morality and tend to your own back yard. "




bjorn in sweden wrote on Jul 2, 2009 3:29 PM:

" I read the Vanity Fair article about Palin and just had to check out if this piece really was for real, and it was! Wow! So if this is Palin-land why not just give Alaska back to Russia, I'm sure Putin will love the homophobia hook, line and sinker. To the Editors of the Frontiersman, at least try to get in touch with the 20th century will you? "




Matt wrote on Jul 2, 2009 1:32 PM:

" I think the factual inaccuracies and logical fallacies speak for themselves... anyone who actually reads the bible can see where 90% of this is pieced together wrongly - I mean, the basis for the continuation (desire for women) is the same thing that is the cornerstone of godly marriage?

Personally, I think of the Antichrist as a pastor of one of these megacurches, complete with moneychangers in the temple (the one place in the bible where Jesus truly loses his cool). "




Roger W. wrote on Jul 2, 2009 9:33 AM:

" I just want to point out that the author keeps using the word 'verbiage' to refer to the writing in the Bible.

verbiage |ˈvərbē-ij|
noun
speech or writing that uses too many words or excessively technical expressions.

So is the author saying the Bible is poorly written, or just so technically composed that it takes experts to understand or interpret it?

I don't think the author understood this word, otherwise he may have opted for another. Does that same attention to detail apply in his interpretations?

I'd say it looks like that's a safe bet. "




Tre wrote on Jul 2, 2009 9:08 AM:

" This is about the dumbest artice I have ever seen in my life... "




Possible Antichrist wrote on Jul 2, 2009 8:52 AM:

" Glad I looked this article up, or I wouldn't have known about that gay cruise being advertised on the side of the page. Thanks, Rev. Hamman! My next vacation is all set! "




Guille wrote on Jul 1, 2009 10:52 PM:

" I,m straight and I try to be an observant man of God. Having stated that and as I don´t want to take any risks about becoming the antychrist, I´ll start calling tarts to get laid with in order to keep me in the good path. Does anybody know how many women are necessary, according to the Bible, to be safe?

whoa! is this a serious site? "




Mark wrote on Jul 1, 2009 1:22 PM:

" So, the antichrist won't desire women - just like Jesus, right?

And just like the apostle Paul. "




Rich wrote on Jul 1, 2009 9:31 AM:

" Wow, this paper did a good job of driving readers to their advertisers! "




Ed wrote on Jul 1, 2009 6:05 AM:

" So, the antichrist won't desire women - just like Jesus, right? "




Jack in Seattle wrote on Jun 30, 2009 11:09 PM:

" I looked this "column" up because of the Vanity Fair article on Palin, wanting to see the thing for myself, before making a judgement, and wanting also to see what comments you locals made.
I was heartened to find that so many of you agree with my assessment that Hamman, like Fred Phelps, is simply preposterous. But, perhaps oddly, it seems to me that both gays and straights owe such fools a debt, since they serve as the perfect repost to their own "arguments", and their ridiculous example actually aids the cause of equality. Cheers! "




Larry Appleton wrote on Jun 30, 2009 8:40 AM:

" HILARIOUS!!! "




Iowamutt wrote on Jun 30, 2009 7:02 AM:

" No. I believe the Anti-Christ loves the ladies. "




Mark White wrote on Jun 30, 2009 5:04 AM:

" One last observation Ron. I have spent some time reading the responses to the circular logic you submit on behalf of 'true' believers. Thus I am forced to thank you for facilitating this outpouring of love and support for homosexual members of the human spectrum. If you need me to explain any of the long words, let me know. "




Mark White wrote on Jun 30, 2009 4:29 AM:

" Ron, I suggest that the question does in fact begin with you, just as the Christian church is soaked in the blood of homosexuals across history, its minions continue to pedal ignorance as fact and difference as deviance today. Lets have a look at your argument…
Homosexuality is wrong because right-wing Christians choose to interpret scripture so that it says so in the Christian Bible, which was (supposedly) written by Christians more than 1000 years ago… Homosexuality is wrong and the Antichrist is wrong so…The Antichrist is homosexual! Is that roughly your argument Ron? Have I missed anything out? "




Alex wrote on Jun 29, 2009 8:06 PM:

" Religion is worthless. Embrace reality, logic and truth young people. The old folks are too fargone and corrupted. "




John wrote on Jun 29, 2009 8:04 PM:

" Thanks for holding back the forward progress of the human race!

Gay marriage will be legal in 10-15 years all over the country. So will marijuana.

Face it Christians have no more political power. Your days are numbered. 40% of Americans under 25 do not have religion. Thank God. "




brandy wrote on Jun 27, 2009 3:59 PM:

" If no one else will stand up for Gods word, I will. I don't judge any homosexuals or anyone else, that is not my place, but the Bible does say it is unnatural and a sin. I don't hate you for your choices, I only hope that on day God will speak to your heart and tell you that what you are doing is wrong. I have questioned the anti christ sexuality for the simple reason that i don't beleive he will have children. The only way to understand this is to study Gods word. "




Leopold Bloom wrote on Jun 17, 2009 7:50 AM:

" Will I need to reboot my PC? "




Preston Leigh wrote on Jun 15, 2009 11:53 AM:

" The sexual orientation of the AntiChrist also known as the Beast in the book of Revelation is irrelevant. All people whether straight or gay will miss Heaven unless they accept Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior. Upon one accepting Jesus then the Lord will lead them to fulfill that purpose for which they were created. Homosexuality is one of the practices that are rebellious and therefore the Lord would lead a person out of that lifestyle. Scripture teaches that all unrighteousness is sin. "




saneatheisthomo wrote on Jun 15, 2009 4:12 AM:

" J. Smith wrote:

"The very fact that so many sinners are here and up in arms completely verifies the fact that so insecure in their lifestyle are they that they spew vile speech and curses towards you "

My version:

"The very fact that so many HOMOPHOBIC CHRISTIANS are here and up in arms completely verifies the fact that so insecure in their SEXUALITY are they that they spew vile speech and curses towards HOMOSEXUALS."

You choose :o) "




HELLO wrote on Jun 14, 2009 4:13 PM:

" You people all need a serious reality check. Think about libertarianism. "




Dawn wrote on Jun 13, 2009 9:33 PM:

" The term homophobic means afraid of homosexuals. I'm really tired of any rejection of the behavior called homosexuality being called homophobic. I don't invite extortionists to my home either. Nor adulterers. But that does not mean I am afraid of either one of those. I sit and talk with homosexuals out in the world every day. I never ask them what their sexual orientation is, it's none of my business. Occasionally, they let it be known anyway. And still, it doesn't scare me. But I still think it is sin, like so many other sins. "




My Version wrote on Jun 13, 2009 8:54 AM:

" The very fact that this so-called "Christian" pastor who is grossly unfamiliar with the Bible as well as logic and grammar has written such ignorant things here is hilarious and a blessing from God ! "




john wrote on Jun 12, 2009 5:37 PM:

" Okay, its not hard to realize that homosexuality is a natural occurrence since it has been around since the beginning of time. Its a fact that some are homosexual and that they are genetically predisposed to being homosexual. its not hard to realize if you would simply listen to facts. but facts do not matter in your case, all you care about is some strange form of reality that is Baptist. i feel sorry for the bubble you live in.yes, this is a personal attack. most attacks are. "




saneatheisthomo wrote on Jun 12, 2009 7:55 AM:

" J. Smith wrote:

"The very fact that so many sinners are here and up in arms completely verifies the fact that so insecure in their lifestyle are they that they spew vile speech and curses towards you "

My version:

"The very fact that so many HOMOPHOBIC CHRISTIANS are here and up in arms completely verifies the fact that so insecure in their SEXUALITY are they that they spew vile speech and curses towards HOMOSEXUALS."

You choose :o) "




saneatheisthomo wrote on Jun 12, 2009 7:48 AM:

" To Peter, who wrote:

"There is no evidence anyone is "born' gay and there is plenty of evidence that homosexuals can repent, change and be saved. "

That is ignorant, religiously-motivated dogma, not scientific fact.

Try reading the latest edition of the Scientific American's psychology/neuroscience journal, MIND, in which states that some people are GENETICALLY PREDETERMINED to be EXCLUSIVELY and PERMANENTLY homosexual. Such people can NEVER be 'cured' and turned straight by religious intervention, aversion therapy or anything else. Only BISEXUALS can make the change from a homosexual to a hetersoxual lifestyle with any success. "




Some facts wrote on Jun 11, 2009 9:11 PM:

" As the article outdates the number of posts goes down.
Many people read the paper but do not comment.
A lot of offended responded because they feel if they shout enough someone will listen.
We listen but don't have to accept something that is not necessarily benefical to a still somewhat moral society.
Many don't feel that a gay lifestyle will impact them and say "whatever".
There will always be consequenses for our actions. Believers or non-believers.
There will always be someone who wants to CHANGE things.
Freedom of speech doesn't mean freedom to be immoral. "




Jill wrote on Jun 11, 2009 3:23 PM:

" This site is great - just as amusing as The Onion. I love it when people don't realize they are reading satirical BS and respond like the writer was serious - what a scream! Keep the laughs coming! "




Moxy wrote on Jun 11, 2009 1:12 PM:

" The truth has a certain ring to it. Perhaps that is why the story has gotten such attention. The ringing was heard by many who didn't want to hear. "




sebastiane wrote on Jun 11, 2009 5:44 AM:

" Question
In the most talked about story section of this site it has the number of people commenting on articles. All seem to be acurate accept this story it list 66 comments when there are over 800 why is that? "




sebastiane wrote on Jun 10, 2009 6:19 PM:

" Still under 1000 wrote on Jun 8, 2009 10:54 PM:

"Well I guess it looks like there are less than 1000 gay promoting, non God believing out there"

Are you kidding me? The most talked about story section of this poor excuse for a paper has 39 comments. This article has the most traffic this site has gotten in years. Not to mention 99.9 percent of comments are negative. The defenders of this stupid article are the ones that cant scrape enough people. YOU LOSE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thank god lol!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! "




Dean wrote on Jun 10, 2009 3:29 PM:

" Very funny! His next article should be titled "The Tooth Fairy: Straight or Bisexual?" "




bobbie wrote on Jun 10, 2009 11:14 AM:

" ignorance breeds ignorance, that said the funniest part of this entire article are the google ads to the right! you go google! you have just earned my loyalty for life. "




Adastra wrote on Jun 9, 2009 9:47 PM:

" So if God considers gays and abomination, that's His business. Who appointed any human to persecute them in His name. Doesn't he warn us, "Judge not that you be not judged.?"

And where did this idea of AN Antichrist come from? There are many antichrists as Paul says. Most of them preaching from pulpits every Sunday or listening from the pews. Thank God I don't have to sit there listening to the same unscriptural hatred. I can always be present in the only true Christian church, the one in the heavens. "




Still under 1000 wrote on Jun 8, 2009 10:54 PM:

" Well I guess it looks like there are less than 1000 gay promoting, non God believing out there. Even a lot less if you look at the IP address and see it's just a small group spewing their hate. In America you can still disagree with gay lifestyle for now and only get a few comments. Thank God. "




Samuel wrote on Jun 8, 2009 2:58 PM:

" I should be the judge?
Ok... I judge that the antichrist will never appear in a single personified form, and is an abstract concept, and therefore will not be a homosexual.
I also judge that humans with homosexual tendencies deserve respect to the same degree as humans with heterosexual tendencies.
I have cast my judgment. "




John Wilkes wrote on Jun 8, 2009 9:59 AM:

" In the 21st Century, one would expect fewer people making decisions based on supernatural events and mythological writings.

Sadly, such is not the case. "




Gerard Runham wrote on Jun 7, 2009 3:21 AM:

" I great example of christianity and religion personifying it's evil nature. Religion = evil, nothing good has ever come out if religion.

Every time some religious fundamentalist bangs on about homosexuality I cant help but think they are repressed homosexuals themselves! "




Eni Wetok wrote on Jun 7, 2009 2:42 AM:

" For what little it is worth, the "desire of women" that is referred to in the book of Daniel, I have always understood to be in the objective genitive - look it up - namely, what women desire. The Public Enemy Number One the author was referring to, the Seleucid king, disrespected the fertility cultus that women turned to, to ensure pregnancy and safe delivery. He was his own people's worst enemy.

And I thought a Baptist preacher would respect his own Holy Writings. Gee what a doofus I am! "




J. Smith wrote on Jun 6, 2009 11:04 PM:

" Some valid points, Ron. The very fact that so many sinners are here and up in arms completely verifies the fact that so insecure in their lifestyle are they that they spew vile speech and curses towards you for what appears to be nothing more than a "point to ponder". My own article regarding the homos was similarly recieved, of course; thankfully most of these ungodly and lost Sodomites live in places like Vermont or California. Although I cannot say that I agree 100% with your theoriy, it still gives much food for thought. "




Peter wrote on Jun 6, 2009 9:10 PM:

" Interesting isn't it; mention homosexuality and the world comes out against you. Even Christians don't consider the Biblical evidence.
If you had sad the Antichrist would be an adulterer, liar or prostitute, how many of these people would have bothered writing.
The rhetoric of the homosexual activist has certainly been effective - but that is all it is, rhetoric.
Only 1.2% of people identify as homosexual in Australia and the US would be no different. There is no evidence anyone is "born' gay and there is plenty of evidence that homosexuals can repent, change and be saved. "




Wsped wrote on Jun 6, 2009 10:38 AM:

" Fear of the unknown is what drives insecure people to this myth, something that they can point a finger to as their crutch for behavior. God never intended to place fear in your life, what a waste of your daily lives to fear someone written about in a book. Scary that your daily decisions and living isn't your own that you always have to rely on a EXCUSE for your life, that it is a belief and not fact that you are you or why you exist. If God created, why did he abandon? "




Eoin wrote on Jun 6, 2009 4:53 AM:

" I don't think I require moral instruction from a fable that sees nothing wrong with offering your virgin daughters up to be gang raped by a mob or that seemingly sees nothing wrong with drunken incest. Does the author really think this tale a suitable one to guide sexual morality ?

Really, this cleric is madder than a bag of very mad ferrets imported from Madferretstan. . . "




LoveOfWomen wrote on Jun 5, 2009 6:48 PM:

" I am a woman who has sex with women. I'm going to laugh when I go to heaven, and not H E L L , for loving who I love and not fearing to be myself. That is the true sin; hiding who you are and being afraid of your world and the people in it so much that you can't be honest with yourself and your loved ones. "




ajax wrote on Jun 5, 2009 6:15 PM:

" Maybe the antichrist is Ron Hammon. After all, it would be to his advantage to throw people off the trail by pointing his finger of judgement towards gay people instead. This article is sheer stupidity and gay-bashing. The word "homosexual" isn't a revision of the word "sodomy." It is a modern word relating to our understanding of sexuality. "Homosexuality" is an inherent sexual orientation just like heterosexuality or bisexuality. "Sodomy" on the other hand is a sex act that even heterosexuals can (and some do) engage in. Do not be fooled by this charlatan into hating God's gay children. "




Seth wrote on Jun 5, 2009 4:12 PM:

" I totally agree with your viewpoints on God's view of homosexuality. It is the sin you describe. As to the matter of whether the Antichrist will be a homosexual does it really matter? He will be what he will be and there is nothing we can do to change anything about that. The greater focus should be on your stand with God not on anyone else's. You are responsible for your actions's and noone else's. Remove the beam in your own eye before you remove the splinter than is in your brother's.

Death is only the beginning. "




goodreasonnews.blogspot.com wrote on Jun 5, 2009 2:08 PM:

" Where can I place my bets for "there never will be an anti-christ and there never was a christ"?

How is it even possible that this bronze age myth is still cycling around our culture like a tornado? Wrecking everything it touches. "




Glester wrote on Jun 5, 2009 11:24 AM:

" YOUR God is a forgiving God so what are you afraid of? Sinners will all be forgiven -- Seek and ye shall find.

Every Bible thumper, man of cloth all minister from THEIR OWN interpretation of the Bible. It's kind like here are the ten commandments BUT.... "




Homosexual wrote on Jun 5, 2009 9:26 AM:

" You are truly an ignorant, vile excuse for a human being. I'm gay and guess what? More people respect and love me than they do you.

Do you really you are so truly insipid that you thought Mike Malloy was one of your own? Do you even realize you were taken for a ride and were the center of a joke?

Here's a thought: Jesus Christ was a homosexual. Choke on it. "




saneatheisthomo wrote on Jun 5, 2009 8:37 AM:

" There is no better demonstration of the dangers of delusional religious beliefs and what they do to people's minds than when 'god-fearing' zealots like Ron Hamman spout this kind of nasty, vicious, spiteful, santimonious hate-mongering.

FACTS:

1. God does not exist.

2. The Devil does not existl.

3. The REAL reason all religions condemn homosexuality is that it threatens their aim of achieving dominance over rival religions through having its followers OUTBREED theirs. All the religious 'justifications' for homophobia are just attempts to conceal this basic truth.

4. You, Ron Hamman, are an idiot. "




Paula wrote on Jun 5, 2009 7:11 AM:

" This article did not make sense. It was very inflammatory and sensationalistic as well as disturbing.

The article seems to be the product of a very disordered, perverted, and unbalanced mind.

The argument made an appeal to the emotions in the worst sense of the word.

I wholly reject the article. It presents a dishonest and false argument, and panders to base ignorance and hated.

To think that this sick drivel is the product of a communty church is both sad and revolting. "




Jack the Lost wrote on Jun 4, 2009 7:34 PM:

" Regardless of what any person says, what matters is what God says. The bible, which is God's revealed word, condemns homosexuals and that type of behavior, also condemns fornication as well. You can believe what you want, God gave you free will and choice to do as you please, but He will judge according to His Word, that is His promise. You speak of love, God says if you love Me, you'll keep My commandments. God hates sin and He says as long as they stay in sin, they have no place in Heaven. "




sue wrote on Jun 4, 2009 4:46 PM:

" OK, so you really believe all that mythology! You should really start reading about where the Bible came from and study the history of ancient religions. Although, it might not be great idea regarding job security. Some 20 dieties were born of a virgin, called the Good Shepherd, Lamb of God, had deciples, turned water to wine, were killed and rose 3 days later...the list goes on. It's all based on astrology and our ancestors' strong ties to the stars and consetllations. Peace and Love...the unconditional, non-judgmental kind, not the God hates gay folks "




Hendrik Baird wrote on Jun 4, 2009 8:34 AM:

" What rubbish! "




Ryan H. wrote on Jun 4, 2009 7:57 AM:

" "Will the Antichrist be a homosexual?"

"Could Batman beat up Spiderman?"

"Who is stronger? Herules or 'The Rock' from the Fantastic Four?"

"How long does it really take for Superman to fly from Earth to Krypton?"

I think the only thing that is clear from these sorts of idiotic questions is that Ron Hamman is certainly a ignorant, hateful, clown-face. And quite possibly closet homosexual. "




Uhlman wrote on Jun 3, 2009 8:54 PM:

" Stop interpreting the Bible, the Torah, the Qur'an as you wish. They're history books, nothing else. I stopped believing in Santa Claus many years ago too... please people wake up! Even Jesus's message was clear: love God, love thy neighbor, love thy enemy. Stop pointing what other people must or mustn't do and start living in harmony with everybody. The funny thing is that these fundamentalist Christians are as bad or worse as the Islamic extremists they criticize, but they just can't see it. Some quote the Qu'ran, the others quote the Bible. Sad! "




Greg wrote on Jun 3, 2009 8:20 PM:

" Having an opinion is good, but taking God's word out of context is not. Daniel 11 is not speaking about homosexuality. It is very dangerous to misrepresent God. "




Kirsten wrote on Jun 3, 2009 3:40 PM:

" Daniel, chapter 11 appears to be a history of 3rd-2nd century kingdoms in the Middle East, not the coming of the Anti-christ. The figure discussed is Antiochus IV, an Egyptian king.

Further, in the New American Bible, the full verse reads "He shall have no regard for the gods of his ancestors or for the one in whom women delight; for no god shall he have regard, because he shall make himself greater than all." The NIV has a similar translation. The verse probably describes Antiochus' rejection of a power above himself, not his homosexuality. "




Paul wrote on Jun 3, 2009 1:20 PM:

" This type of fear mongering is part of what is driving people away from organized religion these days. Leave the judging to God and let the rest of humanity stay out of it. God is the Higher Power here, I think that if he didn't want something to exist, he'd remove it without our help. I think that if religions focused more on what's right in the world rather than what's percieved to be wrong with it, everyone would be better off. "




becky wrote on Jun 3, 2009 12:12 PM:

" Well I guess this clears up that whole "Obama is the antichrist" business! The tragic thing about those claims and views like those expressed in this column is that they incite hatred and serve as a call to action for wingnuts on the fringe of society. And to think they're made in the name of Christianity! "




no no no wrote on Jun 3, 2009 10:50 AM:

" I think anticristus has write this "religion view". "




Kager wrote on Jun 3, 2009 8:24 AM:

" “Finding that no religion is based on facts and cannot therefore be true, I began to reflect what must be the condition of mankind trained from infancy to believe in errors.”
-- Robert Owen, Evidences of Christianity: A Debate with Alexander Campbell and Robert Owen (published 1829) "




Christian wrote on Jun 3, 2009 4:32 AM:

" I've been a Christian for over three decades. The sad thing about authors like this and their followers is that they will consider over 800 responses as a sign that they are being persecuted - which fits into their dispensational theology - and will look at the negative comments as a badge of honor. What a shame these people don't have "ears to hear." There are many Christians who are saddened by what has happened here. "




linkthewindow wrote on Jun 3, 2009 2:29 AM:

" This is almost the dumbest thing I've ever seen. And I've seen rather stupid things. "




Dawn wrote on Jun 2, 2009 8:32 PM:

" You must have hit a nerve. 800+ comments and counting. I've never seen so many. I agree with much but also have to point out you make some assumptions/concusions not verified by the Bible. I doubt that the demise of Sodom is God's only time He comes down Him self. Homosexuality, denying ones gender as the greatest sin is not verifiable biblically. It is a biggie though, got that right. Sodom is mentioned in the Bood of Rev. though. Which is food for thought on this idea you're pondering. "




Oleg wrote on Jun 2, 2009 8:17 PM:

" As a homosexual, in these times of economic crisis and unemployment, I would like to know how does one apply to become an antichrist? Is there an address where CVs can be sent to?

Being a jew as well makes me rather optimistic about being short-listed. After all one of our boys made quite a career in the religion industry... "




Brian wrote on Jun 2, 2009 5:56 PM:

" So _this_ is the religious environment Sarah Palin grew up in...

I have never been so thankful that Obama won the election. "




samhaydenjr wrote on Jun 2, 2009 3:13 PM:

" Won't the Anti-Christ have more important things to worry about than who he's going to sleep with - you know, buying our souls, orchestrating evil, famine, war and pestilence, etc? "




Bill wrote on Jun 2, 2009 3:04 PM:

" Lets see... God let Mao, Stalin, and Hitler kill 29 million people. God let 600,000 die in the civil war and another 600,000 die in Viet Nam. God let "W" kill over 125,000 Iraqis and Americans. God lets 350,000 people kill themselves with tobacco each year. God just recently smited an Air France jet killing 228 people...or not.

God is a human tool. We worship an emasculated God that neither harms nor heals. People kill with wars, ignorance, greed, and pride. People heal with peace, learning, generosity, and humility. Our salvation is in our steadfastness to love only. "




Wes wrote on Jun 2, 2009 2:43 PM:

" This op-ed is just about the dumbest thing I have ever read. "




TO 841 comments wrote on Jun 2, 2009 2:33 PM:

" At first I was offended by your posting thinking you were comparing "furries" to gays--but then realized you were, of course, comparing them to Fundamentalist perverts.

Who knows how long? Their misbehavior seemingly has no bounds and no end. "




841 comments wrote on Jun 2, 2009 1:01 PM:

" I just saw an article in the news today, where a guy in Washington was arrested for having sex with his dogs. Apparently there is a group out there who call themselves "FURRIES" and they actually put on some sort of costume to have sex with animals.(ears and tail etc.) I wonder how long it will be before those practicing the FURRY lifestyle will demand to be recognized as legitimate. FURRIES"! Just when you think you have seen everything, a new group of perverts emerges. "




Leroy Jenkins wrote on Jun 2, 2009 11:07 AM:

" Congratulations on getting more traffic on this article than you've gotten in your entire history combined. "




faemystique wrote on Jun 2, 2009 10:09 AM:

" I wonder if we were to poll christians who read this paper, how many practice sodomy with their wives? hmmm interesting... laughs at the hypocrisy "




faemystique wrote on Jun 2, 2009 10:05 AM:

" This is in our paper? are you KIDDING ME??? where is other religious viewpoints??????????????????? Where is news of world religions? I can't believe that this one sided column exists... my mouth is still hanging to the floor. This is enough to make me boycott this paper... ridiculous "




What a sad uneducated article... wrote on Jun 2, 2009 9:53 AM:

" This is ridiculous. I dont believe in the infallibility of the Bible, but for those of you who do you may want to brush up on the Bible in it's entirety, particularly Ezekiel 16 focusing on verse 49. It basically debases your entire argument. That was fun...and so easy.

Dont you have anything better to do than make hateful apocalyptic predictions? Like loving people?

“Understanding a person does not mean condoning; it only means that one does not accuse him as if one were God or a judge placed above him." Oh, and guess what, you're not God. "




DH wrote on Jun 2, 2009 9:19 AM:

" I didn't know Bill O'Reilly was homosexual, but if he is, then yes, the Anti-Christ IS a homosexual. "




Sailaus wrote on Jun 2, 2009 9:00 AM:

" Christians, when will you develop the courage to denounce the bigots in your midst? "




Ryan H. wrote on Jun 2, 2009 8:19 AM:

" Ron Hamman seem obsessed with hating homosexuals.

I hope everyone understands that this is his way of lashing out against his own private homosexual impulses. That is what this is all about and what he really hates. Think Ted Haggard. That is the norm for these wackos. "




Dan L wrote on Jun 2, 2009 8:15 AM:

" I think we'll have to adopt a "wait-and-see" attitude.
All of the Antichrist candidates I know of are heterosexual. "




Corey Schmitz wrote on Jun 2, 2009 6:59 AM:

" Even though the hundreds of other people commenting have pretty much nailed this issue down, I just wanted to again point out that the "anti-christ" is supposed to take power with the approval of most of mankind. And because of bigoted Baptist dudes, that's pretty unlikely in today's climate of injustice and intolerance, don't you think? "




mezzofromMunichGermany wrote on Jun 2, 2009 6:56 AM:

" Thank you for all these comments. This gives the faith back that Americans are not only prudish, bigott and that even "the stupid Americans" as we see them often in Europe are sometimes not accepting every mess.. :-) "




Nandu wrote on Jun 2, 2009 6:30 AM:

" The shockingly convenient interpretation that you take of the Bible is ridiclous. The actual quote from Daniel 11:37 - "He will show no regard for the gods of his fathers or for the one desired by women, nor will he regard any god, but will exalt himself above them all." So now, since certain words are inconvenient to your analysis, they will be replaced by ellipses?? And people wonder why we are becoming less religious as a nation, it's mainly because of bigoted idiots like you who aren't even honest about the words of the Lord. "




Bomias wrote on Jun 2, 2009 6:26 AM:

" Pastor, your article would receive a failing grade in most Intro to Literature classes. The content is not new of course as it is what we have come to expect from the religious .Your style however, well it's just painful. You force your reader to struggle past failed reasoning, assumptions and rhetorical silliness in order to discern your bigoted message. Please have any average high school student check your next article for coherence. "




americanlesbian wrote on Jun 2, 2009 5:37 AM:

" I feel bad for people who try to live by a literal understanding of the Bible -- it is the most mixed-up, convoluted, contradictory pile of myth! Jesus hung out with lepers, prostitutes, money-lenders, and other outcasts and losers of his society. His message was to treat others as you would like to be treated. I could care less who you are sleeping with -- why would you care who I am sleeping with? "




Connor wrote on Jun 2, 2009 4:48 AM:

" Sir, there are far greater worries in the world than the private lives of individuals. Homosexuality has existed in about the same proportions throughout human history as it does today -- and in about the same ratio of gay-to-straight as left handed-to-right handed people. Are you going to say now that being left-handed is a sign of the devil? "




anon wrote on Jun 2, 2009 3:57 AM:

" "And that Lot himself understood their intentions is clear; not only did he call such behavior wicked, but he also offered his virgin daughters as substitutes, which the men of Sodom refused."
And the Lord said unto Lot: Bless thee for offering your daughters to be raped. "




Angel Eyes wrote on Jun 2, 2009 3:36 AM:

" Funny that a pastor should play so fast and loose with the words he claims to worship. Compassion is what's needed here, though, not scorn. Ignorance can only be fought through the patient and sometimes painstakingly slow sharing of wisdom, not anger. "




Xiang Hanshi wrote on Jun 1, 2009 8:47 PM:

" Everyone thinks that being gay is something you DO. Ok. You don't love your wives. you just have sex with them. that makes you str8. no feelings. how ridiculous. are you a drunk if you're stranded on a desert island with you beer. are you gay if you long for but never touch another man? I like how all of this morality is black and white. No depth. no conversation. no chance to be heard from a different angle, or to accept another opinion, how sofphmoric. "




Chris wrote on Jun 1, 2009 6:27 PM:

" I'm glad to know that the Lord came down from the heavens only to smite the sodomites. That leaves axe murderers, hetero child rapists , KKK holdovers, and lots of other fun people free to pursue their interests without worry.
Lev 18 and in Lev 20 mention that sodos will be put to death. By whose hand? Is Tom (who chimed in early in this thread) gonna do it? Sure ain't gonna be his/my Lord. Why would He, when He didn't knock off Hitler or Mugabe when they were doing their best work? Buggery: small potatoes compared to those two. "




Shonti Elder wrote on Jun 1, 2009 6:07 PM:

" I can not let this article go unanwered, because it promotes hatred of gay people. Would Jesus himself, since it was not written that he desired women, be considered an antiChrist? Since many of the books of the Bible were written in Aramaic, and in the context of family values 2000 years ago, can anyone who does NOT speak Aramaic be sure that they understand all of the meanings of Biblical literature? The word sodomy means forced sex, or rape. Mutual love (whether gay or straight) is NOT rape! Love is a force for good. "




Lurdiak wrote on Jun 1, 2009 3:00 PM:

" hahahahahahhahahahahahha "




A little sex ed for the rev wrote on Jun 1, 2009 2:27 PM:

" Lisnup rev, asexual people have no desire for either sex. Why assume the bible wasn't alluding to an asexual? Were you just in a hurry to hate gays? Sure sounds like it. "




Think about it wrote on Jun 1, 2009 1:39 PM:

" Just because the bible has “Neither shall he [Antichrist] regard... the desire of women....” means the antichrist is homosexual. The anitchrist may have a hatred for homosexuals as well as no desire for women. Being branded a homosexual just because of the lack of desire for women may be the trigger that breeds the antichrist. "




Wasillian Hillbilly NOT wrote on Jun 1, 2009 1:38 PM:

" This past year of Media attention sure has made me feel embarrassed to live in Wasilla. 2007/2008 was the first year I physically worked in Wasilla, and it definitely gave me a new appreciation of the term "White Trash." The media coverage of the 2008/2009 year has re-validated the terminology meaning for me. At first (in 2007/08) I was wondering if my perceptions were correct, but now I know they were spot on! How embarrassing! Anybody want to buy a house? I'm ready to move! "




Erik wrote on Jun 1, 2009 12:48 PM:

" Drivel of this kind is the number one clue that the author is partaking in copious amounts of Methamphetamine and "Sodomy". The old biblical adage, "he who smelt it, dealt it", usually rings true; this case being no exception. "




Homosexuality is a sin... wrote on Jun 1, 2009 12:35 PM:

" God set that rule - take it up with Him. "




Radon wrote on Jun 1, 2009 12:32 PM:

" Really? The Frontiersman has nothing else to print besides hate speech wrapped up in some kind of nonsensical, paranoid, homophobic rant? How embarrassing.

I guess gay is the new black.

I'll write you an opinion piece about the future of gay civil rights for free, to prevent more of this nonsense from ever taking up print space in your paper again. "




Jen wrote on Jun 1, 2009 12:24 PM:

" As a Christian, I'm horribly embarrassed by this article. It's no wonder with the hate fueled drivel coming from the "church" these days that people are turning their back on organized religion in droves.

One of my favorite quotes:

"I like your Christ, I do not like your Christians. Your Christians are so unlike your Christ."
-Mohandas Gandhi "




Satans half-brother wrote on Jun 1, 2009 11:45 AM:

" So if I have this right. you're arguing that because Satan should out to be gay, all gays can be mocked, harmed and deprived of rights!

I like religion now, It's so dumb I can get words to mean anything I like. "




HappyAthiest wrote on Jun 1, 2009 11:42 AM:

" It's amazing. Folks like this will scream blue murder about the 'Gubmint' stepping on individual rights, but don't want Gays to have the same rights as Straight people. Using a book written thousands of years ago by a group of desert nomads more concerned about having a first born son then their wives for your moral code is just dumb. Here's a moral code to live by - don't be a jerk to other people. "




What The Holy Heck wrote on Jun 1, 2009 11:41 AM:

" II feel sad for people who so vehemently scream their beliefs, particularly beliefs that claim absolute knowledge of the unknowable. Even moreso when they condemn everyone who doesn't share their beliefs.

What a waste of time and energy. They could be feeding the hungry or clothing the poor. "




HeyHeyHey wrote on Jun 1, 2009 11:16 AM:

" Lame! "




Nita wrote on Jun 1, 2009 10:32 AM:

" This is truly the most syllogistic piece of nonsense I have ever had the pleasure of reading. Thank you. I never laughed so hard. "




To Wasillian Hillbilly NOT wrote on Jun 1, 2009 10:06 AM:

" Please don't pack up just yet. I've heard my share of inappropriate, bigoted, and plain old hateful remarks in Wasilla (and elsewhere), too, but there are also many good and thoughtful people, as shown by the bulk of comments made before this article went viral as well as afterward. All of us need to speak out immediately when we hear and see things that are offensive, and your voice is needed in that effort as well. Hang in there, neighbor. "




the big guy wrote on Jun 1, 2009 8:44 AM:

" Dude you forgot some of my favs

Lev25: 44 states that I may possess slaves, both male and female, provided they are purchased from neighboring nations.

Lev15: 19 When a woman has her regular flow of blood, the impurity of her monthly period will last seven days, and anyone who touches her will be unclean till evening

Lev: 10 all that have not fins and scales in the seas, and in the rivers, of all that move in the waters, and of any living thing which is in the waters, they shall be an abomination "




david wrote on Jun 1, 2009 8:13 AM:

" You seem to hark on the fact that homosexuality was THE ONE time GOD came down from heaven to pass his immediate judgement. This central theory to your article seems to contradict my understanding of the bible. As a point of reference:

Genesis 19:13
For we will destroy this place, because the cry of them is waxen great before the face of the LORD; and the LORD hath sent us to destroy it.

Sounds like the LORD sent his angels in. "




Wasillian Hillbilly NOT wrote on Jun 1, 2009 8:09 AM:

" This past year of Media attention sure has made me feel embarrassed to live in Wasilla. 2007/2008 was the first year I physically worked in Wasilla, and it definitely gave me a new appreciation of the term "White Trash." The media coverage of the 2008/2009 year has re-validated the terminology meaning for me. At first (in 2007/08) I was wondering if my perceptions were correct, but now I know they were spot on! How embarrassing! Anybody want to buy a house? I'm ready to move! "




Oreally wrote on Jun 1, 2009 7:36 AM:

" Here in Alaska, I would be more fearful of the pedophiles (in numbers) then the Anti-Christ. After pedophiles we have state government officials, priest, teachers. I've wondered, is the Bible fiction or non-fiction? Roll the credits "




Whatta fool wrote on Jun 1, 2009 7:27 AM:

" It must be humiliating for Reverend Hamman to know that the fuller force of responders here--including fellow clergy--are not writing in support of him. I don't feel sorry for him--he needs a wake-up call.

Stop spreading hate and ignorance, reverend--then you may generate some respect and credibility. "




Ju wrote on Jun 1, 2009 6:17 AM:

" You can be a homasexual without practising SODOMY... "




Points out the obvious. wrote on Jun 1, 2009 5:13 AM:

" You disguise your hate and bigotry in the veil of a crusade for God, but, even according to your beliefs , you contradict him.
Romans 2:1 "Therefore you have no excuse, whoever you are,
when you judge others; for in passing judgment on another you condemn yourself,
because you that judge are doing the very same sort of sinful things."

John 8:7 "So when they continued asking him, he lifted up himself, and said unto them,
He that is without sin among you, let him first cast a stone at her. "




Ted Bundy wrote on Jun 1, 2009 3:35 AM:

" Wow ... I know i'm supposed to fear the gay now but somehow I fear christianity. Wonder why? "




Julian Mentat wrote on Jun 1, 2009 12:57 AM:

" For an old book written by some weird guys, you sure take the Bible very seriously.
Why? "




Horace Jacobi wrote on May 31, 2009 9:45 PM:

" Personally, I have seen no positive without-a-doubt reason to believe there is some guy representing the image of Santa Clause sitting on a cloud watching over us.

With that said, if by some odd turn of events, the bible turns out to be more than mere fiction and heaven and h-e-l-l meet on earth for the "last days", the devil will be none other than Christians themselves. "




The Antichrist wrote on May 31, 2009 9:17 PM:

" Dude... I am totally straight. "




Kelly wrote on May 31, 2009 8:22 PM:

" Even Jesus thinks you are ignorant and idiotic. And Americans wonder why we are global laughingstocks? "




Singe wrote on May 31, 2009 8:12 PM:

" "And at what other time have we seen such perversion come out of the closets onto our streets, threatening violence if we do not accept their ways?"

Excuse me? I'm noticing a distinct LACK of people threatening violence if homosexuality isn't accepted.

In fact, it's quite the opposite. Close-minded fundamentalist bigots who are violent towards homosexuals. "




TestifytheGlory wrote on May 31, 2009 7:45 PM:

" That wicked man who called you, a Decent American, from a Godless radio program here in Georgia must love GAYS and SATAN and just proves it by the vile demon tongue he was too cowerdly to use while trying to fool Christians and Decent NOT gay folk which I am sure he is NOT. "




Stephen wrote on May 31, 2009 6:53 PM:

" Dear lord, please save us from your followers! "




GE wrote on May 31, 2009 6:35 PM:

" I don't get it. Hamman is given space in your paper to attack gays and you won't post what has been obvious to all gay Alaskans for at least a decade--the Baptists are the worst enemy of LGBT people in Alaska. "




MAXKATT from NY wrote on May 31, 2009 6:15 PM:

" I bumped into the antichrist this weekend. He wanted directions to Wasilla. I pointed North. He was walking, so you have some time. "




A Reader wrote on May 31, 2009 5:56 PM:

" Besides this article being, at the same time, both pointless and groundless speculation, the author's unrealistic conception of homosexuals is somewhat disturbing. To say that gays threaten violence if we "do not accept their ways" is, at best, uninformed or, at worst, deceitful. Ron Hammon's beliefs about the homosexual community seem to be more influenced by his views on the morality of homosexuality rather than by reality. "




John J. Shaffer wrote on May 31, 2009 5:19 PM:

" For those who care to know, the anti-Christ as described in Revelation is a clear reference to Nero and there is now some evidence that Nero liked males, so the writer was telling us something about Caesar. Some people think that quoting the Bible solves an issue. It doesn't. Sometimes the Bible gets it wrong. It is wrong on the issue of slavery. Portions of it are wrong on the role of women. So it doesn't shock me that it might be wrong on sexuality, homo or otherwise. "




Seriously wrote on May 31, 2009 5:17 PM:

" Along with near-total rhetorical incoherence, the author of this piece consistently fails to write grammatical sentences. This is the sort of thing to expect from idiots given power by a rapidly obsolescing belief system. "




Anthony Look wrote on May 31, 2009 5:03 PM:

" The lack of genuine substance and truth is once again proven by the deperate and blantant rhetoric of christians by their actions, responses and ideology. It is no wonder that the youth of America are leaving the false draconian dogmatic institutions of liars, distorters and deniers of love, peace and hope. "




stsebastiane wrote on May 31, 2009 4:58 PM:

" " It amazes me if a Christian speaks the Word, he/she is called a hater and a non-loving gay-basher but when a homosexual "preaches" - Christians are told we are to be "tolerant"

When you quote lev 20:13 you are a hater (Lev 20: 13 man lie with mankind, as he lieth with a woman, both have committed an abomination: they shall surely be put to death; their blood shall be upon them.
your saying you want people executed for being gay how am I suppose to respond ? "




Whata wrote on May 31, 2009 4:27 PM:

" This man has got to be a closeted Homosexual, he is entirely fixated. I suggest he get out of the closet and make peace with himself "




wOgraveOacutedagger wrote on May 31, 2009 4:00 PM:

" I'm concerned that the Antichrist will *make* me gay. "




disgusted wrote on May 31, 2009 3:59 PM:

" EPIC FAIL!!! who is ANYone to judge? NO ONE is in a position to judge anyone else!

Let "he" who is without sin cast the first stone.....

EPIC EPIC FAIL "




MB wrote on May 31, 2009 2:20 PM:

" You can "prove" anything by cherry-picking the bible, including that some pastors are idiots. "




Holy Roller wrote on May 31, 2009 1:43 PM:

" Keep on rolling and thumping those bible? I need a good laugh. "




spreadin santorum wrote on May 31, 2009 1:37 PM:

" Hysterical what passes for journalism in backwards towns like Wasilla. Ill-informed followers of a 3,000 year old Jewish Zombie are unstrapping their drool buckets all over town, fixin to go out and look fer suspicious, homo-like behavior . . . until they remember they still have a dime of meth left over from Saturday night and lose track of their mission while setting up the TV tray. "




Rons fan wrote on May 31, 2009 1:29 PM:

" Nothing like a religious leader to bring out the fear and hatred in people.

You go Ron! Keep them scared, mad and angry! Team work baby!

Luci "




Tired of religion wrote on May 31, 2009 1:25 PM:

" No surprises that Alaska thinks this...after all it is Palin country.

They say the Christian faith will become a minority in a few decades and people will wake up and realize that there is no big man wearing a robe in the sky.
Thank you Jesus! "




J.O. Teague wrote on May 31, 2009 12:47 PM:

" It's obvious. Mr. Hammon is a homosexual. Hence, the AntiChrist is in Wasilla with Ms. AntiChrist (the almost Vice). "




Alaska Needs Help wrote on May 31, 2009 12:38 PM:

" Congratulations, Mr. Hamman, you have shown your bigotry, hatred, and flat-out stupidity to the world. One day, not too far in the future, you will be looking for help from someone, or you will be looking for a job, and this article full of vile hatred and putrid idiocy will show up in a Google search...and you'll be out of luck.

And to the publishers of the Frontiersman: the same goes for you, for publishing this monstrous pile of BS. "




hunter wrote on May 31, 2009 12:08 PM:

" Life is just a blink of the eye in Gods time but on judgement day the pit of fire is forever, every body will bow on there knees to Jesus. "




jomega wrote on May 31, 2009 11:59 AM:

" I always am impressed with the example of Lot as a Biblical model of fatherhood, given how, after the... um, Sodomites of Sodom turned down his offer to pimp out his daughters, he then skips town, proceeding to "know" them himself well enough to father Moab and Benammi. (Gen. 19:8-9, 12-23, 33-38) And the "too drunk to know what the was doing" argument wouldn't hold up in any court of law I'm aware of. Real classy. "




Nylund wrote on May 31, 2009 11:46 AM:

" Lets remember that after God destroyed Sodom, there were only 3 survivors. Lot, and his two daughters. What did they do? Well, the two daughters got their dad drunk and had sex with him and had his babies. So I am supposed to assume homosexuality is evil because of a story that has absolutely no problem with 2 daughters have drunken incest sex with their dad and bearing his incest babies? "




Me wrote on May 31, 2009 11:27 AM:

" How come Jesus never married, and ran around with a group of single men? "




Brian Lund wrote on May 31, 2009 11:16 AM:

" I will surely keep Hamman in my prayers. This world needs more compassion than finger pointing. This, coming from a son of a Lutheran minister that happens to be gay.

I usually take note that people who reject homosexuality with such a vehemence usually have issues with their own.

Love thyself Hammon. Accept thyself! "




Jack Parkes wrote on May 31, 2009 10:34 AM:

" Silly Bugger! "




Fed Up wrote on May 31, 2009 9:54 AM:

" You're pathetic. Pathetic. Quit using mythology to justify your disgusting, pathetic bigotry.

Did someone pay you money to write this? You owe them a refund. "




Lori wrote on May 31, 2009 9:53 AM:

" @Sad

Yeah you are sad all right when you think that America consists only of right wing biggots like yourself. "




Jean Esselink wrote on May 31, 2009 9:40 AM:

" Your article claims god came down to VERIFY that sodomy was being practiced in Sodom. I thought god knew everything? Why would he need to verify? "




Incredulous wrote on May 31, 2009 9:39 AM:

" I'm not sure what's worse--the fact that something like this was written, or that a newspaper decided to print it. "




Jonathan wrote on May 31, 2009 9:18 AM:

" What does God want with a starship? "




Brent wrote on May 31, 2009 9:16 AM:

" It's obvious to me that the extreme cold has frozen more than a few brains up there. It's terribly sad that many have not progressed beyond the words of ancient homophobes and rely on their superstitions and fantasies for guidance. "




Mellissa wrote on May 31, 2009 9:09 AM:

" If God allows us to be born deaf, blind or disfigured, why do Christians insist that he doesn't allow us to be born gay??? Gay is not a choice; its naturally occurring, so if God hates gay people and in turn, wants us to hate them too, why did he make so many of them?! The author is a fear mongering, hate perpetuating, fact picking religious zealot. "




ThankGodImAnAtheist wrote on May 31, 2009 9:01 AM:

" This is ridiculous. The bible is a joke. There is no god, and anyone who cares to otherwise needs to get an education, and open their eyes to the multiple religions that have plagued this earth for centuries. When will people open their eyes and realize how silly this whole god/jesus/mohammad junk is. "




Guy wrote on May 31, 2009 8:58 AM:

" Pastor Hamman is right!
I am shocked by the response and the overwhelming hatred coming out of the ungodly. I despise what current America stands for, I hate what it supports, I detest its ways, I am opposed to its worldview, I abhor its entertainments, I am repulsed by the false gospel it preaches, I have vomited its Television shows, sitcoms and movies, I have nothing to do with the people who defend and support this version of the US. I have left it as a result. Rev. 17 and 18 tell us why God will destroy it. "




why did i read on wrote on May 31, 2009 8:57 AM:

" good god, why on earth did i continue reading after i saw this was from Wasilly? will i ever learn? "




RLL wrote on May 31, 2009 8:54 AM:

" Completely fallacious reasoning-- having no regard for women does not necessarily entail homosexuality-- it could possibly mean asexuality or homosexuality. So when you think the bad magic man comes, be sure to round up everyone with low libidos along with homosexuals. "




Design Flaws wrote on May 31, 2009 8:54 AM:

" "there is no greater way to reject the Creator than to reject your gender and his design for it." -

My guess, which holds about as much credibility as yours, would be someone that has had a boob job, lips injected, nose job, calf implants, or maybe even someone who has had 8 fertilized eggs sugically implanted into them. hhhmmm... "




a Gay wrote on May 31, 2009 8:49 AM:

" Finally, you right wing religous zealots have finally given us gays credit for something! Thank you, i guess. "




antiChris wrote on May 31, 2009 8:43 AM:

" Just more proof what a bunch of wack-jobs you fundies are. Thanks for the laughs! "




stsebastiane wrote on May 31, 2009 8:14 AM:

" The anti christ will be straight after all the the majority of crime murder, rape, terrorism, child molestation?abuse ect.. are done by heterosexuals, not to mention all the wars you cause. Heterosexual are not morally superior because they are straight if that were true the world would be perfect, and its not. Straight people need to stop blaming all the worlds problems on gay people and maybe look in a mirror "




Aunti wrote on May 31, 2009 8:11 AM:

" My sides are still aching from laughing at this twaddle. I'm sharing the insanity with all my friends so they can laugh too. "




John the Frapptist wrote on May 31, 2009 8:04 AM:

" Of course I believe, and you all must realize that you have to put your tooth UNDER the pillow if you hope to get a treat from the Tooth Fairy. Hah, superstition cracks me up! "




Jennifer Woodroff wrote on May 31, 2009 8:01 AM:

" Does a newspaper seriously believe that printing this kind of tripe is worthy? Does it want to be taken seriously? Obviously not, if this is the level of "thought" you believe the public wants to read. Judging by your comments, apparently your readership disagrees. I can only assume whoever the little wizard is behind the curtain over there is a flaming fundamentalist. Don't you people understand that your party is over? Nobody is interested in your psychotic ravings anymore. "




Mr Blantly wrote on May 31, 2009 7:59 AM:

" I thought sodomy was the opposite of sin? What do I know! "




Zahir Blue wrote on May 31, 2009 7:53 AM:

" Some background: Tthe so-called "Sin of Sodom" is never explicitly stated in the Bible. Hebrew tradition, interestingly enough, has long held that that city's great moral failing was to fail to feed its poor. Equating Sodom with homosexual behavior came well into the Christian Era. Homosexuality as a word and to some extent as a concept came into being during the second half of the 19th century amid a flurry of efforts to "define" and "list" and "categorize" virtually everything. "




GE wrote on May 31, 2009 7:35 AM:

" The Baptists are the worst enemies of gays in Alaska, as this piece demonstrates. "




Caitie wrote on May 31, 2009 7:16 AM:

" It's not surprising that this story was published in the hometown of Sarah Palin. Thank God that woman is not vice president, and these kinds of views can stay in a one horse town in Alaska - not in Washington "




Token12ga wrote on May 31, 2009 7:07 AM:

" Thanks Ron, for reminding me what a huge waste of time it is to go to church. There, I can find a bunch of closed minded, low grade morons, all assembled in one place. "




Kevin wrote on May 31, 2009 7:04 AM:

" After reading this article, I thought to myself, who could the Homosexual Antichrist be? Perhaps it is Nathan Lane!! But then I remembered another passage from The Bible, Second Kings, Chapter Two, verses 23 and 24 where God summons some female bears to execute 42 children for making fun of a bald guy.

God obviously thinks that children, especially ones that speak, are an abomination and must be murdered. Therefor, the Antichrist must not only be Homosexual but must also be a child who makes fun of bald people.

Praise! "




len wrote on May 31, 2009 7:01 AM:

" While patiotism may be the last refuge of a scoundrel, religion is the last refuge of a hypocrite. "




John wrote on May 31, 2009 6:58 AM:

" You outwardly hate those things which you find detestable within yourself. Instead of striking out, why not deal with that which is within? Then you can be a good example. "




Clark Barr wrote on May 31, 2009 6:51 AM:

" This narrow-minded bigoted rant is the reason why millions of Americans have abandoned churches. Thanks to the Internet, people from all over the world are seeing this exercise in stupidity and are laughing at how gullible and dumb Americans are. "




db wrote on May 31, 2009 6:51 AM:

" Why are Christians so preoccupied with judging and punishing? "




Ivyfree wrote on May 31, 2009 6:47 AM:

" Ah. An opportunity to see the local superstitions practiced by the villagers.

Seriously, don't you guys get tired of looking stupid? And I thought "Wasilla Hillbillies" was overstating things! "




William wrote on May 31, 2009 6:27 AM:

" Ezekiel 16:49-50

Behold, this was the iniquity of thy sister Sodom,

pride,

fulness of bread,

and abundance of idleness was in her and in her daughters,

neither did she strengthen the hand of the poor and needy.

And they were haughty, and committed abomination before me:

therefore I took them away as I saw good. "




ndnative wrote on May 31, 2009 6:22 AM:

" Wait, it's okay to offer your virgin daughters to strangers to have sex with, but not to have sex with someone you love? And having sex is the "natural use for women"? Now, THAT's offensive. Also, does that mean that the Bible encourages lesbianism? "




Bob Whaley wrote on May 31, 2009 6:01 AM:

" Brilliant way to get your circulation up.
Jesus is about love.
I can't judge but am happy to allow God to and I believe God will forgive you. "




Joe Momma wrote on May 31, 2009 5:38 AM:

" "Ron Hamman is pastor for Independent Baptist Church of Wasilla. Contact him at 357-4229. "

Perhaps someone can print out these comments and stick them on the door of his church. It might open some eyes to see how they are listening to the words of a hater and a fool... "




tomytucker wrote on May 31, 2009 5:34 AM:

" will the antichrist be a homosexual? it's definitely a question. as is 'is ron hamman a homosexual?' it's the wives i feel sorry for... "




Harmonika Savingsbonds wrote on May 31, 2009 5:11 AM:

" No doubt you came up with this hilarious ideas the day you ran out of Crystal Meth... "




astockton wrote on May 31, 2009 5:07 AM:

" To Pam: Do I see the sort of "end times" signs you describe? Sure I do: today and in every period of recorded human history. Blow the dust off your Bible and read how the Old Testament prophets were always warning sinners to change their ways. There's really nothing new about the sins that are committed today. "




Christian wrote on May 31, 2009 5:01 AM:

" As a straight Christian, this article and this "pastor" makes me want to vomit. I thought this was a joke in the beginning but after reading further, I realized this "guy" is serious. He is serious...seriously deluded. Get help "Pastor". Bigotry has no place in the 21st century nor in Christianity. "




Sane person wrote on May 31, 2009 4:43 AM:

" Wow. Since your comments/interpretations are so anti-christian, perhaps the anti-christ is already here in the form of a pastor from Wasilla. "




The Heavenly Father wrote on May 31, 2009 4:35 AM:

" I love you for you are my child. I sent my son to die on the cross for you. And you distort my teachings in My name? I still love you, but gee gollly, I didn't mean to make humanity so stupid. "




Francis wrote on May 31, 2009 4:33 AM:

" Homosexuality is genetic. Evolution is a fact.

Once religious people get past these two barriers in their thinking they may experience a rise in the numbers of their congregations.

Intelligent people will have no part of it. "




ChunkyLover53 wrote on May 31, 2009 4:26 AM:

" Mr. Hammon, how does it feel to know so many people think you're an ignorant bigoted idiot? "




H. Simpson wrote on May 31, 2009 4:24 AM:

" (Genesis 38:9) - "And Onan knew that the offspring would not be his; so it came about that when he went in to his brother’s wife, he wasted his seed on the ground, in order not to give offspring to his brother."
God smote him for that act. One could say that this was God intervening, discrediting your statement that Sodom was God's only retaliatory act for sin. The 100 words allotted for comments aren't enough to counter your argument point by point, but it's horridly flawed. "




Joe Berkowitz wrote on May 31, 2009 4:17 AM:

" Did Hammon go to divinity school, or was there an opening for a pastor so they just hired the most judgmental person it town? "




Adam Smith wrote on May 31, 2009 4:15 AM:

" It takes a lot of learning to be so ignorant. "




Jack Thomason wrote on May 31, 2009 4:05 AM:

" You're basing his entire claim on a misreading of a single verse taken out of context. Just like every other anti-gay right wing Christian preacher.
How about you try preaching love, social justice, respect for all human life and dignity, and responsibility for the impoverished and the unfortunate.
There are over 300 bible verses about social justice and the injustice of poverty. There are less than 10 regarding homosexuality. Which would you conclude is more important? "




Really wrote on May 31, 2009 4:01 AM:

" You're asking me to be the judge?
But Christ told me not to judge! What am I supposed to do when Christ tells me one thing and a pastor tells me another? I'm torn so torn! No I think I'll stick with Christ on this one. "




Orion K. wrote on May 31, 2009 3:54 AM:

" Noted: when Christ returns, I can tell him apart from the devious and tricky Antichrist because he won't be the one hitting on other guys. Cool, got it. "




Sam Johnson wrote on May 31, 2009 3:44 AM:

" The "Antichrist" will not be a single entity. The Antichrist will be all of you, not only the deviants in sexual orientation, but the divorcees, the adulterers, you who spread hate, fail to assist the poor, support unjust wars, hypocritically judge, and selectively apply religious principles for your own purposes. The amalgamation of all of your sins will be our downfall. Acting as you do, you are rejecting Christ. False words of love of Christ and acceptance of his forgiveness will not save you when your actions are to the contrary. You have no right to judge. "




Not Ron Hamman wrote on May 31, 2009 3:30 AM:

" Did Ron Hamman go to divinity school? Does he have any religious or theological education? I think he needs to take a class on exegesis, then he'd know not to take select bible quotes out of context to support his argument. I think I may have a more extensive religious education than Mr. Hamman just from high school religion classes and two college courses. It sounds like he hasn't even read the bible through, and doesn't know HOW to read the bible correctly.
I strongly suggest he go seek further education lest he embarrass himself and those around him. "




Terry wrote on May 31, 2009 3:27 AM:

" To the reverend and the other hatemongering bigots who live to spew this hate:

You will lose. Equality for GLBT people WILL come. Deal with it. "




B. S. Skimmer wrote on May 31, 2009 3:24 AM:

" Next week will you write about how the Antichrist is black? Or will you be picking another minority? Will the Antichrist will be a single mother? A Muslim?
Or maybe you'll write about how he is a Democrat? "




Shirley U.R. Joking wrote on May 31, 2009 3:22 AM:

" Really?
"Sodomy is the only sin for which God came down from heaven to destroy. Though God dealt with many other sins in various ways, there is no other for which he came down from heaven to verify and destroy."
How about
"[...] the Lord saw that the wickedness of man was great in the earth [...] So the Lord said, 'I will blot out man whom I have created from the world" Genesis 6:5-7
Certainly a pastor has heard the story of Noah's Ark? "




The Dude wrote on May 31, 2009 2:26 AM:

" Whatever it is you are smoking, can I have some? "




Sheila Noya wrote on May 31, 2009 12:35 AM:

" "I like your Christ. I do not like your Christians, they are SO UNLIKE your Christ." -- Mohandas K Gandhi "




Seymour B. wrote on May 30, 2009 11:48 PM:

" At what point will the sky be falling? "




judybrowni wrote on May 30, 2009 11:24 PM:

" Are the staff at this newspaper insane?

Not only is it unbelievable that a "writer" (scare quotesfully indended) would find a newspaper anywhere outside of Iran to print this hate speech fantasy, I'm flabbergasted that an editor-- an editor! (or I should say, "editor") agreed to put this maligant tripe in print.

This is a newspaper? In which century? Have we traveled back in time to the Dark Ages?

Coming next week: an editorial on witch burning.

This is one newspaper that obviously deserves to die. "




Amazed at Wasilla Ignorance wrote on May 30, 2009 10:33 PM:

" Some day, in the not too distant future, this kind of writing will be viewed as the hate speech that it is. If this wing-nuttery passes for news in Alaska, I thank the spaghetti monster I don't live there. "




WMDKitty wrote on May 30, 2009 10:20 PM:

" Having read the Bible, I can place all the blame for leaving the church on that moldy old tome of violence and misogyny.

I sincerely hope all you "Bible Believers" join the 21st century, and leave behind the hatred you're all currently preaching. "




Jason wrote on May 30, 2009 9:47 PM:

" Your story has gone viral for the world to see how closeminded chirstians really think. Congrats. Dugg and Fail. "




Jesus wrote on May 30, 2009 9:31 PM:

" Nope. You totally are missing the point of Christianity dude. I love you anyway.

Love,
Jesus "




Tony Tiger wrote on May 30, 2009 9:21 PM:

" to think that GOD, whom must be extremely intelligent in a way that we could not possibly understand, would be sooooooo stupid as to define sodomy as the worst offense to humanity. Not all the murders and horrible deceptions caused by humanity, but the goofy thrill of our naked sexuality. what an odd interpretation of G.O.D i guess everyone gets the G.O.D. they deserve! "




21st century wrote on May 30, 2009 9:20 PM:

" duh. just duh. "




tomlarryjr wrote on May 30, 2009 8:58 PM:

" Some of the interpretations to the above scripture are such a stretch I couldn't even follow them. 1) Sodom and Gomorrah was not the only time God Destroyed large populations. 2) Gay does not mean that every man young and old in the city wants to rape a stranger. The New testament shows a dramatic evolution from a God "that loves the smell of the burning flesh of sacrificial animals," to the number one rule, "treat others like you want to be treated." The hardest rule of all but we continue to evolve. "




Pam wrote on May 30, 2009 8:49 PM:

" Here's an ancient mirror. Take a look. Do you see our society reflected here?

1 But mark this: There will be terrible times in the last days. 2 People will be lovers of themselves, lovers of money, boastful, proud, abusive, disobedient to their parents, ungrateful, unholy, 3 without love, unforgiving, slanderous, without self-control, brutal, not lovers of the good, 4 treacherous, rash, conceited, lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God— 5 having a form of godliness but denying its power.
2 Timothy 3
Our society=self-righteous nonreligious people who are "smarter than God." "




MerrieWay wrote on May 30, 2009 8:32 PM:

" Remember, don't judge others for there goes "I".
While we judge our brother, that hate eats us alive and prevents us from living in compassion and love. "




Oversized wrote on May 30, 2009 8:14 PM:

" I honestly thought this was a joke article when I first clicked on it...now that I know it's not I am sad for humanity.

If this is the "common sense" from Wasilla Main Street...let's keep it there. "




jose wrote on May 30, 2009 8:01 PM:

" the christians say GOD created all creatures,all life.... "




Paul wrote on May 30, 2009 7:42 PM:

" Why isn't the word L-U-S-T allowed in comments, yet it's in this article as plain as day? "




Dan wrote on May 30, 2009 7:28 PM:

" Right-wing theologian Dr. Schaeffer warned that the anti-Christ would emerge from a Christian Cult and not a secular leader--that the anti-Christ would pose as representative of Christian values.

"Jesus said that towards the end-time there will be other Jesuses, He meant something like this. We must never forget that the great enemy who is coming is the anti-Christ. He is not the anti-non-Christ. He is anti-Christ.
-Francis Schaeffer, Escape from Reason" "




Catherine wrote on May 30, 2009 7:13 PM:

" Sodom was destroyed because it lay beside a lake that leaked methane, which ignited and burned the city down. Archeologists have found generations of towns there that were destroyed because of this. If some nitwad wants to blame it on sin, fine. It was a natural disaster. As for homosexuality, I am always amazed at how people feel they can judge the works of God who created everyone in His own image. Good luck on thatl, judgers. "




BCPipes wrote on May 30, 2009 6:56 PM:

" "But remember that sodomy is the one sin that God left heaven and came to earth to destroy. "

Missed some. Sin still here. "




Rebecca wrote on May 30, 2009 6:53 PM:

" This is clearly a joke. No real newspaper would print something this ridiculous. This is much better than The Onion!

Extremely funny! "




Brad wrote on May 30, 2009 6:46 PM:

" Without a doubt you have a right to your opinion. But it is an opinion only. The Bible has lots of parts that have been used but shrill soapbox folk to justify everything from the sanctioning of slavery to the evil of bacon.
Your opinion however leads to the vilification and hate crimes against gay people. How would you explain your conduct to Jesus Christ? Is your conduct consistent with His message? I don't think so.
Gay people are a reality. I don't think that the Lord wants us to usurp His judgement. "




BCPipes wrote on May 30, 2009 6:46 PM:

" I would think The Anti-Christ could be anything, completely free of worldly sin, as long as it is anti Christ.

I personally believe it will be an evil baby with huge snarly teeth. "




EdA wrote on May 30, 2009 6:29 PM:

" I think it's interesting that the Frontiersman's spell-checker considers the very name of the former Vice-President so offensive that it cannot be printed. "




EdA wrote on May 30, 2009 6:27 PM:

" Richard Cheney is a much better candidate for Anti-Christ than any gay person, although Karl Rove would make a good second choice. As (lying) "compassionate" "conservative" "born-again" "Christians" they brought disgrace on our great nation and have striven manfully to drag our nation and much of the rest of the world into economic chaos.

Most Jews and Gentiles recognize that the evil for which Sodom and Gomorrah were punished was profound inhospitable behavior towards strangers, a sin the Old Testament condemned over and over. (FYI, homosexuality, bacon-cheeseburgers, & permanent press were all classed as abominations. Close MacDonald's!!) "




Connor wrote on May 30, 2009 6:24 PM:

" Why did God fail in destroying homsexulaity if He is all powerful? "




haha wrote on May 30, 2009 6:23 PM:

" This entire religion fairy tale is too much, hey you otherwise intelligent folks, get a grip on the The Bible Fairy Tales and for the Homo part, too much all these baptist folks using their tax free Moolah to spread their fables based on fiction written centuries ago by goat herders, how silly you folks must feel to think climbing the beanstalk will get you to heaven.. haha. "




Squirtapotamus wrote on May 30, 2009 6:10 PM:

" If the idea of Christ is "personal salvation from original sin" than the idea of the Anti-Christ is "there is no such thing as sin so there is nothing to be saved from."

The Anti-Christ will teach us not to fear our death and to live life to its fullest.

This is not evil. This is a teaching which will liberate us from superstition and bigotry. "




TheTruthHurts wrote on May 30, 2009 5:25 PM:

" You, sir are nothing more than a pseudo-Christian who ignores the teachings of Jesus while merrily bearing false witness against his brother. "




Anti-Christ Esq. wrote on May 30, 2009 5:11 PM:

" Ron,

You got me. Not only am I busy plotting my takover, but on weekends I like to drink Sea Breezes and listen to Judy Garland.

You'll me singing "Clang, clang, clang go the trolleys" while I brand your forehead with my pink barcode.

Toodles,

Mr. Anti-Christ Esq.

P.S. Adam Lambert was robbed! "




Paul wrote on May 30, 2009 5:04 PM:

" The Bible tells you to bash gays and not to eat shellfish, but we never hear Christians worrying about eating shellfish. This is because bashing gays is a lot more fun than not eating shellfish, isn't it? You just pick what is convenient. "




militaryman wrote on May 30, 2009 4:43 PM:

" Ugh.. What a crock of BS. Thankfully there is no antichrist "




peterevolves wrote on May 30, 2009 4:37 PM:

" So the God of the Bible didn't visit ruin upon the Earth for other "sins" in the Noachian deluge? Nice thing to overlook there chief.

Speculation? You might as well try to speculate on the nature of the next Dali Lama based on the writings of early 20th century science fiction authors. This is beyond regular speculation. It's self-indulgent garbage vomiting out of the mind of a person who has spent too much time wanting to believe in the patently unbelievable nonsense contained in the ramblings of bronze age shepherds that were codified by a bunch of theocrats. Lunacy. "




Jim Donnelly wrote on May 30, 2009 3:51 PM:

" Next week: will the Antichrist be left handed? "




The Pantichrist wrote on May 30, 2009 3:18 PM:

" It's true. A man loving another man is the greatest sin ever. "




Realist wrote on May 30, 2009 2:01 PM:

" Get the picture?
Thank God we have freedom from religion. It will be quite a battle to keep them out of our government, but well worth it.
Taliban anyone? "




Any Moose in a Storm wrote on May 30, 2009 1:46 PM:

" What kind of predator writes rubbish like this? A shaky Christain, that's who.

Mr. Hammon sounds like a desperate sort who has too many personal issues to work through, but would rather escape into a dark world of fear and hate than face his own demons.

His views could sanely be viewed as the proverbial cry for help. For everyone's sake--let's hope he gets it. "




Macca wrote on May 30, 2009 1:38 PM:

" Imagine being a pastor and using the Bible to drive a hate war. Not the first, and not the last.

You frail human, you need to stand down.

"Judge not less ye be judged." "




Bible Believer wrote on May 30, 2009 12:51 PM:

" As I look through all of these comments on this article by Pastor Hammon, I realize that so many Americans do not understand the Bible at all. Your eyes are veiled. You talk about Jesus as love and forgiving, but miss the point that he also judges. My suggestion to all people everywhere is to pick up a Bible and read it through and through... keep reading it. Perhaps God will help you understand it. "




kme wrote on May 30, 2009 12:18 PM:

" The world has been ending for thousands of years. The anti-Christ has been "speculated" upon more times than it's worth counting. He has never come.

At some point being wrong over and over and over and over again means you are WRONG. "




Andy Smith wrote on May 30, 2009 11:46 AM:

" Will the Antichrist be a homosexual?
An impossible question to answer, since there is no anti-christ.
Since there are no facts in any religion, you can go on asking as many moronic questions as you like, but what's the point? There are no facts, so there is nothing to debate, whatever you may say.
If there were facts, it wouldn't be a primitive religion, practised only by feeble minded halfwitted country bumpkins!
This whole article is a pile of nonsensical mubo-jumbo, written by some mad fundamentalist nut, who believes in this medieval nonsense. Very scary, that anyone takes this seriously! "




alyssa wrote on May 30, 2009 11:09 AM:

" do you also preach against red lobster? since eating shellfish is bad? do you wear clothes of different fabrics AT THE SAME TIME? because you're not supposed to.

pastor sit, you are why i left my religion. because i don't know about your "God" but mine wouldn't want me hating people. and you wonder why people are moving away from religion. "




gall0wsp0le wrote on May 30, 2009 10:08 AM:

" It's a good thing the Bible is fiction, or else this pastor would give us a lot to worry about! "




Whoa there wrote on May 30, 2009 9:56 AM:

" Your fingers must be getting tired from posting so much. Isn't it a lot for the two of you to type so much? Watch out for carpel tunnel syndrom dude/ette. You won't be able to reach around anymore. "




Chris Maccarone wrote on May 30, 2009 9:51 AM:

" Jesus would not have approved of your bigotry and intolerance. You should be ashamed. "




DMC wrote on May 30, 2009 9:50 AM:

" As a pastor, Mr. Hamman should know better than to selectively quote portions of bible verses(and omit words or phrases) to advance his bigoted agenda. I would also point out that his claims of "historical revisionism" as it pertains to the term homosexuality are wholly without any proof other than his own, misguided and biased opinion. This type of "teaching" actually speaks AGAINST many of the things detailed in the Gospels and the New Testament as a whole. Jesus did not discriminate against Mary Magdalene, so why is Hamman and others biased against gays and lesbians? "




Cactus Wren wrote on May 30, 2009 9:49 AM:

" How seriously can I take the opinion of an alleged pastor who doesn't even know how to spell "predominant"? "




GodisaLie wrote on May 30, 2009 9:06 AM:

" The last bit of evidence to condemn Alaska as the dumbest state in the U.S. "




subhumyn filth wrote on May 30, 2009 8:27 AM:

" ahhhh, fundies say the darndest things...

, nothing says "united in christ" quite like a good old fashioned witch hunt "




A true american thinker wrote on May 30, 2009 8:27 AM:

" Christianity neither is, nor ever was, a part of the common law.
-- Thomas Jefferson


Down with Religion! "




Muse wrote on May 30, 2009 8:15 AM:

" The Antichrist was Roman emperor NERO!

It was a derogatory term used in place of his name for he was a very cruel emperor.

It is ... fact ... "




rant-ree wrote on May 30, 2009 8:08 AM:

" The fundamentalists are much more preoccupied with sex than any homosexuals I know. Why don't you people get out and get some fresh air, rather than demonizing anyone who doesn't see things your way? No wonder more people than ever before refuse to identify themselves as religious. "




3na wrote on May 30, 2009 8:06 AM:

" dezman,

Usually speculations are based on facts.
At least they are suppose to be.

Even highly religious people are saying this has no basis. I'm all for freedom of speech, but i feel like journalist have a responsibility to actually research their topic properly. "




Thomas Moore wrote on May 30, 2009 8:06 AM:

" Is it hard to keep track of all your imaginary friends/enemies? "




Joe wrote on May 30, 2009 7:58 AM:

" Umm, it literally took me 2 seconds to Wikipedia the etymology of "homosexual." Here are the facts for our author.

First used in print in 1869 to argue against an anti-sodomy law it is derived from Greek and Latin: homo - Gr. prefix meaning same, sexus - Lt. meaning gender.

I can think of hundreds of words that aren't in the first Webster dictionary that only an idiot would call revisionist. Ever used the word pandemonium? Probably, but without knowing its Christian etymology. Language is constantly evolving (evolve - in the 1828 dictionary). "




Gubby Mc Wubby wrote on May 30, 2009 7:57 AM:

" Are all Christians filled with as much hate and bigotry as the author of this article?



It seems so. "




Brenda to dezman wrote on May 30, 2009 7:31 AM:

" Hamman poses the question--then answers his own question (bastardizing Scripture)--in the affirmative, followed by the ingenuine: 'You be the judge.'.

There's nothing 'speculative' about that, dezman. No, the reverend clearly reveals his intent--and that is to sway people to his thinking, while exploiting the bible.

Using free speech to hurt others may be an option in our society, but not the behavior one expects from a member of the clergy.

Through the incredible access of the internet, this man's built an international reputation now as a poster-boy for Worthless Christian Leadership.

Beautiful! "




thisIsBS wrote on May 30, 2009 7:28 AM:

" The Bible is not a historical text. It's been revised and edited so many times, who really knows what the authors original intent was. And also, who says homosexuals weren't created by nature? "




funny stuff wrote on May 30, 2009 7:26 AM:

" i heart this article... please keep it up rev., as you're only proving all of our points for us... seriously, i couldn't even *think* of a better way to show the absurdity of dogmatic religion than this article... thanks again "




Attia wrote on May 30, 2009 7:17 AM:

" The ACTUAL quote from Daniel 11:37, before you mangled it beyond recognition (and yes, there is a Biblical proclamation against doing exactly what you just did): "He will show no regard for the gods of his fathers or for the one desired by women, nor will he regard any god, but will exalt himself above them all."

Yeah, that REALLY sounds like He's talking about homosexuality AT ALL. It's amazing what ellipses can do to a Bible verse. What dishonest, bigoted tripe. You should be ashamed to call yourself a preacher of the actual Word of God. "




Brett Ellingson wrote on May 30, 2009 7:08 AM:

" Interesting idea. It's certainly possible (though not at all clear). I take issue with your saying that the only time God has destroyed anything was for sodomy (Noah's flood?), but I take less issue with you than with people who don't know what they're talking about blasting on because you reiterate the Bible's condemnation of their or their family members' favorite sin. "




BattleAngel wrote on May 30, 2009 6:55 AM:

" THE BIBLE CONDEMS DIVORCE MORE THAN IT CONDEMS HOMOSEXUALS.

HOW MANY OF YOU ARE DIVORCED?

JESUS SAYS YOU MAY ONLY GET DIVORCED IF THE WIFE HAS BEEN UNFAITHFUL TO HER HUSBAND. AND ONLY THEN. "




Tristan wrote on May 30, 2009 6:40 AM:

" Why does it seem like there is such a large disparity in between the English-speaking ability of Liberals and of Conservatives?

In all of these posts you'll notice the ones with the most liberal stances exhibit the greatest control over their words.

My stance is notably left-of-center. I do not quite understand how you could claim the anti-christ will be gay while we have repeatedly viewed in our lifetimes the churches themselves partaking in such acts. This almost seems as though we're being LEAD by the future anti-christs.

Be a tad less religious, please. "




Wondering wrote on May 30, 2009 6:32 AM:

" How can anyone condone an "eternal death" punishment for "sinners"? God will force a soul to suffer great pain ETERNALLY for one thing they did on earth? ETERNALLY. And does God enjoy watching that suffering? God is sick in the head.

Imagine if Fundamentalist Christians were in charge and decided to make our judicial system match the Bible? Someone commits a crime, they are subjected to a lifetime of torture and pain? "




Thumper wrote on May 30, 2009 6:31 AM:

" Thump, thump goes those bibles! "




Citizen B wrote on May 30, 2009 6:11 AM:

" Oh for heaven's sake! And where does Spiderman fit in this cast of imaginary beings? "




Hesus wrote on May 30, 2009 6:06 AM:

" This is why religion is in decline in every educated country. It has become idiotism. "




Joey wrote on May 30, 2009 6:04 AM:

" "It is simply a helper to Christians in perhaps identifying the Antichrist"

Um...no...it's pretty clearly hate speech. "




Pan wrote on May 30, 2009 6:03 AM:

" Why is it that you forget simple things like love thy neighbor. If this "god" is so hateful why worship it? This belief in this person names "jesus" has been taken out of the historical fact and made by a man, who was Roman, to create a religion. Fear not, there is not an old angry bearded man in the sky who will strike one down.After all, if all his creations are perfect then gay men and women are just that, perfect. But why let hate and bigotry get in the way. "




Heinrick Schmidt wrote on May 30, 2009 6:02 AM:

" It is more likely that the anti-christ will come from within the church. "beware of wolves in sheep's clothing". The only time Jesus became angry was the profiteers in the church. Many ungodly people have entered the church corrupted by greed, money and profit. Be careful of the hypocrites and Pharisees that are now destroying the love and compassion of Christ and replacing it with the hate and intolerance of the devil "




Ewa wrote on May 30, 2009 6:01 AM:

" "...when Noah Webster published his first dictionary in 1828, it was not included. This means that homosexuality is a modern word invented to replace the word Noah Webster did include, sodomy, defined as a crime against nature."

The word "sodomy" was, and remains in Webster's dictionary today. That being the case, how can you claim that it was replaced by anything? The word "automobile" also had a different definition 50 years ago, simply because cars today are different. It's not historical revisionism - people change, words and meanings evolve. Get over it. "




R Jonez wrote on May 30, 2009 5:46 AM:

" Where have I heard this type of reasoning before?
Oh that's right: "Saddam has weapons of mass destruction", just before we invaded Iraq...
Hatred and lies flow from the pen, to the tip of a sword... "




Michael eagle river wrote on May 30, 2009 5:32 AM:

" Oh Lord...who wrote this crap.....? isnt there enough to worry about besides someone else's sex life? I've got gay friends and they are fine....hey, I've also known a few dudes who aren't gay and they are not so fine....so come day of reckoning....we're all in the same boat. Peace and love whatever floats your boat. "




Osho wrote on May 30, 2009 4:53 AM:

" "He will be an experienced, awakened being. His very presence will threaten all the establishments of the world. His presence will be a challenge to all that enslaves man and destroys his spirit. His presence will become a great fear in all those who are immensely powerful, but know perfectly well that their power depends on the exploitation of men, on keeping man retarded, on destroying man’s intelligence..." "




Osho wrote on May 30, 2009 4:42 AM:

" "It is strange – so strange that it is almost unbelievable – that there are three hundred religions in the world and there is no peace, no joy, no celebration, no holiness, no divineness anywhere – this is such an absurdity! If truth is one, how can there be three hundred religions?

Truth is a search, not a faith. It is an inquiry, not a belief.
An Authentic Religiousness needs no prophets, no saviors,
no churches, no popes, no priests -
because religiousness is the flowering of your heart, a quality,not something organized...." "




Mark wrote on May 30, 2009 4:41 AM:

" I will remind this lying pastor of one important thing. Some of us out in this vast world have actually read the Bible. The pastor obviously hasn't. Or, he's relying on others to NOT read it. The story of Sodom/Gomorrah has nothing whatsoever to do with homosexuality. And the pastor knows it. The pastor's premise is false. Thus, his entire argument is 100% false.

Why do Christians constantly have to lie to make their point? Why? "




Merov wrote on May 30, 2009 3:54 AM:

" I wonder what standards this newspaper has, who can spread such pious filth. Rid your selves of the cult of the clergy, and read Søren Kierkegaard the greatest theologian & philosopher, for the cult of the clergy spread it's metaphysical sophistry and illusion, while they judge and indirectly proclaim to be demi-gods with their hot-line to the heavens. These snakes in the grass, these Pharisees, serpents and corruptors will one day face God's judgment, and I only hope he will show them mercy. "




merov wrote on May 30, 2009 3:53 AM:

" And also reference to design. Sigh ... how many times must I write this. The "argument to design" ( Not from, since its the effect, not the cause) was beaten down and broken by the philosopher David Hume for almost 300 years ago in the book "Dialogues concerning natural religion"(100 years before Darwin). The philosophers in the US has failed their social obligation to enlighten people, and has allowed such ignorance. "




Merov wrote on May 30, 2009 3:53 AM:

" " You be the judge. " Only God, our lord, is the one to judge, not you, you Pharisee!
And you have judged over and over. Proclaiming to know the will of God. How arrogant, pompous and at the same time so naive. Such a good example of the cult of the clergy. So hypocritical in the refusal to interpret the old testament, but oh so eager to interpret the book of revelation into our modern context. "




Saddened wrote on May 30, 2009 3:07 AM:

" It's funny how most Christians prove themselves to be so much unlike Christ as you just did. I feel very sorry for you and those who think like you. I hope one day your god gives you the ability to think a bit more freely. "




Beastage wrote on May 30, 2009 3:05 AM:

" How weak are these religious people , do you people have no faith in the lord? anti-christ, children story designed to put fear into weak people hearts.

Is god so weak in your eyes that he allowed the creation of the anti-christ in the first place?

Stop confusing the preaching of power hungry humans to god's laws, they are not the same. "




Gazza wrote on May 30, 2009 3:00 AM:

" A perfect example of why you should give up Christianity and try some a little less evil instead.... "




Amused wrote on May 30, 2009 2:55 AM:

" I have never read such non-sense. I am a hardworking, friendly and intelligent homosexual. I support my family, friends and total strangers whenever I can. For years a have taken part in Charity work - everything from helping the homeless to help build water sanitation in Cambodia. Does this sound like the profile of the Anit-Christ. I understand the 'author' of this peice is merely exploring a theory, but surely his time could be better spent. This 'aricle' is complete and utter rubbish. "




Tait wrote on May 30, 2009 2:47 AM:

" "Where does Jesus mention homosexuality?"

The short answer is: he doesn't.

Unless you are from the fire and brimstone strict old testament group of Christians, this will be comprehensible

In the Bible, Jesus never mentions implicitly anything regarding homosexuality. He does refer to a catch-all in Mark 7:20-23 including "sexual immorality." Well that's a bit vague but if you are a revisionist I guess you could include homosexuality to further your own bigoted means. Keep in mind in the same verse Jesus also mentions the evils of arrogance and folly. "




Dagonweb wrote on May 30, 2009 2:00 AM:

" What is this curious "god" thing you people keep referring to? I have never met or seen anything like that anywhere.

Does it actually exist? Show me. Some words in a muddled book won't do. "




Elliot wrote on May 30, 2009 1:24 AM:

" What ever happened to:

- Judge not lest ye be judged

- Turn the other cheek

- Do unto others as you would have them do unto you?

You seem to be desperately searching scripture for tiny details to support your own prejudices. Was Jesus' message not one of love, tolerance and understanding for all? "




ProudChristian wrote on May 30, 2009 1:15 AM:

" I am a strong Christian who strives to follow the teachings of Christ in all things. I also have several close friends who are gay. I see no contradiction. As Christ associated with those shunned by the religious establishment of his day I too associate with those who are unjustly persecuted based upon a flawed biblical interpretation. WHAT WOULD JESUS DO??!! Think about it! "




anon wrote on May 30, 2009 12:51 AM:

" My comment is about English usage. In the first paragraph, the author claims that he does not set out "to bolster the political climate". This is not accurate. To bolster something means to support something, to prop it up. You can bolster a particular position, for instance (I think this is the idiom our author is actually searching for.) What might be a better fit would be to inflame the political climate. This example of sloppy English should be embarrassing to the editors of the Frontiersman. "




my cat is special wrote on May 30, 2009 12:47 AM:

" You know, I think I made a good choice when I decided to go after my doctorate in clinical psychology. Just a few more years, and I'll be able to provide high-quality mental health care to dear Pastor Ron and all of his friends. It doesn't matter how bad the economy gets, there will always be crazy people to keep me working, and for that, Ron, I thank you.
See you in the psych ward! "




Matthew wrote on May 30, 2009 12:43 AM:

" Judge not, that ye be not judged. For with what judgment ye judge, ye shall be judged: and with what measure ye mete, it shall be measured to you again. And why beholdest thou the mote that is in thy brother's eye, but considerest not the beam that is in thine own eye? Or how wilt thou say to thy brother, Let me pull out the mote out of thine eye; and, behold, a beam is in thine own eye? Thou hypocrite, first cast out the beam out of thine own eye; and then shalt thou see clearly. "




matt wrote on May 30, 2009 12:39 AM:

" That's some pretty creative scripture quotation there - isn't Daniel 11:37 talking about the king putting himself above the gods worshiped by his fathers, and by women?

"He will show no regard for the gods of his fathers or for the one desired by women, nor will he regard any god, but will exalt himself above them all."

Selectively quoting bits and pieces of bible passages is really not the best way to make a convincing argument. "




Dinsdale77 wrote on May 30, 2009 12:32 AM:

" One day you will meet God, and he will ask you to answer for all the bigotry you preached in his name. I'm ashamed to share the title of "Christian" with a man who would spread hate towards people who were born with a different orientation than himself. "




AgnosticAardvark wrote on May 30, 2009 12:30 AM:

" Whooaaa there Mr. Angry Pastorface. Don't be so hateful; it's not nice.

Also, do you even know what "verbiage" means, or do you just like to grab random words out of the thesaurus? "




Kennith wrote on May 30, 2009 12:20 AM:

" In this line of discourse one must avoid the logical fallacy of affirming the consequent. It is important to remember that even if the Antichrist will be a homosexual, that does not make someone the Antichrist just because they are a homosexual. "




Peter Voth wrote on May 30, 2009 12:12 AM:

" When I read articles like this, sometimes I think I must be from an alternate dimension. A dimension where reason, logic, and knowledge are valued. Then I was sucked into a wormhole and deposited on a world where people wallow in fear and ignorance. A world where people bash science using technology that is derived from science. A world where our political leaders invoke the name of a fictional deity in order to placate the silly superstitions of the foolish masses.

Yeah, so basically I respectfully disagree with Mr. Hamman's article. All of it. "




Laughing wrote on May 30, 2009 12:12 AM:

" I recently read that the world's supply of bandwidth is dwindling. It's a shame to think some of resource is navigating people here. What a waste of internet. "




Biblethumper wrote on May 30, 2009 12:07 AM:

" The author of this article is wrong. The Bible explicitly describes the sin of Sodom:

"Behold, this was the guilt of your sister Sodom: she and her daughters had arrogance, abundant food and careless ease, but she did not help the poor and needy." Ezekiel 16:49

Of course, that has nothing to do with sexual orientation, but so little in the Bible actually does. "




LittleTyke wrote on May 30, 2009 12:06 AM:

" In all reasonableness, if the Anti-Christ is supposed to be the antithetical opposite of Jesus, he would be hedonistic and hyper-sexual, and would engage in sexual activity regardless of gender, since Christ himself was celibate. "




chap wrote on May 30, 2009 12:00 AM:

" When will Wasila get past the Dark Ages? "




COMALite J wrote on May 29, 2009 11:54 PM:

" Guess what? There isn't even a "THE Antichrist" mentioned ANYWHERE in the Bible!

John is the ONLY Bible writer who uses the word "antichrist" in ANY form, and he does NOT use it ANYWHERE in Revelation! He only uses it in two of his three Epistles, NEVER referring to a SPECIFIC person. He says "MANY antichristS" (PLURAL!) and "the SPIRIT OF antichrist," but NEVER "THE Antichrist."

The evil ruler of Revelation is called "the BEAST"! If John had meant him to be THE Antichrist, he would've SAID/WRITTEN so. "




one of the wrote on May 29, 2009 11:49 PM:

" Sin = activities that lead to death or lead away from life "




J. C. wrote on May 29, 2009 11:48 PM:

" The 13th-century Jewish scholar Nachmanides wrote, “According to our sages, they were notorious for every evil, but their fate was sealed for their persistence in not supporting the poor and the needy.” His contemporary Rabbenu Yonah expresses the same view: “Scripture attributes their annihilation to their failure to practice tzedakah [charity or justice].” The Book of Wisdom makes reference to the story of Sodom, further emphasizing that their sin had been failing to practice hospitality. Sexual deviation may not have been the catalyst leading to their demise. "




Fake wrote on May 29, 2009 11:31 PM:

" I bet this is a fake to drum up web traffic. Some of this is so over the top it doesn't seem believable. Arguing that prostitution is natural! "




anchorage wrote on May 29, 2009 11:18 PM:

" wow, ever since this got dugg.....
Got to get out of Alaska... "




Robin wrote on May 29, 2009 11:13 PM:

" "But remember that sodomy is the one sin that God left heaven and came to earth to destroy"
What about that great flood that God rained down upon man, was that not God coming to earth to destroy man?
I guess the whole world at that time must have been sodomizing each other.
Maybe your the Antichrist since you seam to be so violent to your fellow man and committed to destroying them. "




Flamebait wrote on May 29, 2009 11:12 PM:

" The antichrist is that which distracts us from "the way and the path and the light."

In other words, the antichrist is modern society itself.

That is why in Revelation, the great beast is describes as having risen from a "sea of men."

Think about it. Somewhere deep down inside, you know it is true. Your job and your financial and legal obligations and your education and political affiliation and everything else have sucked the soul out of you. Humanity truly is fallen.

Your only real hope is to get to know Christ. "




Chris wrote on May 29, 2009 11:10 PM:

" There is not one intelligent idea in this article. The religious imagine the end as a horror which vindicates their ignorance. In reality, the real horror is that they exist. In the end, they will pass, they will all be gone with all of their errors and hatred of reason, and none will miss them. "




Nan wrote on May 29, 2009 10:36 PM:

" My view: Live and let live. Do these people( homosexuals) hurt you ? I think not. Do they threaten your sexuality ? The Bible was written by men hundreds of years after Christ's death. I am a US of A female raised as a Protestant but it ends there, To me it is about being kind to all people. As in, LEAVE EVERY BODY ALONE AND LIVE YOUR OWN LIFE - BUTT OUT !!! "




jt wrote on May 29, 2009 9:51 PM:

" I think the definition of sodomy -- and even the biblical origin of the word - has been intentionally misinterpreted from its inception. This story was more a reference to the often violent potential within a sexual act (i.e. rape, emasculation), but not the act of homosexuality, intercourse or MTM contact whatsoever. Religions chose to distort it in this fashion. The anti-sodomy laws needed to be struck down -- and the falsely-evolved definition of sodomy should have been challenged and corrected decades ago as well. Intercourse is intercourse, love is love, sodomy is/was rape (by origin of the word, anyway). "




Jay wrote on May 29, 2009 9:46 PM:

" Whta we have here is failure to comunicate!

From the flim Cool Hand Luke! "




JackCarr wrote on May 29, 2009 8:56 PM:

" Notice that God is no longer coming down from heaven to leave burning rubble when men lie down with men because I am pretty, pretty sure it's going on somewhere near you, and yet no fire from the heavens. So maybe God revised his stance on homosexuality; maybe he realized he was being irrationally unkind. Maybe the author should follow his lead, and be kind and loving which Christ asked for above all else. Kindness. "




esteem wrote on May 29, 2009 8:43 PM:

" This man is a lunatic in every sense of the word. Not only is he a bad theologian, a horrendous historian but exhibits some of the most pathetic logic I've seen in a long time. I sure am glad I quite the Baptists a long time ago. "




valleygirl wrote on May 29, 2009 7:59 PM:

" Thank you for a good article. Anytime someone differs from the liberal oppressors agenda to defeat free speech and religion it's called hate. They spew more hatred than any group in the country. The rabid Christophobes are out in force. "




Andrew wrote on May 29, 2009 7:33 PM:

" Yes, homosexuality is a sin, just like cancer. Mr. Hamman is not only a bigot but a feeble minded putz. The bible is worthless (especially the old testament). My favorite story is Noah's Ark. If you think being gay is a sin, then being so gullible to believe in that crap most certainly is too. "




Cam wrote on May 29, 2009 7:01 PM:

" And at what other time have we seen such perversion come out of the closets onto our streets, threatening violence if we do not accept their ways?

Seriously, you've seen gay gangs? Methinks acts of violence by homosexuals would probably get a lot of coverage in the U.S. I've only ever heard of violence being propagated the other direction. "




MAXKATT from NY wrote on May 29, 2009 6:51 PM:

" JP...LOL...Thank you for the technical definition of sodomy. You never cease to amaze me. "




Robert wrote on May 29, 2009 6:49 PM:

" I am a Baptist Christian who just wants to apologize to anyone reading this who gets the idea that this is what scripture actually indicates. This is naked and very gross politics, in religious disguise. I am sad that the message of my savior is regularly profaned by being pulled into hate-filled politics.

Additionally, it concerns me that the author of this is a pastor, given the several very basic errors/misunderstandings of scripture included in this article. "




Christian wrote on May 29, 2009 6:47 PM:

" Dezman: I am a Christian and Ron Harmon does not speak for me. I am offended by his article. It makes sane and sensible Christians look stupid. It is nothing more than unholy speculation. Most of us Christians don't even believe in the Rapture and to speculate, as he did, was probably a way to get more notoriety. I hope his members find a different church where sane and sensible Christianity is preached and lived. "




timberwraith wrote on May 29, 2009 6:39 PM:

" So, do you have a list of people that you like to demonize through religious bigotry, or do you just have a thing for gay folk?

Why do I have the feeling that Jesus would be ashamed of the vile words you are printing in this newspaper in his name? "




Terra Incognita wrote on May 29, 2009 6:03 PM:

" Judging by the reverend's closing salvo -- "But remember that sodomy is the one sin that God left heaven and came to earth to destroy" -- it's pretty clear the guy doesn't have the slightest idea what the Old Testament parable of Sodom and Gomorrah is actually about. Although he tags this last little bit of Biblical prooftext onto his diatribe as a kind of ad hoc justification for the thesis of his article, the reverend would do well to read the rabbinical writings on the sucject of Sodom and Gomorrah, given the fact that it's a Jewish parable. "




Meitoikos wrote on May 29, 2009 5:22 PM:

" Let's discuss Republican values and those of Jesus. Jesus was anti-torture, Republicans are pro-torture. The Prince of Peace was anti-war and Republicans love war and especially profiteering. Jesus was pro-poor and Republicans are anti-poor. Jesus believed in the truth. The Republican Bush administration loved to lie. Jesus was against the death penalty, Republicans are pro death penalty. Jesus never mentioned homosexuality or abortion, Republicans care about stuff Jesus did not, and nothing that Jesus did care about. So if the anti-Christ were an American, he would be a Republican. "




Karl wrote on May 29, 2009 4:45 PM:

" If God hates his creation then who is really evil? "




evodevo wrote on May 29, 2009 3:10 PM:

" Nothing but cherry-picking. What a tissue of lies. "




dezman wrote on May 29, 2009 3:00 PM:

" Guys and girls, calm down! This is a speculative article in the newspaper (in the faith section by the way) that is mostly read by church-going people. The only reason any of you read it was because it sounded like something you could reasonably (in your own minds) get offended at. It is simply a helper to Christians in perhaps identifying the Antichrist, that is all. We are Alaskans; he was saying something to his readers and Christians; we can let him talk with free speech. He was most likely answering a question about homosexuality; its just a speculation. "




Richard wrote on May 29, 2009 2:55 PM:

" "God, save me from your followers!" "




lee wrote on May 29, 2009 2:55 PM:

" yes Brad they are trying to force, there trying to Force exceptance of a disease..is that to hard to understand, maybe its you trying to force something in someones throat hence forth being why you are so quick to pounce upon my opinion,,,that's what we are here for is it not "opinions"? or do you believe you and you alone should only have a opinion youre way? "




Las Vegas wrote on May 29, 2009 2:41 PM:

" I have visited all but 2 states, including Alaska. From what I've learned of your state since Palin emerged... I think I can do without ever visiting such a hopelessly backward and confused place.

It looks like Alaskans are ever-careful to protect and preserve their ignorance. "Look at me! I know absolutely nothing except I know what I absolutely believe!"

I'm sure Alaska is very beautiful. But I find Alaskans unbearably depressing. "




M wrote on May 29, 2009 2:25 PM:

" " 'Now this was the sin of your sister Sodom: She and her daughters were arrogant, overfed and unconcerned; they did not help the poor and needy. They were haughty and did detestable things before me. Therefore I did away with them as you have seen."

Ezekiel seems to think Sodom should have shown more empathy and spread the wealth around. "




Crowbar wrote on May 29, 2009 2:23 PM:

" You didn't capitalize the pronouns that refer to God, i.e. "He Himself hates the gays" or whatever. Is there any greater sin than not capitalizing the pronouns that refer to God? By not doing so, you undermine His importance! You are totally going to burn in the lake of fire for all eternity, dude! "




shaggy2time wrote on May 29, 2009 2:13 PM:

" Uhhhh, isn't sodomy still in the dictionary? Where did this guy get that the word homosexuality replaced the word sodomy? He asserts it himself, with no evidence to back up his claim because he believes that homosexuals are "sodomites". It therefore follows that the rest of the article is a moot point and just the blatherings of a lunatic. "




Interesting wrote on May 29, 2009 1:43 PM:

" Here's quote for you, Rev.

"The devil can cite Scripture for his purpose. An evil soul producing holy witness Is like a villain with a smiling cheek."

Sounds like you've proved that one well enough. Why do you foster such hatred? Have you ever read the bible? Jesus was all about forgiveness and love. When did you lose sight of that? "




Joseph Kelly wrote on May 29, 2009 1:39 PM:

" You just sit in your chair on your fat butt all day thinking up ways to justify your hatreds and fears. There's no such thing as an anti-christ just like there's no such thing as Luke Skywalker and Darth Vader. Stop wasting your life being afraid. Go do something useful before you die. "




kelly wrote on May 29, 2009 1:38 PM:

" lol! "




MarcH wrote on May 29, 2009 1:36 PM:

" Please keep these kinds of op-eds coming...the more you talk, the more you damage Republicans, Christians, and Sarah Palin.

Bless you! "




Just a Number wrote on May 29, 2009 1:32 PM:

" I don't have much to add, considering the prevailing sentiment of the first 500+ messages. I just came here to salute the trend and help to bring the number of replies closer to 666. "




Absolute Truth wrote on May 29, 2009 1:20 PM:

" This was HILARIOUS! Though it's not a surprise since this same minister said Israel and Jews are the enemy of the United States and Jews will bring down our country.

Funny how Palin's priest wasn't investigated just like OBama's priest was. "




Brian wrote on May 29, 2009 1:18 PM:

" lol "




Melany wrote on May 29, 2009 1:03 PM:

" Mr. Hamman,
Don't you have anything better to do than sit around meticulously and biasedly overanalyzing ancient text written in a different societal context that have been translated and interpreted and retranslated by man complete with his own biases attached? Does the church have no other priorities like poverty, homelessness, hunger, the elderly, the mentally ill, the disabled,the jobless, those whose faith needs bolstering? Quit trying to overcompensate for your own latent homosexuality and actually try to do the work, the charitable and good work of the Lord and leave the judgments, if any, to God. "




George O. wrote on May 29, 2009 12:46 PM:

" Honest to God, if you people actually spent a fraction of the time helping others as you do obsessing about homosexuals, the world would be a better place. Instead, you make it a more squalid, hateful place to exist!

Get out of people's bedrooms and get on with your own pathetic lives, for God's sake! "




Verity Manumit wrote on May 29, 2009 12:40 PM:

" What a nut. "




ruby-dawn wrote on May 29, 2009 12:30 PM:

" Is this article written from a metaphorical stance?... the devil is the embodiment of evil & therefore 'is he 'gay'? So the correlation is that if you are gay you are evil? Come on, if this is what is implied here that is an absurdity. The bible is a passive medium for control, the passages can never be accurately diciphered, because it is too convoluted. History dictates that Christians used it as a tool for destruction for non-Christians 'Thou Shalt Not Kill'? Certain scripture is also contradictory, eg: Exodus 20 & Deuteronomy 5 have more than 10 commandments. "




Jim wrote on May 29, 2009 12:19 PM:

" Exactly as Jesus foretold, the temple was indeed destroyed in AD 70.

The abomination of desolation was the forced emigration of the Jews and the installation of a statue of Jupiter in the ruins of the temple.

THE FREAKING ANTI-CHRIST HAS ALREADY COME AND GONE.

The freaking thousand-year reign of the church HAS ALREADY COME AND GONE PEOPLE. It started with Constantine in AD 325 and ended in the 1300s.

What is with you people like Pastor Hamman calling Jesus a liar?!? "




rage96 wrote on May 29, 2009 12:16 PM:

" Oh, grow up!

I think the sexuality of the beast is the very least of humanity's worries. We're circling the 29th ring of godless perdition in a poorly self-woven hand basket. And, we're busy wondering if the beast is going to be going up the hershey highway of the false prophet. Shouldn't we focus a little more on avoiding the brimstone and flames that only grow more fierce the closer we get? "




Jim wrote on May 29, 2009 12:12 PM:

" How can a Bible-believing Christian be looking for the Antichrist?!? Jesus said very plainly that all these things would happen during the lifetime of the generation who were living when he spoke, around AD 30.

Hamman you apparently believe what Jesus said. Why are you calling Jesus a liar?!? "




Pete wrote on May 29, 2009 11:56 AM:

" God also came down, in the person of Jesus Christ, to chase the money lenders out of the temple for the sin of greed.

So, you're wrong in a way that even a person with only passing knowledge of the Bible can easily see.

Unless you don't think that Jesus is god, that is. I'm sort of guessing you do.

You are a bigot and a pharisee. Please go, and sin no more. "




Brad wrote on May 29, 2009 11:53 AM:

" lee wrote on May 29, 2009 7:59 AM:
" homosexuality is a disease and nothing else, its a personal choice created in ones mind due to there experiences or traumatic events in there life."
-----
Which is it Lee? Is homosexuality a "disease and nothing else?" Or is it something else "created in one's mind?"

Can't have it both ways.

And no one is trying to force anything down your throat (or is that just wishful thinking on your part?) Unless someone is forcing you to be gay then it's none of your business. "




Rev. Tim B. wrote on May 29, 2009 11:43 AM:

" Paul also says that marriage between one man and one woman is the enshrinement of foul desire and to be avoided. Another problem? "Marriage" was defined by King David as an arrangement between one man and MANY women. The notion of one man and one woman is a fairly modern idea. Marriage has been changed over and over again since the Bible was written. We just choose not to acknowledge it. But, I suspect, the actual Word of God won't matter much to the hardened ideology of your thought. "




moJoe wrote on May 29, 2009 11:34 AM:

" There is no God.

That is all. "




Nero wrote on May 29, 2009 11:34 AM:

" We need to stop at 666 comments. "




theblackfish wrote on May 29, 2009 11:33 AM:

" The Sodomites were not "gay". They were a bunch of thugs who tried to gang rape God's angels. Much more akin to American prison inmates than Elton John.
Seems to me that many Evangelicals are now worshiping bits of the Bible as a false god. Instead of striving to be like Jesus, they cherry pick lines of text that
back up what they want to believe. And then worship these select passages as the unerring word of God. Then act like they are the holiest people around. Golden Calf indeed. "




Becky wrote on May 29, 2009 11:30 AM:

" Jesus had no desire for women, either. I guess your assumption, then, would be that Jesus was also gay.

And if "the worst sin against God is to reject how he made you," and gay people were born gay, not made gay by choice or influence, then for a homosexual person to reject his homosexuality, he would be offending God.

How's the weather in Wasilla, pastor? "




Alaska1970 wrote on May 29, 2009 11:22 AM:

" Ah, wouldn't the world be a better place without extremists on both ends of the spectrum? The fact that I'm told by fanatical Rightists that the fanatical Leftists are ruining America doesn't bring much comfort. I am in danger of having my rights taken away from these fanatical Rightists just as much as I am from the other guys.

Seriously, if we're going to discuss the anti-Christ shouldn't we be worrying about the state of the world and our affairs over the fact that he *may* be gay? "




Tum Tum wrote on May 29, 2009 10:54 AM:

" Why are we so worried about the Anti-Christ even though there isn't the slightest shred of evidence for the existence of God? "




jp wrote on May 29, 2009 9:55 AM:

" Actually, Mr. Hamman's treating sodomy and homosexualty interchangibly is historic revision. The term sodomy covered a very broad range of sexual activity, even acts performed between a husband and wife. Even masturbation and vaginal intercouse not done in the one acceptable postion was considered sodomy and a crime against nature. "




dg wrote on May 29, 2009 9:49 AM:

" These are the same bigots that previously used the Bible to justify enslaving the Blacks (i.e., inferior race) and keeping Whites from marrying Blacks (i.e, mixing of the races). And of course, they conveniently overlook that Leviticus also says you cannot eat shrimp cocktail, plow the fields for seven years consecutively or wear cotton pants with a rayon shirt --- but nobody's going around persecuting such "sinners". As I recall, our Lord Jesus never even brought up the subject of gays, so clearly he was cool with it -- he made me this way and the Lord doesn'tmakemistakes. "




Rock of Aegis wrote on May 29, 2009 9:45 AM:

" The ads by Google change for this article. I just saw one offering a test to find out if your husband is gay. I'm forwarding it to Mrs. Rev. Hamman. "




Chris in the UK wrote on May 29, 2009 9:36 AM:

" Thanks for the laughs, Rev.

I for one will be happy if the antichrist/devil/whatever is gay. H.ll will be far better decorated then heaven... and according to anything even vaguely resembling christianity I'm headed there asap.

It almost makes me miss the coverage that Palin had.

Almost. "




Huh wrote on May 29, 2009 9:23 AM:

" The Anti-Christ will almost certainly be a Baptist Republican Rush Limbaugh listening, Sean Hannity watching closeted sexual deviant/ druggie. "




Joann Prinzivalli wrote on May 29, 2009 9:17 AM:

" Pastor Ron Hamman should know that there is a story about his namesake, Haman, from the Bible's Book of Esther.

Haman hated Mordechai and the Jews and wanted to do them harm, while his modern namesake wishes to harm LGBT people.

We see Haman's fate in Esther 7:10, which goes like this:

"So they hanged Hamman on the gallows he had prepared for Mordecai. Then the king's fury subsided."

I would pray that Pastor Hammon see the error of his ways and repent - or he will be numbered among the goats (Matthew 25). "




Stratonike wrote on May 29, 2009 9:14 AM:

" This guy isn't interested in what Jesus had to say. Stupid Jesus! What does he know?

He'd be so proud of this piece. "




pete wrote on May 29, 2009 9:04 AM:

" When I came to the Mat valley 30 years ago I was impressed not only with the beauty of the place but the tolerant attitudes of the inhabitants. The frontier spirit of "you live your life- I will live mine was the norm".
Now 30 years latter I am reading about the Antichrist being a gay - this is good stuff -and how tolerant!
Maybe as readers we can look forward to some hate mail condeming Jews, Natives, -Blacks Asian's or maybe even the disabled. "




Bob Felton wrote on May 29, 2009 8:48 AM:

" The history of the word 'homosexual' is available from the Oxford English Dictionary; I have reproduced it here: bobfelton.com/?p=4117.

Bob Felton "




kladinvt wrote on May 29, 2009 8:34 AM:

" According to the New Testament that I'm familiar with, Jesus admonishes his followers to "Judge not, lest ye be judged".
Does this so-called minister feel himself above Christ??? "




Crazy opinion piece wrote on May 29, 2009 8:21 AM:

" I'm not gay BUT there is no way I would want to be christian, if this opinion piece is how their leaders think.
Christians are all about hate and bigotry. "




math0ne wrote on May 29, 2009 8:10 AM:

" Did you know there direct scientifically collected statistical evidence that outspoken critics of homosexuality are actually much more attracted to the same sex than a random poll? "




lee wrote on May 29, 2009 7:59 AM:

" homosexuality is a disease and nothing else, its a personal choice created in ones mind due to there experiences or traumatic events in there life..so many people preach there right to self expression, but shun on others when there expressions contradict there own, but when it comes to homosexuality they want all to except it and force it down are throats, I dont think so, there is nothing natural about it, nor does it create anything that contributes to society.. "




goat wrote on May 29, 2009 7:57 AM:

" Did not that Jesus guy say judge not least ye be judged? "




Thomas Theobald wrote on May 29, 2009 7:55 AM:

" If you actually read the text of the bible, you dumb imbecile, you'll see that it is CLEARLY talking about Rush Limbaugh.

Pfft. Call yourself a Christian. What a dummy you are.

T "




Thomas J. Theobald wrote on May 29, 2009 7:49 AM:

" Sounds an awful lot like Rush Limbaugh, actually. Maybe Newt G.

T "




Joan wrote on May 29, 2009 7:48 AM:

" Me thinks thou does protest too much~

ho⋅mo⋅pho⋅bi⋅a  [hoh-muh-foh-bee-uh] Show IPA
–noun
unreasoning fear of or antipathy toward homosexuals and homosexuality.
Origin:
1955–60; homo(sexual) + -phobia "




MAXKATT from NY wrote on May 29, 2009 7:47 AM:

" For regular posters...do we have a winner here? Has this passed the "students kill moose" story in terms of most posted? What a lighting rod. "




Tim wrote on May 29, 2009 7:46 AM:

" OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOH!

Be vewy, vewy, afwaid!

BWAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHH! "




LoveTheArticle wrote on May 29, 2009 7:31 AM:

" I love the contextual ad placement (at least when I'm reading the article). The ad is for connexion, "The gay-friendly place to socialize.." and it says "Meet Chris, Danny, Drew and more guys in your city!"

Perfect. "




Patrick ONeill wrote on May 29, 2009 7:27 AM:

" is this from Landover Baptist ?

Hilarious. "




Courlan wrote on May 29, 2009 7:26 AM:

" Are Unicorns able to Fly? Seems to be as valid a question as Will the Antichrist be gay. Sigh the level of stupidity shown in this question is hard to fathom "




Dana Curtis Kincaid wrote on May 29, 2009 7:21 AM:

" "But remember that sodomy is the one sin that God left heaven and came to earth to destroy. "

Ah... But supposedly the entire planet was drowned for... What? We also, here, aren't counting on the asteroid that killed the dinosaurs, the mega-volcanoes in Siberia that wiped out so much life, etc etc etc.

Your stone and bronze age religion had better adopt, Mr. Baptist Witch-Finder Generals, 'cause it seems less and less intelligent and rational every day. "




Konrad wrote on May 29, 2009 7:18 AM:

" I am a proud Orthodox Christian who knows his theology pretty well. The repeated implication is that homosexuality is the worst sin there is: 'will the anti-christ will be gay, first in the lake of fire, the only sin God Himself came to verify and punish', etc. But return to the original source materials of Christianity -- the Creed, Our Father, sacraments, Ten Commandments -- and you will not find disapproval of homosexuality at the center of any of them. This pastor's screed turns away from a faith of love to one of sitting in judgment. Shame. "




Joe wrote on May 29, 2009 7:17 AM:

" Who is this "God" that this guy keeps talking about. Whoever he is, he sounds like a real jerk. "




Tootie wrote on May 29, 2009 7:06 AM:

" It's more likely that the Anti-Christ will be an evangelical preacher. They are far more likely to sneak in under the radar claiming to speak for God.

"These people honor me with their lips, but their hearts are far from me. They worship me in vain, teaching as doctrines the commandments of men." "




Betty wrote on May 29, 2009 6:58 AM:

" Send this to the ONION. It could easily pass as satire. Praise the Lord! "




Looks like wrote on May 29, 2009 6:55 AM:

" All the gays got together in mass to write and force some agenda of theirs on others. More like a bash session than an exercise of free speech. Next we'll have peds and other weird groups out forcing their ways through the blogs. Amazing what happens when you push a button. Too bad not enough speak about the wrongs that thrive in these ways. I guess because most allready know. "




Adam wrote on May 29, 2009 6:45 AM:

" And all this time I thought Barack Obama was the anti-Christ. Just shows what a fool I've been. Thank you, Reverend. "




ChristianPastor wrote on May 29, 2009 6:40 AM:

" Please quote the verse in context. Dan. 11:37 "Neither shall he regard the gods of his fathers, nor the desire of women, nor regard any god: for he shall magnify himself above all."

The passage is referring to the haughtiness of the coming king who exalts himself over all the gods, including the one revered by women, likely Tammuz, the Babylonian fertility god (Ezek 8:14).

This "article" is an irresponsible use of the Scriptures and an embarrassment to Christianity. "




Kyndra wrote on May 29, 2009 6:32 AM:

" The Devil IS gay! I know cuz I saw it on South Park... so there... "




Caroline wrote on May 29, 2009 6:29 AM:

" "Yeah, yeah. Gay people have the same right to marry somebody of the opposite gender as anybody else. Except, I don't expect you'd want your child or sibling to marry one one of those, now would you? "

I would be absolutely fine with that -- you know why? Because I'm not a hateful bigot and I want the people I love to be happy. Why would I stand against my child or sibling marrying the one he or she wants to spend the rest of his/her life with? "




FedUp wrote on May 29, 2009 6:24 AM:

" Religious extremism has become America's biggest problem now and it's a serious threat to our nation's future. The so-called "Christians" of today are nothing more than frauds who use carefully selected bible passages to spew their own hatred and ignorance. They've twisted the Christian faith into something vile and disgusting and prey on anyone gullible enough to believe their insanity. A huge backlash is brewing against the church and it's long overdue. "




BingoBango wrote on May 29, 2009 6:23 AM:

" Please stop the bigotry. "




Jean wrote on May 29, 2009 6:19 AM:

" My son is gay and is the best son a mother could want. He is caring and loving, active in the community and and I would find this article laughable if it were not so insanely scary. Dear God, save us from your followers! "




Awed wrote on May 29, 2009 6:17 AM:

" I am sorry to read all this..I belive in GOD..I know he exist...I cannot and will not judge.....I have gay friends and I am a christian...But if you truly read the word you would know that we cannot judge eachother.....and even if we feel it is a sin we do not condem....All we are doing is further pushing away great individuals who have feelings just as we...I am sorry if anyone was offended...God Bless You.. "




Tina c. wrote on May 29, 2009 6:10 AM:

" I think it's ridiculous to assume that ANYBODY can properly translate the Bible without adding their own bias thoughts to that translation. So. yeah. This is the MAN'S idea of what GOD is saying. How much more error do we need.

The Bible also says to love, to befriend and to cherish others - even those who are different. "




blaze wrote on May 29, 2009 6:10 AM:

" The Bible also says that Angels desired human women so they descended to Earth to couple with them. They produced a race of giants called Nephelim.
"Neither shall he [Antichrist] regard... the desire of women....". You claim that it means Antichrist is homosexual. Perhaps it means that Antichrist is celebate.
The Bible specifically calles homosexuality "an abomination" which means "disgusting". The Bible says that usury (lending money at interest) is a mortal sin (much worse than abomination). In our current economic condition, don't you think Christians should come out against usury? "




Connie Dobbs wrote on May 29, 2009 5:57 AM:

" The antichrist will be heterosexual because jesus was gay. Like Really Really gay. Flaming like the flaming queer eye gay. Liberace, even. So gay. "




Agent 13013 wrote on May 29, 2009 5:53 AM:

" Let's not forget what happened to Lot when they escaped from Sodom.

He hid with his daughters in a cave, fearful of the people of the nearby city of Zoar and unwilling to let his daughters marry any of the men there. So the daughters, wanting their bloodline to continue--and perhaps resentful to Lot for offering them to a mob--conspired to get their father drunk, so they could have sex with him and become pregnant.

Their plan was successful, and they each had a son: the older daughter's son was named Moab, the younger one's son named Benammi. "




RJP3 wrote on May 29, 2009 5:51 AM:

" the sin of Sodom was the sin of inhospitality and RAPE (M/F or M/M).... same sex RAPE was and is a common form of ritual abuse-- as we know it happened in Iraq when our troops raped both men and women in prison.

get your facts straight before spreading more hatred in the world. my grandmother was a Baptist and would be appalled how twisted her religion has reverted back to in the last 10 years since she died.... God is the judge.

Not everyone has to follow the biblical laws - it is a FREE COUNTRY STILL. "




TACFIRE wrote on May 29, 2009 5:49 AM:

" And one more thing: Sodomy is the only sin for which God came down from heaven to destroy.

Uhhhh...didn't G-d so love the world he DROWNED everybody/everything in the whole world? Except Noah's bunch?
Sin was categorized as "wickedness."

Certainly beats blasting Sodom and Gomorrah to bits. "




RJP3 wrote on May 29, 2009 5:44 AM:

" if there is a place to burn in the afterlife - this author is speeding their soul there by spreading this biblical hate "




Agent 13013 wrote on May 29, 2009 5:40 AM:

" In the book of Judges, we see a similar account to the Sodom story, where a Levite and his concubine-wife lodged in the city of Gibeah. An all-male mob came to the house, wanting to have their way with the Levite man. The host offered his virgin daughter and the Levite's concubine instead. The mob rejected his offer, but eventually were given the concubine, who they spent all night raping to death.

So the men of Gibeah were clearly inclined to the same sexual practices as the Sodomites, yet their city wasn't destroyed by Jehovah. Not directly, anyway. "




Royce Bonneville wrote on May 29, 2009 5:33 AM:

" I like your Christ, I do not like your Christians. Your Christians are so unlike your Christ.
-- Mahatma Gandhi "




Agent 13013 wrote on May 29, 2009 5:31 AM:

" Jude 6-7: "And the angels which kept not their first estate, but left their own habitation, he hath reserved in everlasting chains under darkness unto the judgement of the great day. Even as Sodom and Gomorrah, and the cities about them in like manner, giving themselves over to fornication and going after strange flesh, are set forth for an example, suffering the vengance of eternal fire."

Some biblical interpreters have said that Sodom's REAL sin was simple inhospitality, and the cities were punished for their general practices rather than specific sexual ones. The preceding verses somewhat support this claim. "




Texas wrote on May 29, 2009 5:22 AM:

" Dear Alaska,

Thanks for showing the country that not all the stupid, inbred, arrogantly ignorant yahoos are down here.

Sincerely,

Texas "




Q.E.D wrote on May 29, 2009 5:15 AM:

" Pastor,

Please find below a short list of issues for you to worry about that are all much, much more important that homosexuality.
War
Poverty
Disease
Hunger
Child abuse
People trafficking
Environmental Destruction
You could spend a productive lifetime working to prevent any of the above scourges, but no, you're fixated on homosexuality. Really? You think your god wants you to focus on outing gays as the antichrist instead of doing something about famine, disease, war, cruelty etc (see list above)
Q.E.D "




petey wrote on May 29, 2009 5:09 AM:

" it's very encouraging to me as an american to see so many postings ripping this entire line of thought. either in jesus we have a new dispensation, or we do not. if we do, then why is anyone even asking this question? "




what wrote on May 29, 2009 4:53 AM:

" Christ told people directly that they would see him return. So either Jesus was a liar or he already returned. His plan as stated by him was a couple years not a couple millennia. Your rapture came and went according to your bronze aged book of myths.

Now leave the homosexuals alone you bigot. You can't catch the gay unless you want to "




Root wrote on May 29, 2009 4:49 AM:

" I didn't have a choice about being heterosexual. It was natural to me.

Therefore, I have to wonder if anyone who thinks homosexuality is a choice is naturally inclined to be heterosexual. Are they confused about their own sexuality?

BTW I drive a car: "And the Lord was with Judah; and he drave out the inhabitants of the mountain; but could not drive out the inhabitants of the valley, because they had chariots of iron."

—Judges 1:19 "




smee wrote on May 29, 2009 4:44 AM:

" Greetings from Austria, you fanatically religious nutcases :) Please, give reason a chance :) "




Rick wrote on May 29, 2009 4:33 AM:

" Do not drink the water! Wasiila really knows how to turn out the bigots and hypocrits. "




Dave wrote on May 29, 2009 4:27 AM:

" I didn't even read the article. I'm too busy laughing my head off at the title of the article.

Hamman, I don't even know where to start criticizing you. The title of your article does such a good job of it without me even having to say anything. "




James wrote on May 29, 2009 4:10 AM:

" When you start with the belief that the god of the bible exist and that every word was written (inspired) by her...well it's all downhill from there. "




bullmurph wrote on May 29, 2009 4:05 AM:

" The sooner you come out of the closet, the happier you will be. "




Joe wrote on May 29, 2009 4:00 AM:

" I can't wait for the war to come between nutjob evangelicals of the type who reside in Palinland and the rest of us. I have a shotgun that's going to be put to good use. "




anom wrote on May 29, 2009 3:40 AM:

" Don't you psychos usually capitalise his (His) with reference to gods?

PS, total nonsense. "




steve wrote on May 29, 2009 3:19 AM:

" My giant invisible friend
My giant invisible friend
He hates everything gay
He will make them go away
My giant invisible friend "




robf wrote on May 29, 2009 2:58 AM:

" Okay, first of all pastor, those guys at lots house, they wanted to rape an angel, this is what enraged god. Get your stories right and stop being such a hate monger, that is NOT the christian way. You people are an affront to god himself, not followers. "




Chuck wrote on May 29, 2009 2:20 AM:

" I don't know abut the lake of fire, but you should definitely be concerned about the lake of stupidity. "




God wrote on May 29, 2009 2:19 AM:

" Hi everybody

Just wanted to let you know, I don't hate homosexuals. I don't hate anyone. I can't.... well I could... I am God after all... I can do anything... but hate is not something I tend to go for.

I have equipped you with everything you need to enjoy heaven on earth but you insist on offering resistance to it. Love is the key. Love, love, love... love is all you need. My son, John Lennon was preaching my word on this topic back in the day.

Peace,
God "




johnny wrote on May 29, 2009 2:10 AM:

" Heck - a guy is better than a moose. "




Dann Conn wrote on May 29, 2009 1:31 AM:

" The irony is: If this pastor were born to the same parents in the same part of the US, but was kidnapped at the age of 3 years taken to, say, Iran and raised there by a very devout Muslim family, he would be a whack-job islamist and he'd be praying to Allah and reading the Koran. The IQ of these people too small to understand that they have overzealous personalities. They're inclined to believe superstitious irrationalities like the Bible and the Koran due to their lack of intellectual capacity. Is there anything more pathetic? "




ennymoose wrote on May 29, 2009 1:24 AM:

" Didnt Lot's daughters get him drunk and date rape him? "




PookieCat wrote on May 29, 2009 1:18 AM:

" Yeah too bad God didn't focus more attention on destroying avarice, greed, and stupidity - could have saved this world a heckuva lot of trouble - but then again, we would never have had the PTL Club, Jimmy Swaggert, or Sarah Palin to remind us that in creating the world in 7 Biblical Days, God might have overlooked some oops! moments. . . "




Akonitum wrote on May 29, 2009 12:01 AM:

" This is the level of ignorance, incompetence, and hate I have come to expect from Christians. If there are more thoughtful, competent, and loving Christians, Christians with intellectual integrity, as a group they have allowed themselves to be eclipsed by fundamentalists like Hammon. Shame. "




Tiberius II wrote on May 28, 2009 11:32 PM:

" I've been coming back to this all day for a laugh and read everyone's comment. Thank you all for making crack up and giggle.

Oh, did you notice the "paper" published the good man's telephone #?

Ron Hamman is pastor for Independent Baptist Church of Wasilla. Contact him at 357-4229.

I'm going to call him and thank him especially! "




stella wrote on May 28, 2009 11:06 PM:

" Rico said: " I was born a hermaphrodite. Should I reject how God made me? "

Bilble doesn't disclose what you should do. I'm so sorry about that.

It doesn't really explain how one becomes homosexual and what the cure should be?

Apparently being a christian married with children doesn't help you if you have the dreaded curse. (See Ted Haggard) "




Proud Gay Democrat wrote on May 28, 2009 10:52 PM:

" This is Bushes fault. Obama has nothing to do with the antiChrist. Oh please accept me. Please. "




Galaxy 4 DC United 0 wrote on May 28, 2009 10:36 PM:

" Will the Antichrist jog or power-walk?
Will the Antichrist wear Chino Pants?
Will the Antichrist drive a Ford?
Will the Antichrist ride a tall bike?
Will the Antichrist hunt dove or whitetail?
Will the Antichrist have a Twitter account?
Will the Antichrist listen to Trance Music?
Will the Antichrist play a Wii or an XBox?
Will the Antichrist be really into Gundam?
Will the Antichrist eat Chicken Salad for lunch?
Will the Antichrist be a Baltimore Orioles fan?

As you can see I wait for more of Mr. Hamman's weapons-grade stupidity with baited breath! "




el polacko wrote on May 28, 2009 10:32 PM:

" good grief ! when did the main tenet.. no, make that the ONLY tenet of 'christianity' become an irrational hatred of gay people ?? the level of ignorance expressed in this article is mind-boggling. i trust that the good reverend does not shave nor cut his hair since it is expressly forbidden to do so in the bible, or does he have some wild interpretation that exempts him from that command ? the views he expresses here are exactly why laws are needed to protect the rights of gay citizens. "




KGB wrote on May 28, 2009 10:24 PM:

" So God destroyed Sodom because of gay sex? Was there nowhere else on the planet where this was happening? Is murder, rape and incest OK with the big guy? Is God vengeful or peaceful? Are not all men created in the image of God? Would God rock a pair of assless chaps? Just curious. "




Ron Gilbert wrote on May 28, 2009 10:20 PM:

" I doubt that you really meant to accuse the Bible of containing "verbiage." Look it up in a dictionary. I think the word you are looking for is "words."

Also, "predominate" is a verb. The adjective you wanted to use is "predominant."

HTH "




Ron Gilbert wrote on May 28, 2009 10:16 PM:

" For English word origins the source to rely on is the Oxford English Dictionary. The first documented use of the word "homosexual" was in 1897 by Havelock Ellis.

New words are created all the time in English. You can't assume that they all are acts of "historical revisionism." "




Pastafarian wrote on May 28, 2009 9:56 PM:

" Of all the things you Christians could freak out about, it had to be butt sex. Good Job. Forget everything else that is more harmful to humanity, which I don't believe I even need to name. I used to believe in God but I realized how sad Organized religion really is. This article only helps prove it further. And besides any Anti-Christ would know that being straight (or chaste even, if you want to stick more closely to the article's mention of not being interested in women) would appeal to the masses more. He's supposed to be charismatic, right? "




2na wrote on May 28, 2009 9:25 PM:

" Just because you can use the thesaurus on Word, doesn't mean you should use it on every word.

Try sticking to the ones you know.

You also shouldn't write about things you don't understand.

It makes you look dumb. "




Chuck C. wrote on May 28, 2009 9:22 PM:

" Christians are such tiresome people. I don't care what you believe. I can even barely tolerate it when you drive your own gay children to despair and suicide. Just leave the law alone and let everybody have equal rights.

Yeah, yeah. Gay people have the same right to marry somebody of the opposite gender as anybody else. Except, I don't expect you'd want your child or sibling to marry one one of those, now would you? "




Jesus Christ wrote on May 28, 2009 9:08 PM:

" At some point you Christians have to stop predicting the anti-Christ. You've been wrong so many times you make Dan Marino look like Jimmy the Greek. "




Mikey wrote on May 28, 2009 8:52 PM:

" Ron Hamman is a nut-job. I expect that any god would be a lot more concerned with the evil of bigotry that innocent people of the same sex who happen to be in love. "




WTF wrote on May 28, 2009 8:49 PM:

" The bible also says stone your children for disobeying. Where is your article for that? "




Jonathan wrote on May 28, 2009 8:37 PM:

" Wow, if that's what God is worried about, I want no part of religion. But as little as I know God, I hope he finds greater wickedness in the world than buttsex. I see no greater motivation to legalize gay marriage than to make this dude miserable. It's guys like this that make me question compassionate humanity. At least if you're fighting a true religious war, you're doing so because you feel threatened someone might take away your land or freedom, but how in 2009 does anyone devote this much energy and passion to pure bigotry? "




Christian wrote on May 28, 2009 8:35 PM:

" I disagree with the interpretations that this Baptist pastor has placed on scripture. He has taken passages out of context and placed meanings that simply were not there in the original languages. God didn't come down to Sodom - He sent angelic visitors. All sins are equal in God's eyes and separate one from Him.
As to the word sodomy being replaced by homosexuality the older term references a specific sex act, while the newer term refers to the whole spectrum of same sex attraction.
Very poorly written, researched and conceived. "




OutPhase wrote on May 28, 2009 8:32 PM:

" Even a child with Down's Syndrome knows that Sodom wasn't punished for gay sex. "




Buffy wrote on May 28, 2009 8:31 PM:

" Biblically, historically and etymologically ignorant as well as hideously bigoted. Is that a trademark of Wasilla or just Independent Fundamentalist Baptists? Perhaps both? "




Andrew wrote on May 28, 2009 8:26 PM:

" Holy crap!

When did Wasilla get the movable type printing press?! "




a non fundamentalist catholic wrote on May 28, 2009 8:24 PM:

" oy, vey. all this selective use of scripture to convince others of one's own prejudices. one could just as easily use the much kinder story of David and Jonathan to make the opposite point.
what this guy is doing is using scripture to support his personal agenda. that's abuse of scripture. and it's really pretty unchristian. "




hometownblues wrote on May 28, 2009 8:23 PM:

" Wow, this article pretty much sums up why I left Wasilla almost 9 years ago. Why did The Frontiersman agree to publish the words of this bigot? I'm sure there are various KKK publications willing to scoop up this little gem. "




JShaw wrote on May 28, 2009 8:19 PM:

" HAHAHA. Political_agenda_aside, this_is_a_piece_of_trash. Even_if_was_well_researched_and_factually_accurate, I_still_would_be_shocked_it_got_published. It_reads_like_a_high-school_student_went_to_town_with_a_thesaurus_yet_had_no_idea_how_to_assemble_the_actual_words. Also, "verbiage?" Really? "




JR wrote on May 28, 2009 8:05 PM:

" The real question is: Does Wasilla need more funding for mental health services? If so, where do I donate? "




Kane wrote on May 28, 2009 8:03 PM:

" No one cares if you're gay. No one cares if the anti-christ is going to be gay. Get over your cheap self. "




Tucker Hope wrote on May 28, 2009 8:02 PM:

" Oh my God! This writer is hilarious! Where can I find his other comedy works? "




Mark J wrote on May 28, 2009 8:00 PM:

" So, if some racist Wasilla pastor pens a column warning that the anti-Christ will be a black man, will the Frontiersman run that too? This Pastor is a low-life bigot and a biblical illiterate. Why would you provide space for him to spread his vile hate? "




Daniel Wright wrote on May 28, 2009 7:56 PM:

" Is this a real newspaper? You're kidding right? Seriously? No. It can't be.
I am a Christian who rejects this backward interpretation of scripture. Alaska - this is an embarrassment. "




LOL wrote on May 28, 2009 7:55 PM:

" After months of Sarah Palin and Levi Johnson, Ron Hamman has accomplished what we thought was impossible: made Alaska and Wasilla look even stupider. "




Catherine wrote on May 28, 2009 7:50 PM:

" thanks to all of you who reject this drivel. This is pseudo-Christianity, this is false morality, this is a spiritually impoverished humanity. Scripture?
1John 4; "Perfect love casts out fear." "




Mark wrote on May 28, 2009 7:45 PM:

" Can a column which insists I use a*** , or *n**, or **a*, or ***l, for fear of offending someone be considered a serious forum about sodomy?

Apparently sodomy, however you define it, is far less offensive to the readers of this journal, or to its editorial staff, than a term commonly used to refer to actions associated with a certain portion of the anatomy which I believe God saw fit to install on all of us, male and female alike. An orifice which may be used for a number of functions,including the expression of certain opinions. "




Daniel B wrote on May 28, 2009 7:28 PM:

" Regardless of the message of this article, the article itself is incredibly badly written.
It reads like a student essay, with no research (and in this case, actually faulty research), and with the 'evidence' manipulated to fit the foregone conclusion obvious from the outset.

I needn't cite the many, many articles that explain the destruction of Sodom in actual detail, in historical context, and correctly. Suffice it to say, this piece of hate-breeding propaganda misses the point entirely.


You should be extremely ashamed of yourself for abusing the Bible, God's word, to engender hate against *anyone*. "




Mark wrote on May 28, 2009 7:22 PM:

" Pastor Ron,

You claim the men of Sodom wanted to "know" the men in Lot's house. Since when ar angels of the Lord considered "men". They are other beings, unlike we mere mortals. Your attack on homosexuality lacks enough homos (sapiens, that is) to be valid.

Might the Lord have been offended at this breach of the ancient traditions of hospitality and safe harbor to strangers?

Might the Lord have been particularly peeved when this offense was committed against his own agents in the world? "




Kelly wrote on May 28, 2009 7:08 PM:

" I could say alot but I think alot of people did it for me. Simply put; What is wrong with you people? When I found out who she was and Sarah Palin was your governor I held back from stereotyping the entire state ... now this writer have given me just cause to do it. Congrats you did something that nut could not! "




edsbowlingshoe wrote on May 28, 2009 7:07 PM:

" This article was comedy. This buffoon is the leader of a church? Awesome! Only in Wasilla. Palin probably is an attendee... "




WisconsinReader wrote on May 28, 2009 7:04 PM:

" Human beings are both so sad and so funny. Behind a cloke of homophobia you'll often find a man filled with self-hate due to his feelings for other men. Think of the regret he'll experience when he finally finds self-acceptance and love. Don't be too harsh on him. Pity him. "




Gordon wrote on May 28, 2009 6:53 PM:

" I just want to make sure I have this straight: We are supposed to be taking moral guidance from a bible story in which it is suggested that a proper thing for me as a father to do when confronting a bunch of homosexual strangers is to offer up my virgin daughters to be gang copulated by them? Hmmm. Better not take the daughters along on our next trip to Provincetown. "




Walt wrote on May 28, 2009 6:45 PM:

" Genocide, homicide, patricide, pedophilia, disease, starvation; but God was most offended by sodomy.
God needs to get his priorities straight. "




Bible written by man wrote on May 28, 2009 6:38 PM:

" Listen to your heart not your bible. Bible is a tool and not something to base your whole life on. God is in your heart and you need to get right with the spirit. If you were right with God you could not spew this type of filth against another human who is a spiritual being by the way, gay or not. "




CCCCat wrote on May 28, 2009 6:36 PM:

" Billy Sole wrote :
" This is a pretty absurd, hateful article. I don't much like fundies and don't believe in god. I like liberals possibly even less. Especially when they advocate police-state sentiments like this:

"the future wrote:
'enjoy your ability to espouse hateful bs while you can, future generations will not tolerate this kind of hate speech..."

You read it wrong dude. I think "The future" was refering to the fact that our country is becoming more progressive and intolerant of intolerance. The younger gen. simpley doesn't share your hate. "




Enlightened Christian wrote on May 28, 2009 6:33 PM:

" Sodom was not destroyed because of homosexuality, it was because its citizens became wicked, i.e. they perverted what was once pure, they took sex and corrupted it, introduced elements of violence and degradation(read: rape, incest, sexual torture, pedophilia, zoophilia). As for "God's design for your gender" gays are actually *born* that way.
And no, the Antichrist will not be homosexual,he will simply have no sexual interest in women or men, because these things are too run-of-the-mill and would not present enough of an offense to God.Remember,this guy will be the scum of the Earth. The Antichrist will be a pedophile. "




Scott wrote on May 28, 2009 6:19 PM:

" The author isn't very biblically literate if he is repeating the myth that God destroyed Sodom because of sodomy. Go read the Genesis account and show me where it says that. "




Patrick Alexandria VA wrote on May 28, 2009 6:18 PM:

" How about 'Will the Antichrist be Puerto Rican?'

Is this the same church Sarah P attends? Would not surprise me.

Too bad these preachers can't rail against real problems, like environmental degradation or lack of health insurance for hugh numbers of children. But that's not sexy and is definitely not a Hot Button to push. "




Florida wrote on May 28, 2009 6:17 PM:

" There is just so much crazy in this article I don't even know where to begin. You really need an education and a psychiatrist. Are all people in Wasilla this backwards and stupid? "




jefferson wrote on May 28, 2009 6:08 PM:

" The Antichrist won't be gay because can't be an antichrist because there was no such thing as christ. There was a Jew named Yeshua, who preached love and forgiveness and karma for a while and then was executed by the forces occupying the territory of Palestine. He told people he thought there was a god speaking to him, but as we all know, there is no Santa and there is no God. Atheism is easy for monotheists... you've already managed to banish all the world's countless Gods to nonexistence. You just have one more to go... "




johnm wrote on May 28, 2009 6:08 PM:

" Aside from my personal feelings about this article, it's just theologically unsound. The Bible doesn't actually support this. "




Ella wrote on May 28, 2009 6:01 PM:

" We had a peaceful protest at Rick Warren's Saddleback Church regarding this same issue. I would love to see the SANE, compassionate citizens of Wasilla and the Mat Su Vallley do the same thing soon. At our protest, MANY Christians participated. It was a LOVEly day. "




Rons Father wrote on May 28, 2009 5:54 PM:

" Dear readers,

I apologize profusely for Ronnie's terrible behaivor.

Ron got spanked and is grounded for three weeks.

Sincerely,
Mr. Hamman. "




dude wrote on May 28, 2009 5:50 PM:

" I'll be laughing at this moron for a full week. Wasilla, please keep exporting stupid so we can all continue to laugh at you. "




Tasman wrote on May 28, 2009 5:49 PM:

" You do not make any comment on the rightness of lot offering his virgin daughters to a mob of men? "




John wrote on May 28, 2009 5:49 PM:

" The antichrist will have no desire for women eh? Jesus had no desire for women, too. Hmm... "




Brentyb wrote on May 28, 2009 5:47 PM:

" If the devil is gay I look forward to lounging on his decorative throw pillows! "




no god wrote on May 28, 2009 5:45 PM:

" the bible was written by man, with all his bias and prejudice......their is no god, and anyone who disagrees i challenge u to empirically prove that one exists......oh i forgot, u cant prove it......believing in god is like believing in the tooth fairy "




Katie Roberts wrote on May 28, 2009 5:44 PM:

" Many Christians support gay rights and I think your analysis of Genesis 19 is off base. Here, please read this article by Gentle Shepherd Church. gentleshepherdmcc.com/bible.htm

Or, my blog .sokatie.com "




PJ OConnor wrote on May 28, 2009 5:44 PM:

" Great stuff. I grew up in Ireland and heard a lot of this kind of stuff. Little did we know that the bishops were fathering children and priests molesting hundreds if not thousands of boys.

All that fulminating about the antichrist and behold he was there all along, everywhere you look, wearing religious garb and using the word antichrist to scare people... a bit like Cheney with Al Qaeda.

Your intolerance and lack of humanity is sickening. Jesus having time for Mary Magdalen was OK but ... FAGGOTS??? Why they're not human! God's image and likeness? "




Sunbird1977 wrote on May 28, 2009 5:42 PM:

" "And that Lot himself understood their intentions is clear; not only did he call such behavior wicked, but he also offered his virgin daughters as substitutes, which the men of Sodom refused."

And Lot was one of the good guys? I'm glad my dad wasn't a good guy, by your twisted definition! "




What a crack pot wrote on May 28, 2009 5:37 PM:

" Only? in Wasilla could such an ignorant missile be printed...and "this" is Sarah Palin's town?
How backward can a place get? How absolutely, ignorantly absurd...who would listen to such major crapola!
OUTragious! "




Brenda wrote on May 28, 2009 5:36 PM:

" How the Reverend Hamman must abhor living in a democracy. He would be so much more comfortable in a different environment, where his speech may not be altogether "free", but his willingness to force his narrow, hateful and self-serving views, threats and innuendo onto others would be acceptable.

Shall we start a collection--to help him on his way? We could probably pull together a few million in a matter of minutes, judging by the major outcry over his "Religion Views". I think half the country's heard about this misguided hatemonger by now. "




MutantX wrote on May 28, 2009 5:33 PM:

" Logical fallacy. Many surmise that the anti-christ will be a male. Does this mean being male is bad? "




informedandoffended wrote on May 28, 2009 5:31 PM:

" This must be some sort of sick joke. RIght? Unless you are completely uneducated in the way the bible is supposed to be viewed, it is not a literal document. And not only that, but last time I checked our views tend to change with time. The same bible that talks about homosexuality being a sin also condones violence (i think everyone knows about this not going to list any verses), rape (Judges 21:10-24, Deuteronomy 21:10-14) and murder. But that's not even the worst, God condones both genocide and infanticide in numbers 33:50-52, 21:34-35, 31:1-54, 33:4, 33:55-56. "




Somibear wrote on May 28, 2009 5:28 PM:

" I like how he quotes from the Book of Daniel, a thinly veiled "prophecy" about the presumed end of the wicked Antiochus IV (who, in fact, did die-- what a surprise!). ALL of the references in Daniel to the "AntiChrist" are to Antiochus IV, who died well before Jesus was born, though not in the manner that the book's author predicted. Ooops. But I'll bet preacher Ron has no idea who Antiochus IV was. "




Robert wrote on May 28, 2009 5:27 PM:

" We need to pray for persons who write articles like this, and we need to pray for those who believe writings like this. They are very misled. Jesus came as the fulfillment of the old testament law. Leviticus may matter to Jews, but not true Christians. "




Hoagy wrote on May 28, 2009 5:19 PM:

" Ron Hamman says that "Bible prophecy includes verbiage" and "the verbiage is clear". I would have to agree, given that verbiage is defined as "a profusion of words usually of little or obscure content." "




Dennis wrote on May 28, 2009 5:18 PM:

" Well my imaginary friend is bigger then your imaginary friend and my imaginary friend say you can have sex with a tree if you want to. And because he bigger that make him right and you wrong. Or is this just an asinine way for anyone to go through life believing in a factious deity that seems to hate everyone and every thing in some way or another. "




Christopher Dudlley wrote on May 28, 2009 5:05 PM:

" So we are to believe that God was so offended by the gays of Sodom that he personally came down and destroyed the entire place, but he couldn't be bothered with the Holocaust in Germany or slavery in the American South? Amazing brain ya got there, fella. Creep. "




lincoln wrote on May 28, 2009 5:03 PM:

" if you're a jew, then you can quote Leviticus to me, otherwise, jesus came as the fulfillment of the old testament law and said that the entirety of the law was to love your neighbor and worship your god. now before you start quoting ot theology, just think about whether you are fulfilling the requirement of christ our lord. that's the bottom line. don't be a pharisee. "




Tardus wrote on May 28, 2009 5:01 PM:

" I only know about this article because a friend linked it on facebook. This is a joke. I'd rather be Satan's "lady-of-the-streets" (because this fascist news paper would let me publish the w-word) than go to a heaven where people like this are rewarded for their ignorance. "




Rico wrote on May 28, 2009 4:55 PM:

" I was born a hermaphrodite. Should I reject how God made me? "




Axel wrote on May 28, 2009 4:53 PM:

" Dear colleague,
I'm a Lutheran minister in The Hague, Holland. Last weekend I had a wonderful marriage-ceremony in my church - an elder of my parish, one of the most devout christians I know, married his partner after 8 years of mutual love. Neither I, nor the parish council nor my church had any reservation that they are both men, because who are we to judge whom God will bless and who not?
If Jesus would return today, chances are, that he would comfort the gay community of Wasilla. I will pray that you don't side with the Pharisees! "




Barbara Norton wrote on May 28, 2009 4:51 PM:

" Merriam-Webster's online says the word came out around 1892. Maybe not "ancient", but not exactly "modern," either. "




Lincoln wrote on May 28, 2009 4:50 PM:

" as a born and raised alaskan (from palmer) i can easily say that you are part of the disease that has been steadily destroying the valley for years. maybe instead of rallying your parishoners against homosexuals, you should be thinking of the future of your borough... is there possibly a more immediate and dangerous threat than gays? you remind me of the history of the valley as a 'sunset' town... when i was young, blacks were actively driven out... would that make you happy? maybe you should be more concerned with what christ's priorities would be as opposed to st.paul's. "




Bailey wrote on May 28, 2009 4:49 PM:

" Jeebus H. -hrist!!! Is this freak really permitted to stand at the pulpit and preach???

What is in the water in Alaska? "




Mike wrote on May 28, 2009 4:41 PM:

" The antichrist is in all of us. That sinful part of our soul, chipping away at our faith. The antichrist is not a man. He is every man and every woman. "




Billy Sole wrote on May 28, 2009 4:36 PM:

" This is a pretty absurd, hateful article. I don't much like fundies and don't believe in god. I like liberals possibly even less. Especially when they advocate police-state sentiments like this:

"the future wrote on May 28, 2009 9:57 AM:

'enjoy your ability to espouse hateful bs like this while you can, future generations will not tolerate this kind of hate speech, not even in alaska.'

Of that future, I have no doubt. Same old Animal Farm, just with different pigs in charge. "




coyote wrote on May 28, 2009 4:36 PM:

" It's clear to me that YOU are a tool of the anti-christ, whose mission on this earth is to fight against love and propagate hate. Get thee behind me, false prophet! "




JN wrote on May 28, 2009 4:35 PM:

" The word homosexual is historical revisionism? So you still speak in the now stilted sounding English of the early 1800's?. Language is a constantly evolving thing. New words are being introduced even as others change meaning or are discontinued . As for "that wicked", it could mean whatever one wants it to. After all in Boston it would be a good thing. "




BriefComment wrote on May 28, 2009 4:34 PM:

" When the AntiChrist appears you'll have plenty bigger problems to worry about than who he/she aspires to copulate with. "




Ken wrote on May 28, 2009 4:33 PM:

" Hard to believe that grown, rational adults still believe in fairy tales like this one. "




Homer wrote on May 28, 2009 4:31 PM:

" Will the Anti-Christ be Ron Hamman? What a pathetic excuse for a human being. "




Adam wrote on May 28, 2009 4:30 PM:

" Noah mustn't have known about the hundreds of species of animals that engage in homosexual behavior for please and/or societal closeness. So sodomy as a term against nature is totally inaccurate. "




Dan wrote on May 28, 2009 4:26 PM:

" This so-called "pastor" reveals his ignorance of the Bible with this column. NOWHERE in the Bible is there any statement that Sodom was destroyed because of The Gays.

Instead, the Bible states categorically that the sin of Sodom was greed, arrogance, and refusing to help the poor and the sick.

Ezekiel 16:49
Isaiah chapter 1

Ron Hamman and The Frontiersman, you are publishing hate speech and falsely claiming the name of God. This is blasphemy. "




Doug wrote on May 28, 2009 4:25 PM:

" What about gay Christians like me? Where do we fit in? Oh, wait, this is an article written by an Independent Baptist pastor. Probably didn't even go to seminary. I did, by the way: New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, a nice little Southern Baptist Seminary where I got my MDiv in 1995. That doesn't mean a thing to Independent Baptists, though. They don't believe Southern Baptists are conservative enough and, for that reason, will burn in hades. "




Francis wrote on May 28, 2009 4:22 PM:

" If I recall rightly, the Fallen Ones were driven to earth out of their desire for women, their offspring were demons and monsters and so God destroyed all live on earth with the Deluge. So wouldn't that point to desire for women as evil because the Fallen Ones were led by Lucifer? I'm thinking the Anichrist will be a heterosexual. "




Dab wrote on May 28, 2009 4:20 PM:

" This column is slander against the humanity of gay people. Can you imagine a legitimate newspaper column asking "Will the Anti-Christ be Black?" "




John wrote on May 28, 2009 4:20 PM:

" I find it very heartening and immensely reassuring, that out of 400-and-counting entries here, less than 10 are in support of Mr. Hammon.

That fact speaks volumes about how far we've come as a country. "




Bubba wrote on May 28, 2009 4:17 PM:

" Ron Hamman wrote: "You be the judge."

Wait! I thought the bible told us to "judge not." "




Dan wrote on May 28, 2009 4:16 PM:

" The gospel of John makes it clear that there was one special love in the life of Jesus and that person was A MAN.

Jesus's boyfriend wrote the gospel of John. "




Brian wrote on May 28, 2009 4:11 PM:

" Does anyone else think it's incredibly warped that Lot offered up his own daughters to be raped? It always kills me when fundamentalists recount this story - the moral of which is apparently that homosexuality is wicked - and they don't bat an eyelash at that part.

Homosexuality: wicked, worth destroying two cities.
Offering up your daughters to be raped: totally ok with God! "




Rob Beckett wrote on May 28, 2009 4:11 PM:

" Darren wrote on May 28, 2009 9:40 AM:
" Could it be that this will be the predominate sin on earth when Christ descends from the clouds to fight against the armies of wickedness?

Murder, war and rape are fine, but love? Yeah that will be the subject of rapture. "

Darren, you are SPOT ON! I can't agree more with you, People need to get their priorities straight. "




JRb wrote on May 28, 2009 4:07 PM:

" This is just too crazy. Who would write this? What you are thinking, Ron? Are you mentally ill? Is this what Wasilla does to people? "




Ed Grubermann wrote on May 28, 2009 4:07 PM:

" Mr. Hamman:
As a man of God you really should pay more attention to the rules, specifically Exodus 20:16. It is your soul you imperil by deliberately misrepresenting the words of your God to mean what they do not. "




Wasilla Local wrote on May 28, 2009 3:59 PM:

" Dear Ron,

You don't speak for us. Kindly stop acting as if you do.

Thank you.

Best,

The Rest of Wasilla "




In disbelief wrote on May 28, 2009 3:57 PM:

" "Reader", you don't CHOOSE to be a homosexual. Why would anybody CHOOSE to be subject to such riducule and hatred?

I put to Mr Hammond, that if his arguments that homosexuality is 'against nature' because it doesnt serve a purpose then he must also take issue with condoms and contraception. If sodomy is a sin, then so is ANY sex for pleasure. "




Happy Jack wrote on May 28, 2009 3:57 PM:

" I can hardly wait for your article about stoning to death adulterers, Pastor Ron. "




Joey Brockhouse wrote on May 28, 2009 3:57 PM:

" Hamman is nothing more that a petty frightened little man who is trying to scare other bigots. He is hoping that the fools that follow his false teachings deny good people their civil rights.Civil rights are the birthright our founding fathers passed on to every American. They are not special rights. Jesus said,"Do unto other as you would have them do unto you." I will be attending the meeting so that I will be able to encourage the council to do the right thing.

Love your neighbor as you love yourself.
Even the gay ones! "




Scott wrote on May 28, 2009 3:51 PM:

" The rubble of Sodom still stands today? Where? There is no consensus as to the location of either Sodom or Gomorrah. If you insist on decontextualizing the Biblical story by applying the moral code of the ancient Hebrews to conduct in the 21st century, then you would have to allow that it is perfectly righteous and natural for a man to "offer" his young daughters to complete strangers for use as sexual slaves, wouldn't you?
Finally, the chief sin of Sodom was not homosexuality, it was the violation of the laws of hospitality and sanctuary. "




Dan wrote on May 28, 2009 3:42 PM:

" Oh Wasilla, I love you. You single-handedly lower respect for the USA. Cheers "




Biblical Scholar wrote on May 28, 2009 3:36 PM:

" jesus may have been the antichrist. he was obviously gay. all he did was hang out with a bunch of guys all the time. "




Joseph wrote on May 28, 2009 3:31 PM:

" I'm sure God loves the gays just as much as he loves everyone else. I doubt very much he's racialist. "




Jen wrote on May 28, 2009 3:29 PM:

" "The book of Daniel, chapter 11... It says, 'Neither shall he [Antichrist] regard... the desire of women....'”

The Book of Daniel does not have any mention of the Antichrist. It has nothing to do with the Antichrist. It was written centuries before the concept of "Antichrist" ever appeared.

Don't manipulate the Bible to support your point. "




What now wrote on May 28, 2009 3:23 PM:

" Was this article actually in this newspaper? It's ridiculous to even devote a web page to it, but it would be beyond absurd to place this medieval-minded hate speech in an actual newspaper. Editorials are supposed to contain opinions on facts, not insane predictions based on a metaphorical text that was rewritten in multiple languages and edited by monarchs as they saw fit. If this is the type of article is usually published in the Frontiersman, then the journalists and editors should be ashamed of themselves. This man's deluded ramblings do not belong in a newspaper. "




ryan wrote on May 28, 2009 3:21 PM:

" silly humans and our silly beliefs. "




Grow up wrote on May 28, 2009 3:20 PM:

" Going to church and not finding a few crazies would be like biting into a Snickers bar and not getting any nuts. That said, the author is out of his god-damned mind. "




Biggeorico wrote on May 28, 2009 3:10 PM:

" " You say, "there is no greater way to reject the Creator than to reject your gender and his design for it."
So make sure you persecute catholic priests for celibacy as well. "




Jon Gould-Bonny wrote on May 28, 2009 3:09 PM:

" So this is where she gets all her crazy!

Solid gold. This is fantastic, I shall be emailing this to all my friends who suffer from San-Francisco values "




Kevin wrote on May 28, 2009 3:03 PM:

" There is no Easter Bunny, Santa Claus, Tooth Fairy or god. So your whole hypothesis of hate is an EPIC Fail! "




Anony wrote on May 28, 2009 3:02 PM:

" The word homosexual translates literally as "of the same sex", being a hybrid of the Greek prefix homo- meaning "same" (as distinguished from the Latin root homo meaning human) and the Latin root sex meaning "sex". In Sanskrit homosexual is called somo-kaami or sama-kaami. In Sanskrit, the prefix somo- means "same" and Kaami means "who desires the same sex". "




Atheist1 wrote on May 28, 2009 2:57 PM:

" Mr. Hammond in my opinion you are a hypocrite. You and your ilk have no integrity and you hide behind your false idol to spew your vile assertions. Be a man Mr. Hammond; better yet try to be a human being. Only the truth can set you free. "




Bash wrote on May 28, 2009 2:47 PM:

" "But remember that sodomy is the one sin that God left heaven and came to earth to destroy."

Interesting priorities... "




Glester wrote on May 28, 2009 2:43 PM:

" WE don't need this! Go preach to your congregation, this is ridiculous! People need to be of self, be of your God but don't tell me how to interpret or live. I don't need this man and his OPINION "




PATRICK wrote on May 28, 2009 2:34 PM:

" I just want to let Ron know that in no way would anybody think he is gay because he hates gay people so much.
/S "




The Tim Channel wrote on May 28, 2009 2:30 PM:

" Good thing we don't get our morality from the Bible anymore isn't it reverend? Otherwise, I'd probably have the responsibility to house, feed and maintain my slaves down here in Mississippi in accordance to the scriptures.

Enjoy. "




ROFLing wrote on May 28, 2009 2:23 PM:

" The only difference between the Taliban and the TaliBaptists is the TaliBaptists don't bow down five times a day to worship any old backside in front of them - they worship Ron Hamman, Ted Haggard, Jim Bakker, etc . . . . You know - only specific, easily recognizable ones. "




sean wrote on May 28, 2009 2:22 PM:

" "god came down to....(fill in the blank)."

all actual manifestations of "god" in the bible have been explained away by modern explanations of bad weather, schizophrenia and plate tectonics.

that is all. "




Jacquelyn wrote on May 28, 2009 2:17 PM:

" Wow. Modern ignorance never ceases to amaze me. Ever hear the term 'lost in translation?' The bible wasn't written in English, you half-wit. In terms of what was originally written, and hence the intended meaning of any passage in the book, you religious zealots haven't a clue. Learn to read Hebrew before making any attempt to argue biblical meaning. "




Marko wrote on May 28, 2009 2:16 PM:

" Also, is anyone slightly perturbed that Lot offered his two virgin daughters to calm the "Sodomites"?
Since Lot lived and the "Sodomites" died, does that mean pimping your virgin daughters is okay, but "sodomy" is not?
Beware of literalism. "




Marko wrote on May 28, 2009 2:13 PM:

" Speaking of historical revisionism in word choice: "glue for the bond of marriage" for hetero sex?
Really makes sex within marriage sound wonderful! "




CCCCat wrote on May 28, 2009 2:06 PM:

" sam wrote: " I think he's just saying what he believes, as ignorant and bias as that is, while you guys are doing most of the hating and nasty remarks."

This isn't the same. Hamman is trying to bring in the authority of god to prove his "beliefs" are justified by misusing and abusing the scripture. If Hamman had any real fear of god he wouldn't be so casual about twisting the bible to suit his own agenda.The majority of remarks here aren't hateful--they just point out how hypocritical, absurd and illogical religion and its followers are. "




Jennifer wrote on May 28, 2009 2:06 PM:

" How stupid. I hope my kids never turn out like this. "




Sarah Failin wrote on May 28, 2009 2:05 PM:

" If god hates gays so much, why hasnt he punished the 5 states that have approved gay marriage? "




LaBoheme wrote on May 28, 2009 2:00 PM:

" I can't believe someone actually wrote this.

What a primitive book. "




Panko Breading wrote on May 28, 2009 1:59 PM:

" You backwoods losers up there in Wasilla. I can't believe we came near having Palin as vice president. Guess what? There is no such thing as the devil, antichrist, or God. Stop wasting your lives with this nonsense. "




Travis Johnson wrote on May 28, 2009 1:59 PM:

" Your evidence from the Book of Daniel is tenuous at best. If you'll recall Jesus cared very little about looks from or the tougvh of women. That doesn't imply homosexuality. It's a testament to the prevalent thought at the time purity meant virginal. It stands to reason that the Anti-Christ who seduces most of mankind to his cause would resemble Jesus in many ways. "




PhiLLy in DaLLaS wrote on May 28, 2009 1:57 PM:

" Truthfully if there was a god (i'm agnostic), pastor or not, I can't imagine somebody filled with such hatred would be let in the "gates of heaven". I think he has MORE of a reason to go to "he ll" than a happy gay couple. This is the exact reason the republicans are no longer in power, because of crazy right-wing religious nutjobs!! "




Zotmaster wrote on May 28, 2009 1:57 PM:

" Check this out, I can use ellipses just like the good pastor can:

"I am...out to bolster...the behavior of...homosexuality." - Pastor Ron Hamman, Independent Baptist Church of Wasilla

I guess the pastor's lesson is this: when you don't have a point, make stuff up. "




Dexter wrote on May 28, 2009 1:56 PM:

" It's time for hero scholar-warriors like Mr. Hamman to unite the proud Christian sheep into one giant kickass flock to dispense some Old Testament justice to the wicked. I'm talking selective enforcement of often vague Bible verses written down by some dude a hundred years after Jesus' death based on whatever. Mount up, people! Muslins and gays and people who make fun of mullets (it's in the bible somewhere) better run to the hills! "




Fred wrote on May 28, 2009 1:54 PM:

" Dear Ron,

Please do not share your mental illness in public again.

We would all much appreciate it. "




Seraphiel wrote on May 28, 2009 1:54 PM:

" archive.org/stream/thebiblekingjame08027gut/bib2710.txt

The full text of book of Daniel (in this King James version) does not anywhere contain the word "Christ" or "Antichrist" at all.

The character referred to in the shamefully elided quote is a"king" of some sort.

Are you sure you're quoting the right book? Maybe you got Daniel mixed up with one that actually has "antichrist" in the text.

As for quoting Leviticus, you should really try reading the whole thing. I don't suppose you've eaten any shrimp, or lobster, or crab? Those, too, would be "abominations." "




Comedian wrote on May 28, 2009 1:51 PM:

" 7/10

Very far-fetched....it has to be a troll. "




Amazed wrote on May 28, 2009 1:48 PM:

" I'm amazed that their servers haven't crashed yet. The most amount of comments and hits this site has probably ever received.

Of course, you know our comments are just going to give him ammo for how horribly christians are persecuted... You should read the other articles this man has written. C-R-A-Z-Y! "




Reagan wrote on May 28, 2009 1:37 PM:

" It's a nice warm sunny day in San Francisco. The gays are out and about. I'm waiting for God to personally come out and slap them around. Still waiting. And waiting. "




chris baker wrote on May 28, 2009 1:36 PM:

" It saddens me that adults anywhere in the developed world spend time discussing middle eastern mythology under the delusion that it's real.

btw my post captcha was ThM4M....that's really kind of funny. "




john wrote on May 28, 2009 1:34 PM:

" "in their unbridled lusts..." ?!?!

As if homosexuals are incapable of quenching their thirst for sex and live and breathe only to fulfill their sexual desires...

Disgusting. Embarassing. I'm just glad I no longer count myself among the sheep. "




sav wrote on May 28, 2009 1:33 PM:

" You're a wingnut. "




Harry Openwheeler Morris wrote on May 28, 2009 1:32 PM:

" I love Tony George and the Indy Racing League. Does this make me homosexual? Is Tony George the Antichrist? My love for Mr. George knows no bounds. My desire to lay with him as a man should lay with a woman is endless. I am Indy! "




ColonBlow wrote on May 28, 2009 1:30 PM:

" WoW...Whats with all the jesus haters? It's like you took what he Ron wrote, twisted it to best fit your own beliefs and interpretations and started preaching wharggarble...oh wait.

FARK RULEZ "




DaveL wrote on May 28, 2009 1:29 PM:

" "What other conclusion can be reached when they want to “know” the men who were in Lot’s house,"

What other conclusion can be reached? How about that gang rape is a 'grievous sin'? It worries me greatly that a man who sets himself up as a moral authority could read that story and not have it even occur to him that rape is wrong.

Someone here is seriously lacking a moral compass. "




Hugh Troy wrote on May 28, 2009 1:28 PM:

" What a petty little god that creates the grandeur of the universe and then throws a hissy fit when two consenting adults of the same sex make LOVE to each other.
I don't think that is very godlike at all. I think it has more to do with the edicts of ancient goatherders, and the prolonging of such prejudice is the greatest sin commited by so called christians. "




October Mermaid wrote on May 28, 2009 1:26 PM:

" You say, "there is no greater way to reject the Creator than to reject your gender and his design for it."

What do you base that on? The fact that homosexuality makes you, personally, uncomfortable?

Wouldn't murder be a greater rejection of the creator? Wouldn't denying his existence or calling him an immature child be a greater rejection? Wouldn't simply and politely REJECTING him be a greater rejection?

Isn't if fascinating how God's will always seems to be about the same as the personal opinion of the person doing the talking? "




Antichrist wrote on May 28, 2009 1:25 PM:

" Look out everybody! I'm the big scary Gay Antichrist! >>PEW PEW RAINBOW LASERS< "




Rev R. Kischen wrote on May 28, 2009 1:25 PM:

" While I don't condone homosexuality, and feel that God will judge them as sinners, we must remember how Jesus acted in his time. He ate and talked with the wickest people of his day: the theives and taxmen and prostitutes. If He was alive today, he would be compassionate to the homosexuals, not hateful.

When Jesus got angry, it was with the established religious leaders who had twisted the Old Testament to their own needs.

Ask yourself, Mr. Hamman, would Jesus be angry with homosexuals or the way you have used His Holy Bible to justify hatred? "




Normal Guy wrote on May 28, 2009 1:21 PM:

" "in their unbridled lusts they burn for their own gender".

Ron, Ron, Ron. Oh Ron, can't you see that all this hate of gay people is really just your own self-hatred? Come on out here and -embrace- your sexuality, dude! You will be so much happier. "




Tiberius wrote on May 28, 2009 1:18 PM:

" I admire this man's spruious way of thinking. How unfortunate - ignorant and feeble minds are allowed to write. "




Confused wrote on May 28, 2009 1:17 PM:

" I'm confused. If sodomy's the only sin God dealt with personally, what was the reason for that whole flood ordeal? "




Arnold T Pants wrote on May 28, 2009 1:15 PM:

" I wonder if the author eschews shrimp, has gouged out one of his eyes, or given all that he owns away. "




Wow wrote on May 28, 2009 1:12 PM:

" I can't even begin to react to this, so I won't attempt to. Wow. Wow. Wow. "




TommyMac wrote on May 28, 2009 1:11 PM:

" Geez. You guys DESERVE Palin.

Personally, I think Mr. Hamman himself is so deep in the closet that he's pulling out out McCain/Palin T-Shirts.

virtualsink.com "




Sgt. Floyd Pepper wrote on May 28, 2009 1:11 PM:

" Ron,

Only God is more all-seeing than the internet. Welcome to your 15 minutes of shame.

Bless your heart, darlin'. "




Jesus Yardstick wrote on May 28, 2009 1:05 PM:

" Matthew 22:37-40

Jesus replied: " 'Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.' This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: 'Love your neighbor as yourself.' All the Law and the Prophets hang on these two commandments." "




Pete wrote on May 28, 2009 1:04 PM:

" Congratulations Wasilla, you've made yourselves an international joke. "




Joe wrote on May 28, 2009 12:59 PM:

" Really? The addition of a new word to a dictionary constitutes revisionism--not progress? Seriously? what about the word Internet (1987)? Or moron for that matter (1910)? The only good thing about this piece is that it's so riddled with holes already there's no shooting to be done. Thanks for doing all the work. "




You poor people wrote on May 28, 2009 12:58 PM:

" Fark.com got hold of this story from an embarrassed Wasillan, which is why you've gotten so many comments.

I'm truly amazed that anyone listens to this man. What a horrible, hateful, absurd little person. "




John wrote on May 28, 2009 12:57 PM:

" I suspect we've all been deceived by Jesus into believing he is God. He's the real antichrist and I'd wager that if you'd investigate into his youth you would indeed find that satan was a homo. "




Joshua wrote on May 28, 2009 12:57 PM:

" Perhaps if the good reverend actually took the time to go to a legitimate seminary he'd realize how theologically and biblically bankrupt this particular piece is.

Note that he does not speak for mainline Christians, theologians, ethicists, or biblical scholars. "




wowwww wrote on May 28, 2009 12:56 PM:

" if your gay move to anchorage.... "




Fred wrote on May 28, 2009 12:56 PM:

" Dear sir,

You are crazy.

Sincerely,

Fred "




Former Navigator Missionary wrote on May 28, 2009 12:53 PM:

" I just forsook Jesus and Christianity this past month, and I can't believe it took me so long. The sooner we can abandon gods the better! "




Cynthia Harmon wrote on May 28, 2009 12:52 PM:

" What in the world is in the water up there? And has the Golden Rule gone up in smoke? Did someone see God come down from heaven to destroy anything? And when has hate become a spiritual virtue? "




wow wrote on May 28, 2009 12:51 PM:

" just....wow. "




Bill Green wrote on May 28, 2009 12:49 PM:

" Did not God give us the ability to sodomize. If he didn't like it he wouldnt have give us the capability. It is a gift from Christ, embrace it.

Pastor Bill "




Rev Ted Haggard wrote on May 28, 2009 12:44 PM:

" Ted Haggard preached against homosexuality and got caught doing meth and a gay hooker. George Bush had a gay hooker put in the White House Press Corps as a ringer. Senator Larry Craig of Idaho pled guilty to doing the hand-jive in a public restroom. How long before the Rev. Ron here gets caught doing some wienie waving in Wasilla? Methinks thou dost protest too much. And, who thought of this question? I'm Gay and I don't think about homosexuality as much as you Conservatives do. You're all obsessed. "




Ken wrote on May 28, 2009 12:42 PM:

" Keep it up Ron! More articles like this one and you might embarrass your beliefs right out of existence. "




Larry Chandler wrote on May 28, 2009 12:41 PM:

" If Christ and the Anti-Christ were put in the same room together, would there be a resulting explosion? Sort of like matter and anti-matter, and pasta and antipasto? "




SocraticGadfly wrote on May 28, 2009 12:40 PM:

" Since, per Paul in 2 Thessalonians, the "man of lawlessness" is supposed to arise within the church, the Antichrist must be Ted Haggard! "




grammar police wrote on May 28, 2009 12:40 PM:

" Whoever wrote this needs to lay off the semicolon. A decent grasp of dependent/independent clauses would also help. "




neo wrote on May 28, 2009 12:39 PM:

" I'm puzzled as to why this bad theology is accepted as truth. Daniel 11 isn't neccessarily talking about the antichrist. If you take it literally its about a king. I like the cherry picked ... and the no mention of a verse. Daniel 11:37 reads as "Neither shall he regard the God of his fathers, nor the desire of women, nor regard any god: for he shall magnify himself above all. " Meaning the king(antichrist for figurative) will be prideful above everything. "




Sweet Jesus wrote on May 28, 2009 12:36 PM:

" Oh, Sweet Jesus! "




EmperorWatcher wrote on May 28, 2009 12:35 PM:

" I hope everyone else is fortunate enough to have had the magical power of google place an ad for a gay social/connection website right smack in the middle of this new bit of absurdity from the heart of the surreal world: Wasilla! "




CodeSculptor wrote on May 28, 2009 12:34 PM:

" Well, by your definition of gay, you'd have to proclaim that Jesus was gay, for surely Jesus did not regard after the desire of women, did he? "




GregB wrote on May 28, 2009 12:32 PM:

" >By the way, I thought you liberals were supposed to be so open minded? Or are you only open minded and for equal rights for things that you believe in?

Well remember, it's good to have an open mind. But not so open that your brain falls out.

Also, I find it amusing that you equate the rational, evidence based point of view with being liberal. "




cruzraddy wrote on May 28, 2009 12:30 PM:

" Is it something in the water up there? The good people of Wasilla should really take a good look in the mirror. The rest of the county thinks you're all a bunch of nitwits. "




Strawmanargument wrote on May 28, 2009 12:28 PM:

" Looks like ya might want to change that phone number your about to be "Sodimized" by phone and e-mail... I'm not gay or extremely religious but is it not one of the strongest morals of the bible to love thy neighbor? It sounds like you're creating a reason to hate or look down on rather than accept. I am being the Judge..of your article, and frankly its not paper worthy. Even opinion pieces should be run by an editor... "




DesMoiner wrote on May 28, 2009 12:28 PM:

" Typical fear mongering and lunacy from a "Morphine for the Masses" revenue generator. Shocking I know... "




Liam wrote on May 28, 2009 12:28 PM:

" The really sad part is that Mr. Hammon will ignore all of this & is likely so high on his pride that he will not see the holes in his claims FROM A BIBLICAL STANDPOINT that so may have pointed out here. (IE - the flood being another destructive action by God not related to sodomy, the fact that the bible cites MANY sins as the reason for Sodom's destruction not just sodomy, the fact that the sodomy in Sodom was the original meaning of the word - forceable rape of the same gender, etc) "




Audrey wrote on May 28, 2009 12:26 PM:

" No silly... The anti-christ is not going to be homosexual, she's a woman. I know this because I AM the Anti-Christ!

Be afraid! Be very, very afraid!

Bwaaaaaahahaha! "




Gay Soldier wrote on May 28, 2009 12:26 PM:

" I'm fighting for you and I'm fighting against you. Taliban = Talibaptist. So, "Rev.". Ron: what's your military record? Or, are you just another flag-waving Republican coward like "little" *Richard* Cheney who had "better things to do" than serve his Country but gets his health care free from military hospitals? Why'n't you just call your town "Wussilla?" Go thump your Bible and your bishop. (Frontiersman auto-editor won't let me call the ex-VP by his nickname because the short form of Richard is 'inappropriate''! Ha! Yes, he was.) "




Gods Love wrote on May 28, 2009 12:23 PM:

" I do need some advice from you, however, regarding some other elements of God's Law and how to follow them.
1. When I burn a bull on the altar as a sacrifice, I know it creates a pleasing odour for the Lord - Lev.1:9. The problem is my neighbours. They
claim the odour is not pleasing to them. Should I smite them?
2. I would like to sell my daughter into slavery, as sanctioned in Exodus
21:7. In this day and age, what do you think would be a fair price for her?

the rest is at

yuricareport.com/Parody%20and%20Humor/OpenLetterToDrLaura.html "




Bob Borg wrote on May 28, 2009 12:22 PM:

" Leviticus25:44 says I may possess slaves purchased from neighboring nations. Should I buy Mexican or Canadian?

I’d like to sell my daughter into slavery, as allowed in Exodus21:7. What’s a fair price today?

My neighbor works on Sabbath. Exodus35:2 says he should be killed. Must I do it myself?

Can I cut my hair around my temples, even though it’s forbidden by Lev.19:27?

Lev.15:19-24 says no contact with women while in their unclean period. How can I tell?

Lev.11:6-8 says the skin of a dead pig is unclean. May I play football in gloves? "




Brandon wrote on May 28, 2009 12:20 PM:

" The world will never be a safe place while there are still people out there gullible enough to believe in a bunch of superstitious fairy tales. "




Sarah wrote on May 28, 2009 12:17 PM:

" Another example of the utter failure of Christianity, the religion of the ignorant white trash gutter dwellers and recovering druggie leaders with the intellectual depth of Mat-Su potato peels. "




That Darn Satan wrote on May 28, 2009 12:16 PM:

" 'It seems my freedom of religion is suppressed by the gay freedom of expression.' Oh, stop. Your religion is not a safe zone from which you should be allowed to hurl rocks at people (e.g. Prop 8) who did not choose to join your stupid little club and therefore should not have to respect its rules. By rights, when you lower your Constitutional shield to manipulate the lives of others, they should be allowed a lot more retaliation than ridiculing Christian doctrine and railing against its influence. You're *lucky the secular world is so tolerant. "




gaydars wrote on May 28, 2009 12:16 PM:

" " personally i think Mr. Hamman should be held accountable for these statements, and thus i think he should be reachable to be held accountable.


you can contact him at:

rghamman@mtonline.net "




RealisticwithBrains wrote on May 28, 2009 12:15 PM:

" lol @ antichrist article. "




The L wrote on May 28, 2009 12:13 PM:

" If I were you, sir, I would post an email address on the end of the articles, instead of a home phone number. There are some sadistic people out there who might make harassing phone calls, or otherwise use your personal information against you. I am warning you out of friendly concern, because while I disagree with your opinion, I will defend to the death your right to express it without you and your loved ones receiving obscene phone calls. "




Greg wrote on May 28, 2009 12:13 PM:

" Stop for ONE second and think about how utterly ridiculous this question is. Do you really think that an evil magic ghost (possibly gay) will come to end the earth because it was written in a book 2000 years ago by a bunch of shepherds? The REAL danger here is your ignorance and fear. "




Jujujudes wrote on May 28, 2009 12:10 PM:

" Dear commenters, I love you. You have made my day. "




Hans Hansen wrote on May 28, 2009 12:10 PM:

" No, the antichrist will not be homosexual, since there is and will be no such thing as an antichrist. When are you going to get it into your thick skulls that there is no god, that the bible is written by some powerhungry maniacs and that organized religion is the cause of most of the evil things that happen in the world?

Begin to think for yourself instead of following a two thousand year old fairytale. "




NormalInSeattle wrote on May 28, 2009 12:10 PM:

" Rev. Hamman had better hope Jesus in not returning because Jesus is likely to be pretty upset at the things done in His name. Including the interpretations of. Hammon who, no doubt, takes the Bible literally; but only as long as he can pick and choose the bits he agrees with.

I think the first thing Jesus will do is clean up the people who preach hate in His name. "




Real American wrote on May 28, 2009 12:08 PM:

" Dear Alaska,

Leave us alone.

Sincerely,

The rest of the USA "




R Farrell wrote on May 28, 2009 12:08 PM:

" Wow! You have just made your paper and you town the laughing stocks of the nation. Yes, this little charming "article" and gone national!

Congrats! "




Bill Benson wrote on May 28, 2009 12:08 PM:

" The pastor is exegetically incorrect on a number of points. First, religious scholars generally agree that the story of Lot is not about sexual impropriety. In fact, in Ezekiel 16:49, we are told the reason for God's wrath: "Behold, this was the iniquity of thy sister Sodom: pride, fullness of bread, and prosperous ease was in her and in her daughters; neither did she strengthen the hand of the poor and needy." There is no mention of homosexuality as a cause. Moreover, consider the unthinkable decision Lot made to offer his two virgin daughters to the crowd "




Fredrick Rouse wrote on May 28, 2009 12:05 PM:

" Why would anybody expect anything other than a steaming load of Fundie hate from Sarah Palin's hometown paper? "




Mikey wrote on May 28, 2009 12:04 PM:

" Is it just me or does anyone else find the advertising on this page hysterical or do I just have sick sense of humor? Does the paper even like this preacher? What a great place for this ad....rofl

on the web at .connexion.org/?cid=G10:GoogleDisplay&gclid=CN-ypvjm35oCFQOuFQodoF2Ozw "




Richard wrote on May 28, 2009 12:03 PM:

" There is no such thing as god or the antichrist. Stop wasting everyone's time with such foolish nonsense and get back to work. "




Nothing much wrote on May 28, 2009 12:02 PM:

" I don't understand how anyone could truly hate so much, when what they're trying to follow is love. "




adamjeff wrote on May 28, 2009 12:01 PM:

" personally i think Mr. Hamman should be held accountable for these statements, and thus i think he should be reachable to be held accountable.


you can contact him at:

rghamman@mtonline.net "




Peter Guinta wrote on May 28, 2009 11:55 AM:

" I am astounded that a pastor would even address this question. Did someone ask about this in Sunday School? I doubt it. It smacks of being a made up question to draw fire. I call it being "aggressively biblical," looking for a match to light the pyre with unbelievers. But in no way trying to get people to the Lord. I'd suggest not arguing an issue using the Bible as "proof." It doesn't prove anything except that you have no rational basis for your argument in the first place. That's intellectually dishonest. "




Rev. Stephen R. Payne wrote on May 28, 2009 11:55 AM:

" I am repeating what was said above, but I am apalled that anyone would take words totally out of context to prove such a hateful point. When you read the whole verse out of Daniel 11 (vs. 36) it has absolutely nothing to do with homosexuality. It is talking about the "gods" this "king" will pay attention to. NOTHING about sexuality at all!!!!!
Why is it that you have to lie to attempt to make a point? "




Bloghog wrote on May 28, 2009 11:52 AM:

" Hey guys, this thing's gone national. I'm at my home in DC this week and friends here are talking about it.

Look at the bright side of this hatemonger's efforts here--people know Sara Palin embraces Baptist teachings and has attended the Baptist church in Wasilla. Safe to say her career on a national level ain't gonna happen after this.

So spread it around. Copy and past this site in email blasts to friends, family et al. "




Jobu wrote on May 28, 2009 11:51 AM:

" Gawd, I was so like Ron before I came out of the closet. Since then life has been fa-bu-lous!
You what is gayer than the anti-christ? Being a male and living in Alaska where there are 11 men for every 1 woman. How do you guys keep yourselves warm up there? "




Hey looks its a bible wrote on May 28, 2009 11:50 AM:

" Here is the book of daniel, ch 11. Ron Hamman should pay more attention to what he reads, since he is making stuff up.

"36And the king shall do according to his will; and he shall exalt himself, and magnify himself above every god, and shall speak marvellous things against the God of gods, and shall prosper till the indignation be accomplished: for that that is determined shall be done.

37Neither shall he regard the God of his fathers, nor the desire of women, nor regard any god: for he shall magnify himself above all." "




Mikey wrote on May 28, 2009 11:49 AM:

" You all up there in Wasilla need to let your preachers out more often, where is that loving feeling that Jesus had for all men and women, if God can forgive man's sin, why can't you all do it? Are you better than God? I don't think so, do you all get these ideas from the snow fever over the winter? You might want to buy some more tanning beds or have a "sun porch" built to improve your mental capacity. "




mixmasterdsr wrote on May 28, 2009 11:48 AM:

" SO GLAD I DON'T LIVE IN WASILLA ANYMORE "




jimp wrote on May 28, 2009 11:48 AM:

" I know it's naive, but it saddens me to think that a man who views himself as the leader of a congregation is willing to cherry-pick the Bible in such an obvious and pugnactious fashion.

"In answering this question, it is important to assert the question does not originate with me,"

Oh, I see. Well who exactly asked the question you have such a ready answer for, Ron?

If I were a member of IBC Wasilla I'd demand much better biblical scholarship from its leader. "




bob wrote on May 28, 2009 11:47 AM:

" Oh isn't that cute, you've learned to write and have made yourself a newspaper. "




old test wrote on May 28, 2009 11:45 AM:

" why do we insist on the old testament being relevant? should i go stone the people working on the sabbath (saturday) as well? should i take slaves? i have never seen any true christian try so hard to find something to hate... if i take the book out of context as you are doing, i too could find a reason to label almost everything about american culture a 'sin'!

ever heard the term "those who seek"............? "




Amber S wrote on May 28, 2009 11:44 AM:

" Wow. I don't know what to say, though I feel I have to say something. It seems to me that both the writer of this article and most of the posters are all ignorant fools. As a Christian, I am offended by the article. Hamman - you are telling ME to be the judge!? No thank you. God says that is His job and I'm grateful for it. Read the book The Shack. It might clear up that issue for you a bit. All of you who claim to be atheists...look at the starts. He made them just for you! "




Barry wrote on May 28, 2009 11:44 AM:

" excuse me Genesis "




metatron wrote on May 28, 2009 11:43 AM:

" so basically, even though the sin of the sodomites isnt clear, nor explicitly stated, you still say its homosexuality?

good job... "




Barry wrote on May 28, 2009 11:41 AM:

" also that same passgae from Leviticus says that after the Offering of Lot's virgin daughters and after the Fall of of Sodom and Lot's wife turning to a pillare of salt. That Lot's daughters lay with their father and produced offspring.

So apparently Incest is OK with God "




Heys wrote on May 28, 2009 11:41 AM:

" Congrats on learning how to type! Boy, that was a great article! "




gaydar wrote on May 28, 2009 11:37 AM:

" i guess they'll do anything to get their flock to hate the lgbt community, i'm surprised they havent come out and literally said god condones killing gay people, this news paper should be ridiculed out of business for posting this garbage, i really feel sorry for the people that this ron hamman pastors, they must be a sad lot "




hskill wrote on May 28, 2009 11:37 AM:

" According to this article, the Bible says that wanting to "know men" is definite proof in God's disdain for homosexuals. Uh, my boss said he wanted to get to know me, can I sue him for sexual harassment?

But people who believe a God exists just because an ancient holy book was written by mystics in the middle east proclaiming it so, obviously have a very low standard for what constitutes "definite proof" "




John wrote on May 28, 2009 11:33 AM:

" If Christians cared about covetousness as much as they did about lu st, sex, homosexuality, the world would be a much better place.

Oh and keep your biblical anti-christ paranoia out of my laws. Police yourself. I don't tell you who you can love, have sex with, or start a family with. Do me the same courtesy. "




momus wrote on May 28, 2009 11:29 AM:

" Ron, If the Bible is the word of God, why do you feel the need to edit it (...) to suit your purposes? "




Bill wrote on May 28, 2009 11:27 AM:

" Laugh it up.... we'll be waving to you from heaven when the planet goes up in flames.

By the way, I thought you liberals were supposed to be so open minded? Or are you only open minded and for equal rights for things that you believe in?

Funny how that works. What a bunch of hypocrites.

For a bunch of people that disagree with this article, you all sure sound defensive. "




Eddie wrote on May 28, 2009 11:26 AM:

" Did you even read the whole of Daniel 11, or just the parts that make your point? Daniel was clearly talking about contemporary events, and making predictions about the world he lived in (not the modern world). The predictions did not come to pass. My conclusion: no one can see into the future. Yours (apparently) is that because it's in the bible it must be true, therefore it will inevitably come to pass someday.

Do you even see the gaping hole in that logic? "




Trish wrote on May 28, 2009 11:26 AM:

" Just a small note ;

If there wasn't so much hateful ignorance directed at homosexuals, homosexual people would not need to have an "Agenda" at all. The "Gay Agenda" is actually the fault of the far Right wing and years of oppression. The only reason there need be Gay areas of town, Pride, fights for Rights, and the Lot is because people Fight so hard to deny us.

Ironically ; historically when a group is so strongly denied rights they eventually get more rights than those whom oppressed them in the first place. "




some athiest who was raised christian wrote on May 28, 2009 11:24 AM:

" From wikipedia
Although Christianity by tradition affirms that the Five Books of Moses (the Pentateuch or Torah) is the inspired word of God, Christian tradition denies that all Mosaic Law applies directly to Christians. The books of Genisis and Daniel are old testament. So what kind of a hypocrite does this make him. Sounds like hes trying to cover a guilty conscience, either as catcher or pitcher. "




scotth wrote on May 28, 2009 11:22 AM:

" Leviticus 11:12 Whatsoever hath no fins nor scales in the waters, that shall be an abomination unto you.

Ron Hamman, do you or your congregation eat crab, shrimp, prawns, scallops, or clams? Perhaps some of your flock even man the fishing boats!?! Oh, my!

Surely the anti-christ will come from Alaska. It is such a large purveyer of (delicious) abominations. "




Malc wrote on May 28, 2009 11:22 AM:

" Jaysus. How do people like this have the spare mental capacity to not drown on their own saliva?

It's as though someone from 1609 somehow hooked up to the internet and posted this.

I guess it explains how Palin got voted in for governor.... "




mike wrote on May 28, 2009 11:20 AM:

" ha ha ha.. I really just wanted to comment about the Jewish Zombie quote.. that made my day ha ha ha ha.. funny cause it's true "




LlamaHerder wrote on May 28, 2009 11:20 AM:

" Somody is the only sin that motivated God to come down and destroy people? So when God destroyed everyone in the Flood, it was because everyone but Noah and his sons were sodomites?

This is the kind of insipid tripe I expect from conservatives Christians. "




Sam wrote on May 28, 2009 11:18 AM:

" I'm going to get a lot of hate for this, but aren't you flamers doing exactly what you are so upset about? I read the article, too. I think he's just saying what he believes, as ignorant and bias as that is, while you guys are doing most of the hating and nasty remarks.

I'm not saying he has a point, I think he is an idiot, but be careful not to turn into the thing you are so angry about. Then you become just as bad as he is. "




MIKEY wrote on May 28, 2009 11:16 AM:

" I am so glad that religion is dying in this nation. It's this type of thinking process that really turns people off to these far fetched fairy tales. "




Confused wrote on May 28, 2009 11:15 AM:

" hahahahahahahahahahahahaha "




Smith wrote on May 28, 2009 11:15 AM:

" yuck! what a load of cr*p!! "




AntiCrust wrote on May 28, 2009 11:14 AM:

" Mom: Ronnnie get off that computer right now!

Ron: But mom, I'm writing an anti-christ story.

Mom: Right now young man! "




professor_mc wrote on May 28, 2009 11:13 AM:

" Here is the entire passage, Daniel 11:36
" "The king will do as he pleases. He will exalt and magnify himself above every god and will say unheard-of things against the God of gods. He will be successful until the time of wrath is completed, for what has been determined must take place. 37 He will show no regard for the gods of his fathers or for the one desired by women, nor will he regard any god, but will exalt himself above them all. 38 Instead of them, he will honor a god of fortresses; a god unknown" "




Blaine wrote on May 28, 2009 11:12 AM:

" This is actually embarrassing to read. Stop spreading your hatred and using the bible as an excuse. You make this town look bad. "




LUCAS wrote on May 28, 2009 11:11 AM:

" Wait, Did he say that p0rn0graphy was part of the glue for the propagation of a godly existence? I think he did, the verbiage is clear. "




Barry wrote on May 28, 2009 11:10 AM:

" I would like everyone to know that not all of us in Wasilla think this way or buy into the Religious Prattle and hate mongering. "




KatieCouricPhildelphiaFreedom wrote on May 28, 2009 11:09 AM:

" "Pastor Hammon, when it comes to establishing your worldview, I was curious, what books do you read to stay informed and to understand the world?"

"Um, all of em. Any of em that uh have... have been in front of me all these years."

"Can you name a few?" "




Seiphyer wrote on May 28, 2009 11:08 AM:

" It's glad to see that Ron Hamman is continuing his "Will the Antichrist be a...?" series. It's quite refreshing. This one didn't pack as much of a punch as his "Will the Antichrist be Black" article, but it isn't as much of a letdown as his "Will the Antichrist be a Jew" one either. So I give it a 3.5/5. I really think Ron should take his articles and compile them into a book called "I'm Afraid of Everyone Different Than Me." "




Rob wrote on May 28, 2009 11:07 AM:

" I will never ever visit Alaska. Not if it means dealing with whack jobs like Palin and her pastor. "




alaskamountainman wrote on May 28, 2009 11:06 AM:

" It now seems the only way to "contact" the Frontiersman gets you to the classified section. The "about us" link no longer lists the staff's email addresses (strangely enough, their sister paper, the "Anchorage Press" lists all their staff and their email address). Could it be the staff doesn't want to be bothered by people who might write to them regarding this piece? Just in case someone might want to call them by phone, the number is 907-352-2250. I'm going to call the editor to vent. Maybe you should as well. "




Rout wrote on May 28, 2009 11:06 AM:

" Don't mix superstition with a job as important as the head of a nation.

It's nice to see so many negative comments. Maybe America won't be the laughing stock of the world much longer. "




JimCrow wrote on May 28, 2009 11:06 AM:

" As long as the Gay Antichrist sits in the back of the bus and only gets two thirds of a vote, we should be fine. "




Logic wrote on May 28, 2009 11:06 AM:

" Ron Hamman is a moron. So backwards I feel sorry for you Ron. "




Phil G wrote on May 28, 2009 11:06 AM:

" First of all from what little I understand of the bible it was interpreted by a man called Jerome around the year 350 It Was translated from Hebrew and Aramaic to Latin. Jerome rushed himself through the translation and many mistakes were made as a result, so much of the information obtained could be blatantly wrong. Second of all you are fooling noone Mr. Hammy, It is obvious to most thinking people that "thou doth protest too much" leading us all to believe you are a self-loathing closeted gay man (sorry to all gay folks , hope you weren't offended. "




Jeremiah wrote on May 28, 2009 11:05 AM:

" "Jeremiah, who exactly, is forcing you to live a gay lifestyle?"

Nobody.I'm gay of my own choice. "




Don wrote on May 28, 2009 11:04 AM:

" You are correct.
I AM the antichrist and I AM a homosexual. I'm coming for your children. "




CCCCat wrote on May 28, 2009 11:04 AM:

" Steve wrote: "Justifying hatred for homosexuals by twisting the scriptures is a terrible thing to do, and completely goes against the teachings of the church. "

Have you been to church lately? The entire religion and the books that inform it are bigotted, misogynistic, hateful screeds...let me guess...you picked out the nice parts and intend on living your life according to them. Your cherry picking is hypocrisy. If you can't believe the whole thing then why believe any of it? Your already an athiest to all of the other gods of the world. "




Unbelievable wrote on May 28, 2009 11:04 AM:

" "Neither shall he regard... the desire of women..."

Let's see... Doesn't that mean celibacy? A virtue extolled by many clergy, certainly for those who are unmarried, and for the priestly class? The VIRGIN Mary was celibate. I don't recall any mention of Jesus being married, so he must have been celibate.

Maybe the anti-christ is a bachelor.

Or, maybe, the author is absolutely nuts, and an intellectual light-weight who is incapable of seeing anything in the world or an interpretation of it that falls outside of his very narrow and carefully constructed view. "




adorablepuppies wrote on May 28, 2009 11:01 AM:

" Classic crazy from Wasilla. Keep typing, we'll keep it in print for 2012, no need for gratuity. "




LOL wrote on May 28, 2009 10:58 AM:

" LOL


This is a joke right? "




Ian wrote on May 28, 2009 10:57 AM:

" ...Nothing but a bunch of children scared by a bedtime story. You shame humanity with your petty fear mongering. "




cmbWisc. wrote on May 28, 2009 10:57 AM:

" Hey Ron,

I really hope in my heart of hearts that you and the rest of the fundie Christians get a chance to experience the Second Coming really soon: my guess is that you and the other Taliban wannabes are going to wind up being very dissapointed. You really are a sad, sad human being Ron. Did it ever occur to you to worry about important things, like poverty, hunger, etc.? Or do you only have the intellectual ability to be a useless Bible thumping busybody? "




Ian wrote on May 28, 2009 10:54 AM:

" I hear the Antichrist will also work over the weekends (Exodus 20:9-10), wear clothing that's a 50/50 cotton/poly blend (Leviticus 19:19), and will like to eat at Red Lobster (Lev. 11:9-12, Deu. 14:9-10).

THE HORROR! "




Undies in a bundie wrote on May 28, 2009 10:53 AM:

" Why so many of you got your undies in a bundy? What up? So a preacher is letting his opinion known here on an obscure web site, and you all act like little kids getting caught stealing candy. It was all "billies" fault. If you don't like God, don't believe in God or whatever your belief system is, why you even reading this? Why do you care? Hmm maybe because deep down you know there is a God. Flapping at the gums won't change a thing, no matter how hard you try! "




Trevor Elliott wrote on May 28, 2009 10:53 AM:

" Ron -

Why do you want to tar & feather yourself, while everyone laughs at you?

Yes, it is entertaining, but can you possibly be that stupid? "




Steve wrote on May 28, 2009 10:53 AM:

" Atheist here with a couple questions. Why am I considered a sinner because of something people 1,000s of years ago did? If the devil is the deceitful one, then would it not be more logical to assume that the bible is referring to him the whole time? Are clergy going against god's wishes by being celibate and using what nature intended them to do? Has anyone alive actually heard god's voice and not be considered crazy, and if not, then why do christians consider the characters in the bible sane? "




Kendo wrote on May 28, 2009 10:52 AM:

" Im amased that the author is ok with Lot offering his daughters up to be raped in stead of the men.

Moral of the story:
Raping teen girls OK
Men willingly having sex: enough to destroy a civilization


Why do we spend so much time on the finer points of a book that contradicts itself so much. A simple google search will give you more than you need to see the bible is a crock.

Hey, did Judas hang himself or fall on sharp rocks and die? Look it up. The bible says both. "




Wanderer wrote on May 28, 2009 10:52 AM:

" If I recall, the actual act was rape. Of not just women, but also men by other men, and often in number. This of course is totally overlooked in favour of saying it was just the homosexual aspect. Funny really. "




jcar wrote on May 28, 2009 10:51 AM:

" What a joke. Yes the superstitious enemy of your superstitious god is a homosexual. What do you do now? "




laughingatyoudummy wrote on May 28, 2009 10:49 AM:

" wow, this is what you worry about when you are completely uninvolved with the real problems going on.. You are obsessed with sodomy.. gross. "




grownup wrote on May 28, 2009 10:46 AM:

" It figures that from the home of the ever-brain-dead Sarah Palin we see this kind of unbelievable stupidity. By the way, when you are quoting Daniel, try using the entire quotation instead of leaving out the bits that you find inconvenient. "




Huh wrote on May 28, 2009 10:46 AM:

" Thank you sooooo much. I am now dumber for having read this garbage. WTF? "




MAXKATT from NY wrote on May 28, 2009 10:45 AM:

" How did this topic rocket to 194 posts in a day?!?!? What do you people have alerts on key terms like "antichrist homosexual." Stunning. And the quotes from the bible...I wish some of you right wing posters would be as diligent about providing references to other matters you comment on. "




RealityCheck wrote on May 28, 2009 10:44 AM:

" Hey Ron? Just so you know, we're laughing at you. "




Facepalm. wrote on May 28, 2009 10:43 AM:

" Well, it's already been said a million ways from one here, so in response to your idiotic trolling, I'll post this:

Christianity: The belief that a cosmic Jewish zombie who was his own father can make you live forever if you symbolically eat his flesh and telepathically tell him you accept him as your master, so he can remove an evil force from your soul that is present in humanity because a rib-woman was convinced by a talking snake to eat from a magical tree.

While your trolling was easily refutable, I challenge anyone to deny that. "




TurboCramb wrote on May 28, 2009 10:42 AM:

" Nuh-uh, I read the whole "Left Behind" series and this is NOT what happens. "




Dennis Hooper wrote on May 28, 2009 10:39 AM:

" This article is pure hatred. This "newspaper" should be ashamed "




MuskyBuck wrote on May 28, 2009 10:39 AM:

" Are you kidding me? What the heck is the editorial staff doing here?

As a 12 year broadcasting veteran the staff of this newspaper should be ashamed of themselves for allowing this to be included.

And make it known that any of you looking to step up in your careers had better not use this on your resume, you'd be laughed at even in a 'medium market' for this dribble.

Absolutely ridiculous. "




wowwww wrote on May 28, 2009 10:38 AM:

" 176 posts for this crap. How GAY peopel get a life "




the outside world wrote on May 28, 2009 10:38 AM:

" they refused to have sex with lot's KIDS?! oh those sodomites and their twisted pervert minds... a healthy christian man in his right mind would've jumped at the chance, wouldn't he... "




TheLord wrote on May 28, 2009 10:35 AM:

" Ummmm.....you guys still haven't gotten that last book of the bible I sent down have you...."Gayviticus" it's called. Go look for it in a desert cave. Should clear some stuff up.

Thx,
G-Man "




Grateful Atheist wrote on May 28, 2009 10:34 AM:

" As an atheist, Ron, I really have to thank you for your honest opinion.

By making Christianity look stupid, hateful, and dishonest (yeah, I saw what you did with that elided quote from the book of Daniel), you do all the heavy lifting for us.

Again, thanks. "




OlFroth wrote on May 28, 2009 10:33 AM:

" Jeremiah wrote on May 27, 2009 5:14 PM:

" It seems very possible that the Anti -Christ will be a homosexual since he is against everything Christian.
I disagree stongly with homosexuallty/sodomy and if you live that lifestyle there are consequences.
Just dont force your gay lifestyle on people who diagree. "

Jeremiah, who exactly, is forcing you to live a gay lifestyle? "




someguy wrote on May 28, 2009 10:32 AM:

" This article was hillarious. . .pure comedy! It was intended as a comedy, right? "




Tom wrote on May 28, 2009 10:32 AM:

" I used to think that the southern Bible Belt was the most backwards section of the US and, partly because of that, I wanted to move to Alaska.

I think I just changed my mind. "




NotCrazy wrote on May 28, 2009 10:28 AM:

" wow.... "




raytheist wrote on May 28, 2009 10:26 AM:

" Considering that many mainstream Christian churches no longer accept such archaic doctrine, and that the sin of Sodom was inhospitality not homosexuality, it seems Mr. Hamman is quite ill-informed, choosing to first make up his mind to be a bigot, and then cobble up bits of the bible to justify it. "




blah wrote on May 28, 2009 10:25 AM:

" You are a fool. the bible is nothing but a rewrite of the ancient story of Horus, then capitalized on by a bunch of evil "christians" out for their own self serving wants.
You've been duped, and dedicated your life to a pointless cause. People like you should not be allowed to enter the rest of America. Stay in the frozen tundra and don't procreate....Please.
Nobody wants your vile remnants in the gene pool. "




ben wrote on May 28, 2009 10:23 AM:

" I'd like to learn more so I have a few questions:

Are you saying it's BETTER that Lot should ask these folks to rape his own virgin daugthers then allow them to indulge in a little consensual adult activity?

Leviticus tells us that shellfish are an abomination. This was useful advice in a time before food preservation. How would Alaskans interpret that one these days?

How come Jesus never had a girlfriend?

When Chhrist (con)descends to judge me, Since I'm without sin, can I throw the first stone please? "




NewYawka wrote on May 28, 2009 10:18 AM:

" The pastor's views are so over-the-top, this really does read like an Onion article. I'm very surprised any legitimate (non-parody) paper would print it.

You know what I'd love to see? Some respected bible scholar interviewing Mr. Hamman to get clarification of his views. There've been a lot of good points and questions raised in the comments (about Lot's other activities, shellfish, mixed fibers, the place of women, etc.). It would be very enlightening to hear (or read) a conversation between Mr. Hamman and someone who has studied this stuff but has less hateful views. "




F.A.R.O.U.T. Faots Against Religion and Other Ugly Things wrote on May 28, 2009 10:18 AM:

" Your bible, your god, your faith, and your brain are all gone; unreal things filled with false hopes and on last breaths. Grow up, America. "




Andy wrote on May 28, 2009 10:17 AM:

" I can't wait for the Raptor, when God sends the Dinosaurs to devour the faithful. "




Mike wrote on May 28, 2009 10:17 AM:

" It's no surprise this thread got so popular so fast. But don't wonder why we then consider you Yanks so backwards.

Religion will be the end of you. "




Kyzap Dinglerod wrote on May 28, 2009 10:14 AM:

" An article like this really makes we want to TRY homosexuality. Clearly its a lot of fun, otherwise why would religion have such a problem with it. Religion hates everything natural. And we shall pause here to note here that homosexual relationships have been documented in 1500 different species so far. its built in to all animals, and yes, YOU ARE AN ANIMAL.

Really, I cannot wait until all you religious whack-jobs finally die off. You provide NO VALUE. "




James Savik wrote on May 28, 2009 10:09 AM:

" It is overblown rhetoric like this that has marginalized Christianity and reduced its influence and numbers. We get it: you Christians hate homosexuals. We don't care much for you either. What we haven't heard much about IS WHAT YOU ARE FOR. "




Incredulous wrote on May 28, 2009 10:08 AM:

" I was unable to comment on this article in the way that I wanted to because I used words that appeared in the article itself. When I tried to submit my comment, I receive a message saying that my comment contained inappropriate words. However, those exact words were in the article. They were quoted from the article! So the article can use inappropriate words, but I cannot repeat them in my comment? "




Yep wrote on May 28, 2009 10:07 AM:

" I just thank God that Reverend Hammon's argument is so faulty and poorly pieced together that he can't be taken seriously. My interest would be piqued had he put forth a strong, rational argument. Instead, he's fallen into the trap of fundamentalist extremists--getting carried away with hatred so searing and irrational one ceases to make sense. The only thing that is crystal clear here...are his motives.

I wonder if he realizes how much in common his ideology and rhetoric have... with Islamic terrorists? "




Scripturereader315 wrote on May 28, 2009 10:06 AM:

" I don't like it that you twisted the words of the bible to try and prove a point. The part of Daniel you quote is Chapter 11, Verse 37. And goes, He will show no regard for the gods of his fathers or for the one desired by women, nor will he regard any god, but will exalt himself above them all.This quote has nothing to do with homosexuality and everything to do with a man seeing himself as better than god. "




Professor X wrote on May 28, 2009 10:06 AM:

" Maybe this Antichrist you theorize of is a homosexual priest. Fox news says Alaska is a dumping ground for gay "christian" child molesters put out to pasture. *shrug*

Read for yourself.

foxnews.com/story/0,2933,173066,00.html

So many hypocrites so little time on this earth. "




SuperAwesome wrote on May 28, 2009 10:04 AM:

" Everyone know the AntiChrist will be a rabid otter named samuel and he will will crush you all on his evil belly. "




Areyoukiddingme wrote on May 28, 2009 10:04 AM:

" Congratulations to the Frontiersman for reinforcing everyone's opinion that Wasillans are small minded bigots. Nice job. "




Jason wrote on May 28, 2009 10:03 AM:

" I believe that Superman could defeat The Hulk. It's just common sense. That is unless the Fantastic Four got in on the action and then I think we'd see Superman get a run for his money. But then you have to realize that Batman isn't just going to stand back and let Superman get pummeled by these Marvel characters, so really you've got to ask yourself why am I arguing about fictional characters, why am I wasting my life on this nonsense? "




David wrote on May 28, 2009 10:02 AM:

" Didn't god also come down from heaven in the form of a bear to kill a bunch of children for teasing a prophet. So isn't making fun of people equally grievous in god's mind? "




Sherry Young wrote on May 28, 2009 10:02 AM:

" I don't know much about the anti-christ, but I do know what the bible says about the value of a child's life. (Take note of the comparative value of the lives of females vs males)

Leviticus 27:6 And if it be from a month old even unto five years old, then thy estimation shall be of the male five shekels of silver, and for the female thy estimation shall be three shekels of silver.

So, according to the OT, humans are worthless until they are older than one month old. "




Cashcleaner wrote on May 28, 2009 10:01 AM:

" Quick question: How often in the Bible does Jesus talk about homosexuality?

For the life of me, I can't think of the verse where he specifically mentions it. It only seems he's interested in talking about how good we should be to others - like forgive their transgressions and "judge not, lest ye be judged".

Inquiring minds want to know. "




Norm wrote on May 28, 2009 10:01 AM:

" The "Anti-Christ" is not a lone individual, they are zealots, just as when Christ was killed before.
Christ was a moderate liberal, who spread a message of love for all. "




CosmicLint wrote on May 28, 2009 10:01 AM:

" WHAAAAA HAAAAAA HAAAAAA! Seriously... Funniest thing I've read all day. "




orlando wrote on May 28, 2009 10:00 AM:

" Do angels drive the buses in heaven? "




Benji wrote on May 28, 2009 9:59 AM:

" Let's see the numbers point to 10% of the population as being gay. So Ron would have us believe that the town of Sodom was a total homosexual enclave, with no heterosexuals living there at all. That is absurd thinking, just as it is to assume that all the wicked men standing outside Lots home were all gay men. Look at all the rapes committed in our prisons, I'd bet 90% of those rapist are not gay. I've wasted enough time on this stupidly written piece of trash! "




troymccluresf wrote on May 28, 2009 9:59 AM:

" Hey, lay off. One of the little known parts of the Homosexual Agenda™ is to go up to Alaska and take all their meth. You'd get paranoid and loony, too. "




john wrote on May 28, 2009 9:57 AM:

" ummm.... wouldnt the anit-christ have to be human to be homosexual? pleasures of the flesh and all.... "




the future wrote on May 28, 2009 9:57 AM:

" enjoy your ability to espouse hateful bs like this while you can, future generations will not tolerate this kind of hate speech, not even in alaska. "




uppity cracka wrote on May 28, 2009 9:57 AM:

" that was freakin' hilarious. thanks! the antichrist is gay! bwahahahahahahahahahahahaha!!!

the devil is such a vag. "




Dan from New Hampshire wrote on May 28, 2009 9:56 AM:

" Dear Ron;

Are you being serious? How could anyone in their right mind believe this crap?

The only person that will ever refer to themselves as the antichrist will have some serious mental health issues.

Sincerly,

Dan "




Blue-eyed Videot wrote on May 28, 2009 9:56 AM:

" Ron, once the GLBTs are granted full equality in this country--and hopefully sooner rather than later--what other groups are you going to use to frighten your flock? Mormons? Hindus? Catholics? Jews?

You're so good at cherry-picking that bible of yours, no group is safe from your misquoted attacks.

Are you the antichrist? You be the judge. "




Anonymous wrote on May 28, 2009 9:54 AM:

" This is really news? Wondering whether or not an antichrist will be homosexual is actually important enough to print a news story about it? Doesn't something like this belong in a church newsletter? I am so glad I don't live in America. "




merciful god wrote on May 28, 2009 9:53 AM:

" yeah, he certainly is merciful and loving:

King James Version, Second Kings 2:23-24
23: And he [Elisha] went up from thence unto Bethel: and as he was going up that way, there came forth little children of the city, and mocked him, and said unto him, Go up, thou bald head; Go up, thou bald head.

24: And he turned back, and looked on them, and cursed them in the name of the LORD. And there came forth two she bears out of the wood and tore forty and two children of them. "




Dave wrote on May 28, 2009 9:53 AM:

" Mr. Hamman, you are a sick man. Delusional and evil. "




Southern Belle wrote on May 28, 2009 9:51 AM:

" People like this give Christians a bad wrap....

Ever heard of "Love thy neighbor as thyself"? There's no footnote that says 'unless they are homosexual' ... I am embarrassed for this man. "




Paul Lynd wrote on May 28, 2009 9:51 AM:

" That's disgusting! "




LOL wrote on May 28, 2009 9:49 AM:

" The rest of the country is laughing at you, Wasilly. "




Naked Ape wrote on May 28, 2009 9:49 AM:

" I hope you were not wearing a polyester/cotton blend shirt when you typed that ignorant screed, according to Deuteronomy it is forbidden.

Deuteronomy 22:11 (King James Version)
11Thou shalt not wear a garment of divers sorts, as of woollen and linen together. "




Mr Meek wrote on May 28, 2009 9:47 AM:

" I forgive the journalist for this inciteful and ridiculous article. "




flippity floo wrote on May 28, 2009 9:47 AM:

" But I was taught that Jesus was a gay drug dealer. Everyone that saw him talk was tripping, seeing 'miracles' and he hung out with 12 guys and that fine looking hooker Mary, and he never touched her?

C'mon Jesus was gayer than a tennis helmet.

Not that there is anything wrong with that.

So how can the Anti-Christ be gay? "




TheCid wrote on May 28, 2009 9:46 AM:

" The text of the bible makes it very clear- it is a book of bigotry. The bible says to kill gays, atheists, and others; to enslave those from other countries; and many other abominable things besides. (Consider: the biblical punishment for getting raped is death!)

The bible, frankly, is a book of bronze-age mythology and superstition which should be shunned outright because its claims about the world are false (the sun does not go under the "pillars of the earth" at night!) and it preaches hatred and intolerance, making its claim to "morality" clear nonsense. "




Person wrote on May 28, 2009 9:45 AM:

" Do you believe in the rest of Leviticus? Do you keep slaves? Do you believe it heresy to oppose slavery? Do you keep kosher? Is every word in the Bible true? If you interpret, how do you know which parts are "truer" than other parts? I wish you well in your interpretations of the Bible. I hope that God really loves us all. "




jsc wrote on May 28, 2009 9:43 AM:

" Sorry Pastor but the antchristt will be a straight female and she is the current governor of Alaska.
In the bible women are nothing more than property. Your governor believes she should lead a nation. But, what to expect of a woman who thinks she is Moses? "




Steve wrote on May 28, 2009 9:43 AM:

" As a Christian, I believe in loving everyone as Christ loves us. Justifying hatred for homosexuals by twisting the scriptures is a terrible thing to do, and completely goes against the teachings of the church. "




mightybigcar wrote on May 28, 2009 9:42 AM:

" "the study of Bible prophecy includes verbiage as to the behavior of the one called 'that Wicked'"

"the verbiage is clear"

Verbiage. You keep using that word. I do not think it means what you think it means.

Check here: merriam-webster.com/dictionary/verbiage


I do think the primary definition is entirely appropriate, though.

PS You might have to put 3 w's and a dot in front of that site name above. Frontiersman is a little over-agressive in what it considers "inappropriate words". "




J wrote on May 28, 2009 9:42 AM:

" What everyone before me said. "




Moyle wrote on May 28, 2009 9:42 AM:

" Wow. Homosexuality is clearly the biggest sin in the Bible. in fact, this is such an important point it must be the first words in the Bible. Ummm, it's not? Well then it certainly MUST BE the First Commandment given to Moses. Oh, it's not? Well at least we have the considerable teachings of Crhist to guide us. Oh wait, he didn't have anything to say on this weighty subject? Then are you sure this is a Christian point of view? I was taught that Christ brought a new covenant. "




Darren wrote on May 28, 2009 9:40 AM:

" Could it be that this will be the predominate sin on earth when Christ descends from the clouds to fight against the armies of wickedness?

Murder, war and rape are fine, but love? Yeah that will be the subject of rapture. "




Wondering Jew wrote on May 28, 2009 9:39 AM:

" One thing we Jews are thankful for is being delivered from Hamman. "




A Conservative wrote on May 28, 2009 9:38 AM:

" Wow, I just began reading Ann Coulter's book "How to talk to a liberal" and she is spot on when she says a liberal will be "sputtering impotent rage" when confronted with the truth.........I can't wait to read the rest.

Good article "




teen gaytheist wrote on May 28, 2009 9:38 AM:

" Stay up there where it's cold Mr. Hamman, I enjoy the lower 48 where at least a handful of people are sane and kind, and a few even have a vague grasp of historical consciouness and logic. "




Jake D. wrote on May 28, 2009 9:37 AM:

" Fundamentalist Christians believe the Genesis to be the inerrant word of god. I wonder what what they think about Phil Collins' later music? "




OolonColuphid wrote on May 28, 2009 9:37 AM:

" A question for all the Christians here: How do you actually believe this stuff? Presumably, most of you are living at least semi-normal lives in a modern democracy, so how do you reconcile bronze-age myth with the modern world? Better yet, why do you even bother trying?

I have a hard time accepting that, deep-down, you people *really* believe what you claim to believe. "




Trish wrote on May 28, 2009 9:36 AM:

" I just love the smell of bigotry and hatred in the mornings. :( "




AverageJoe wrote on May 28, 2009 9:35 AM:

" As usual the bible-thumpers get it wrong. Jerry Falwell said the antichrist would be Jewish. He was close, but not 100% right. My wife and kids are Jewish. And I'm obviously not gay. "




Alaskan wrote on May 28, 2009 9:34 AM:

" You make me ashamed to be an Alaskan. "




tomcat wrote on May 28, 2009 9:34 AM:

" Keep trying to interpret your ancient scriptures while I study science. "




The Lost Prophyt wrote on May 28, 2009 9:34 AM:

" To all of you who have been whining about "don't force your homosexual lifestyle on those of us who disagree with it:"

What do you think that the GLBT community is trying to force its lifestyle on you? All they want is the right to equal treatment under the law, just like you. They're not trying to make you accept itt, nor are they trying to convert you.

And yet, you fight tooth and nail to make sure their lifestyle remains visibly lower-class, thus inflating your ego.

Why request relief when you yourself are not granting it? "




asdf wrote on May 28, 2009 9:32 AM:

" I guess if you concern yourself with what 'God' thinks of other people, you don't have to worry about what he thinks about you, or that giant plank in your eye.

This isn't the religion of Jesus... "




Mighty Fortress wrote on May 28, 2009 9:32 AM:

" Hamman says he "chooses" not to be Gay. Hmm. So, he's thought about it? Bi-curious, eh? Time to start dusting the altar boys for fingerprints. "




andrew wrote on May 28, 2009 9:30 AM:

" Utterly disgusting!

What kind of 'religion' do they teach up there? "




smijer wrote on May 28, 2009 9:28 AM:

" Forgive me jumping on the bandwagon... but Daniel is kind of an "Old Testament" type book. Whereas Christ (and therefore, the AntiChrist) are kind of "New Testament" type figures. If someone said "antiChrist" to Daniel, he would have had to say "anti-who?"

Using your logic, one would have to consider some King of Persia to have been gay, since that is the subject of Daniel 11. Probably Antiochus IV. But, he left a baby Antiochus V, so he must have figured out how to make babies that way... "




oh wow wrote on May 28, 2009 9:27 AM:

" Youre a fool, plain and (very) simple. "




The Tofu wrote on May 28, 2009 9:26 AM:

" You are a foolish and hateful human being, and should be ashamed of writing such nonsense. "




Alyzza wrote on May 28, 2009 9:26 AM:

" Well, that article represents two minutes of my life I'll never get back. Thanks Ron.

"Behold, this was the iniquity of thy sister Sodom, pride, fulness of bread, and abundance of idleness was in her and in her daughters, neither did she strengthen the hand of the poor and needy." -- Ezekiel 16:49 "




HappyNotGay wrote on May 28, 2009 9:25 AM:

" Personally, I believe the antichrist will come in the form of an Evangelical Christian Pastor.

The bible (for what it's worth) tells us the AC will pervert the faith - who better to pervert Christ's love (Agape (selfless love)) than a trusted person preaching hate, which is contrary to "the most important of these is love." "




Rob R. wrote on May 28, 2009 9:23 AM:

" Dear People of Wasilla,

Your newspapers are failing you! Demand better.

-Rob R. "




Lucifer wrote on May 28, 2009 9:22 AM:

" The biblical term (or equivalent) that you are looking for is sodomite.

Sodomy is the act, sodomite is the actor.

"You be the judge."

Thanks Rev, I will be. Try reading the New Testament and remember, judge not lest you be judged. Your type of Christianity is closer to the Money Changers in the temple than to the teachings of Christ. Actually your teachings seem opposite (anti?) the teachings of the Prince of Peace. "




Its funny because youre dumb wrote on May 28, 2009 9:21 AM:

" One could argue that millions of people only connected to society through a monitor and keyboard is a crime against nature, so the author of this story just might be the Antichrist.

Oh, and the Antichrist won't be one but many, and as the antithesis to Christ, who came to save the souls of man from the world, the Antichrists will logically come to save the world from man. "




Andrew Grabowski wrote on May 28, 2009 9:20 AM:

" Wow... Is this really a newspaper? I think The Onion is more professional than you bigots. "




ogie wrote on May 28, 2009 9:19 AM:

" 140 comments ...i didn't think there were that many people in Wasilla, dontchaknow. "




Lee Picton wrote on May 28, 2009 9:18 AM:

" When I see the ignorant rantings of hypocritical bigots like this, it make me really, really happy to be an atheist. "




Lagaidh wrote on May 28, 2009 9:18 AM:

" Wow. Now it's perfectly clear how Wasilla could elect a person with an IQ of 83 to be the mayor.

I'm amazed this tosh could make it to print. "




Pauly S wrote on May 28, 2009 9:16 AM:

" You too will be judged Ron...you sad biggot "




Confused wrote on May 28, 2009 9:15 AM:

" Oh... haha, for a minute there I thought this was serious. This is a satire piece right? "




Godsotherson wrote on May 28, 2009 9:15 AM:

" Wow, never ceases to amaze me how the religious right tries to use the bible as though it were a text book full of scientific facts and proven knowledge. The fact is that it was written eons ago, in many pieces by different authors, in a totally foreign language which was translated many many times before ever being put into early english. The meanings of many of the bible's stories were lost long ago or mistranslated, even Vatican researchers admit that most of it is totally misinterpreted nowadays, including the part under discussion here today. "




Liberace4chan wrote on May 28, 2009 9:15 AM:

" A homo anti-christ? The End Times are gonna be fabulous....great food, music, dancing and stylish clothes. "




Dangit I thought it was I wrote on May 28, 2009 9:14 AM:

" Dang, I thought for sure I was the Antichrist, but it looks like I'm out of luck, I don't like guys.

I do like several lesbian singers. Any chance you could add a few more ellipses to your cherry picked quote to get me back in the running? "




constitutionalist wrote on May 28, 2009 9:13 AM:

" hey religious nutjobs, please keep your bible loving common sense deficient THEORIES of of my constitutionally protected pursuit of happiness kthxbai "




Lib-ruL wrote on May 28, 2009 9:13 AM:

" The anti-christ is Fred Phelps. But that probably confirms your thesis rather than disproves it. "




El Freak wrote on May 28, 2009 9:12 AM:

" This is a newspaper? One that people actually buy and read? Jesus Christ. To think that we nearly had somebody from this town one heart attack away from the Presidency makes me shudder. "




Fact Not Fiction wrote on May 28, 2009 9:12 AM:

" I feel so sorry for your parishioners, having someone like you teaching them the bible. You're a prime example why people mis-quote the book so much.

There is an old saying..."better to be silent and let people think you're an idiot, than to open your mouth and remove all doubt" There is no longer any doubt about you! "




territ wrote on May 28, 2009 9:12 AM:

" Sodomy BEGAN in Sodom? Shyeah right.

I'm pretty sure cavemen were sticking it in each other long before that. Our close cousins the Bonobo's do it. Humans have been at it forever, too.

And why would sodomy be a more horrid "sin" than, say, raping a child, or killing an unarmed person in cold blood? God has some strange priorities. What consenting adults do with their genitals is the least of the worlds problems. "




Lee Picton wrote on May 28, 2009 9:06 AM:

" The fastest way to shut down crazies like this is to stop giving money to them! Ron, you are not only crazy, you are a bigot, and stupid. No rational person could possibly believe the made up horse puckey you are trying to feed to the ignorant. "




speedwell wrote on May 28, 2009 9:05 AM:

" It's not "the desire of women." It's "Desire of Women," a title, an alternate name of the god Tammuz. Sorry to rain on y'all's parade, but a little dab of history'll do ya... "




Visitor wrote on May 28, 2009 9:04 AM:

" If people were stupid, the author of this article would be China.

I "




Jeremiah wrote on May 28, 2009 9:02 AM:

" Was Christ himself anti-homosexual AT ALL?

What does Antichrist even mean?

Anti-peace? Anti-God? I mean even IF homosexuality was a SIN, it is said to love the SINNER and HATE THE SIN.

You can preach against homosexuality all you want but when you start to preach against people, you are basically doing anti-Christ work right there. "




WOW wrote on May 28, 2009 9:01 AM:

" Unbelievable and sad that so many out there believe this way. I can't image being homosexual myself. But, I also can't image being brainwashed by a book that uneducated people (by todays standards) hundreds of years ago created to make sense of and control the world around them. Times change. To try to interpret words (That have been translated this many times) so literally and to so blindly beleve them is just crazy! Oh well...We can't control other peoples thoughts. Science has just about squashed the Myth that is the bible...It seams only the crasiest still believe. "




Former subscriber wrote on May 28, 2009 9:01 AM:

" I hope printing this garbage was worth losing one homosexual subscriber. Good riddance, and your editor should be fired. "




GodlessGreg wrote on May 28, 2009 9:00 AM:

" Could the anti-christ be a straight woman? She wouldn't have desire of woman.

Oh wait...what am I thinking. The bible hates women.

:-) "




Ginger wrote on May 28, 2009 8:59 AM:

" It's really a shame that you miss the entire meaning of the story of Sodom, God was willing to SPARE it if they only found one righteous person - which shows the extent of God's mercy, not his wrath.

You say also Sodomy was the one sin God was willing to come to the earth to destroy. Funny, my Bible shows that while he was willing to destroy one town for sodomy, he flooded the whole EARTH for the sinful nature of man.

But as always, the sin of others is always worse than ours. "




the antichristian wrote on May 28, 2009 8:59 AM:

" PLEASE! Who are you and where did you receive your education? Or do you just come from a VERY small gene pool. Yep! That's right! Gene pool - as in evolution. You sould like someone who has never loved anyone. Anyone who loves another person knows that it is the LOVE that's important. Love is what Jesus was about. What a shame that you christians have destroyed that message with your hateful way of looking at life. SHAME ON CHRISTIANS everywhere for spreading such anti-christian ideas!! "




Lars wrote on May 28, 2009 8:59 AM:

" Is this really a newspaper in Alaska, or is it a fake news site like "The Onion"? "




Bin Laden wrote on May 28, 2009 8:58 AM:

" I'm so glad to see that you also are worried about this. We here in the caves of Pakistan have been deeply troubled by the signs of the End Days. I'm glad to hear that wise people such as yourselves in America too can see the truth and the light of the Almighty. Let us be friends then. For so little ultimately divides us. We can wage war on the sinners, fornicators, homosexuals, feminists, promulgators of the UN Charter, godless Jews, and other enemies of the Truth. For verily I say onto you that you have made my day. "




Variable wrote on May 28, 2009 8:58 AM:

" It is interesting just how finely Mr Hamman cherry picks his Bible quotes. He tells us all about Lot offering his daughters as a substitute to the townspeople to avoid a nasty bout of homosexuality on his doorstep. Fair enough.
But has he ever read on about how Lot goes up into the hills and has incestuous sex with those daughters?
No, he doesn't read the awkward bits.
That's because he's a tub-thumping hypocrite. "




KReader wrote on May 28, 2009 8:58 AM:

" It's your religion, not mine. Keep your hatred, judgment, and intolerance out of my government and my life. "




Tony P wrote on May 28, 2009 8:57 AM:

" Oooo, let it be me! Let it be me! I'm gay and could really dig the role of the anti-Christ. "




Thoughtful atheist wrote on May 28, 2009 8:57 AM:

" Actually, I've always thought the Antichrist will come from the extreme Christian right. Among other things, the Antichrist will be the ultimate perversion of the true message of Jesus, and those folks are getting there fast! What greater sin could there be than twisting the word of God to suit your own bigoted view, and then seek to control others with it. "




Ricky Gremlin wrote on May 28, 2009 8:57 AM:

" i hope god makes you gay. "




Dan wrote on May 28, 2009 8:57 AM:

" I thought the babby Jebus said not to judge? Doochebag, "




Dave wrote on May 28, 2009 8:55 AM:

" You should be embarrassed. "




emotion_lotion wrote on May 28, 2009 8:55 AM:

" Yes he will. This has already been covered by the great biblical scholars Trey Parker and Matt Stone. He will be homosexual, Saddam Hussein will be his boyfriend and Mormanism is the only religion that will let you get into heaven. "




Speedy Salmon wrote on May 28, 2009 8:55 AM:

" Right on, brother Hamman! You've just done a marvelous job of confirming how the rest of the world sees rural Alaska -- a backwater refuge for ignorant religious fanatics and their low-browed friends. I think that you would make an excellent member of Sarah Palin's cabinet. "




Steve Crisp wrote on May 28, 2009 8:54 AM:

" Excellent article. "




adam greene wrote on May 28, 2009 8:54 AM:

" I guess no one noticed that in the New Testament Jesus said "....and the sin of Sodom and Gomorrha was pride."

It's much easier to foster hate against a group than call people out for a sin they are all guilty of. "




Dr Eric Hansen wrote on May 28, 2009 8:54 AM:

" While I like to think that humanity has become more intelligent over the years, this man's ideas clearly illustrate otherwise. If we can't improve over what primitive (yes, 2000 years ago people were much more primitive than today) people thought and wrote, we have a serious problem. "




Scared from Chicago wrote on May 28, 2009 8:53 AM:

" I like "GoGo's" comment. This writer is an idiot. I say all "anti-christs" unite. For a religion who should all "love one another", you sure do hate a lot of beliefs!! May you be condemmed for your small-mindedness. You scare me. "




Justin Shady wrote on May 28, 2009 8:53 AM:

" I have my own take on it right here: theblarg.wordpress.com/2009/05/28/will-the-antichrist-be-pastor-ron-hamman-of-the-independent-baptist-church-in-wasilla-alaska/ "




Amanda wrote on May 28, 2009 8:52 AM:

" This will be the most disgusting hate-mongering excuse for journalism I'll read this year, I can count on it. "




Heathen wrote on May 28, 2009 8:52 AM:

" Next time, actually read the story of Sodom and Gomorrah. Sodom's sin was Pride, not homosexuality. "




COMALite J wrote on May 28, 2009 8:51 AM:

" Hey, Mr. Hamman, Tom, and others who believe that the Bible as we have it today is accurate, try this experiment:

Go outside and find a cricket. Or a grasshopper. Or a locust, if those are in your neck o’ the woods. Or any other winged insect (“flying creeping thing”).

Now count the legs. Actually feel the legs to make sure. Look at them with a magnifying glass if you need to.

Now read Leviticus 11:20–23.

OOPS! Did Almighty, All-KNOWING God, who created ALL things INCLUDING the insects, just FORGET how many legs He gave them!? "




ed wrote on May 28, 2009 8:50 AM:

" Why is it that fundies have to take a quote out of context to try and make a point? In any case; FAIL. "




Meow Said the Dog wrote on May 28, 2009 8:50 AM:

" Hello everyone. I do not believe this is true because there is no such thing as the Anti-Christ. It is just something made up to scare children into dressing up and following rules. Also please do not be so angry at this man and try to see this from two sides. One side says this makes no sense and he is the bigot. The other side says it is very good that this paper allows mentally disabled people to write for them. "




Joe Leven wrote on May 28, 2009 8:50 AM:

" It is amazing how supposedly smart people can open a book and pick out things that force their point of view no matter how messed up and offensive it may be.

To bring this question up is full of ignorance and truly contemptible. Demonizing gay people is no different than demonizing blacks or people with red hair. You do realize that The antichrist is supposedly Left-handed. Are all lefties demonic as well? "




Chris wrote on May 28, 2009 8:49 AM:

" "There is no greater sin against God than to reject how he made you..."

Which is why I've been in a loving relationship with the kindest man I've ever known for almost 10 years. "




ErnestPayne wrote on May 28, 2009 8:49 AM:

" The comments, in the vast majority, restore my faith in Alaskans and the the Palin brood is, like this idiot, an aberration. "




wayne wrote on May 28, 2009 8:49 AM:

" found this article on drew curtis fark.com.
every once in a while i run across something so foolish i laugh the entire day. today this one made my day.

wayne
newfoundland,canada "




BillyP wrote on May 28, 2009 8:48 AM:

" Looks like someone spent the whole winter alone in his cabin. "




only God Can Judge wrote on May 28, 2009 8:47 AM:

" Actually, no, "You" can't be the judge.

Luke 6:37
“Judge not, and you will not be judged; condemn not, and you will not be condemned; forgive, and you will be forgiven;

Religion has a place in the hearts of people, and in the churches. But, religion has no place in politics. Whenever God gets involved in political matters people die. Extreme religious persons cause wars.

As a wise man once told me:
Generally good people do good things and bad people do bad things; but only God can get good people to do bad things. "




OS wrote on May 28, 2009 8:47 AM:

" In the beginning, man created god... "




XXXtian wrote on May 28, 2009 8:45 AM:

" Sir, I thank you for tackling the tough issues. In these end times, we need help pinpointing the Antichrist. Some might argue that real world issues, such as the "economy" or "crippling poverty" or "incurable diseases" are more important to deal with. But not you sir. You understand that what we need most now is to spend our time discussing what amounts to a small footnote in the bible. Given your dedication to this narrow topic, I can only assume you must be a learned and scholarly man indeed! Keep ignoring the "scientists" who say homosexuality is not a choice. "




Ex-Alaskan wrote on May 28, 2009 8:44 AM:

" Sodomy is defined as non-vaginal sex in some places. Marv Albert was convicted for sodomy for receiving oral sex.

To say that" “Neither shall he [Antichrist] regard... the desire of women....” As I said at the onset, I am not the first to draw attention to this, but the verbiage is clear." "

Does that mean the Pope is the AntiChrist? Or anyone else who doesn't regard the desire of women? "




StrongRock1083 wrote on May 28, 2009 8:42 AM:

" The Gospel According to St. Matthew, Chapter VI: "Be not like the hypocrites who make a great show of their religion in the streets and temples . . . ." The whole chapter contains only the words of Jesus, with no commentary, and Jesus twice reiterates that speaking of your faith in public is hyprocrisy. No where else in the Bible does He repeat himself on any subject. Websters' defines "fundament" as "buttocks." You Fundamentalists need to get your heads out of your fundaments, and as for the "mentalists" part . . . . "




KevinfromCali wrote on May 28, 2009 8:42 AM:

" Christ you're all idiots. This is news? You need to get to the lower 48 every now and then. You watch way too much tv. "




I hate xtian hypocrisy wrote on May 28, 2009 8:40 AM:

" Nice way to end the article, "You be the judge."

Maybe you should read that "good book" of your's.

Judge not, that you be not judged. For with the judgment that you pronounce you will be judged, and the measure you give will be the measure you get. Why do you see the speck that is in your brother's eye, but do not notice the log that is in your own eye? Or how can you say to your brother, "Let me take the speck out of your eye," when there is the log in your own eye? "




sjohnson301 wrote on May 28, 2009 8:38 AM:

" While religion is a farce and a joke, I am tolerant of the brainwashed masses who believe in a magic man in the sky.

However, I cannot tolerate articles like this. This belongs in a church bulletin, not a newspaper. "




EducatedBeliever wrote on May 28, 2009 8:38 AM:

" Dear Sir,

Have you ever heard of the great commission. You know, the whole "go into the world and preach the gospel to every creature"??? Has this become the gospel? I think for many people like yourself (sadly) the answer is yes.
I won't judge you because I feel sorry for you. Please, take a long hard look in the mirror and picture our Creator asking you,"WHY WHY WHY????" "




Joe Shmoe wrote on May 28, 2009 8:34 AM:

" I can't believe that any self-respecting periodical would engage this topic within its pages. Despite the author's claims that the idea didn't originate with him, publication of such asinine remarks only solidifies the bigoted support base of those who seek to turn our democracy into a theocracy. Is there no more worthy piece of spiritually related information to report, that the author must resort to speculation regarding the nature of a fictional character from a book of the Bible that history's most prominent biblical scholars have rejected as lunacy? Shame on the frontiersman for propagating hateful speech. "




Greg wrote on May 28, 2009 8:33 AM:

" I can't think of a better description of the Anti Christ than a minister who preaches the exact opposite of Christ, hate. "




Magorn wrote on May 28, 2009 8:27 AM:

" as any dolt even passingly Familiar with ancient cultures, particularly near-Eastern nomadic ones knows- the Sin of Sodom was not a sexual one but a far graver thing: the breaking of the sacred laws of hospitality. Every culture on earth at the time held that once a visitor had broken bread with you and been invited under your roof, it was the most contemptible and unforgivable thing to offer them violence or allow them to come to harm. This was a universal cultural constant from Ireland to Greece to the ends of the known world at the time. "




Trish wrote on May 28, 2009 8:27 AM:

" ...

People have the right and freedom to break God's law and then face them on their own, to deny that right is the greatest thing you can steal from them. People make mistakes and bad choices so that they can improve and find the right path, to create law to prohibit people of doing such is to Play God and deny people the right to better themselves before the Lord. To deny them the Journey of discovery that God laid out for them. "




OolonColuphid wrote on May 28, 2009 8:25 AM:

" I'm glad I'm not a Christian. You and your kind are making them all look like idiots. "




Tris wrote on May 28, 2009 8:24 AM:

" ...

We as Man cannot know intimately what God's true desires are for Man. If we could, then there would not be the many different Christian sects in the world; each one decreeing they are the true word of God.

Man must Judge by Man's law, God will Judge by God's law. This was the purpose of Christ on the Cross.

Man has one law. Thou shall not steal, every other law comes directly from this. Stealing belongings, life, trust, ideas, and peoples freedoms. "




Herself wrote on May 28, 2009 8:21 AM:

" You know, that guy Jesus never married, wore a dress and hung around with 12 guys. "




THIS IS SILLY wrote on May 28, 2009 8:21 AM:

" YES, PLEASE, i NEED A RELIGIOUS LEADER TO LECTURE ME ON "HISTORICAL REVISIONISM".

BUT I GUESS THEY WOULD BE THE MOST FAMILIAR WITH THE CONCEPT "




Trish wrote on May 28, 2009 8:20 AM:

" 3) Practically every other Law in the Old Testement is conveniently ignored. Shelfish? Mixed Fibres? Woman as people and not objects? Any true Christian woman would be soft spoken if at all and a housewife and baby factory, or a Nun

4) Here is the big killer of the Christian agenda. The biggest sin in North America right now is Blasphemy. Judging others and punishing others under the assumed laws of God is to assume you know God and are his equal. "




tiredofallthecrap wrote on May 28, 2009 8:19 AM:

" People like the author of this article are the reason why I stopped practicing Christianity "




Trish wrote on May 28, 2009 8:18 AM:

" There are some obvious flaws to this article even from a Christian standpoint

1) Man is not held to Old Law. Anything that happened in the Old Testement was made Moot in the New Testement.

2) The word used for the Men mentioned in Sodom in the original vernacular meant Prostitute and was used to describe them as church prostitutes specifically. "




Oliver wrote on May 28, 2009 8:18 AM:

" Do they have schools in Alaska? "




Deeptoad wrote on May 28, 2009 8:17 AM:

" Please...

Stay up there in Alaska. We don't have room down here in the livable states for that much crazy.

Signed,
Everyone "




Alan the Empiricist wrote on May 28, 2009 8:15 AM:

" To support his claims, the author uses only a violent, intolerant, and self-referential book written a couple thousand years ago. How about a different approach - one in which we look for empirical evidence that public scrutiny of private matters objectively affects real-world outcomes of any importance?

I would invite the author to write another piece in which he does exactly that. I predict it will be very brief. Oh, also what's an antichrist? Any proof based on objective data, that this mythical beast exists or will exist? "




Jean heterosexual and Christian wrote on May 28, 2009 8:15 AM:

" Sir, you need psychological help. Our God and his Son are deeply disturbed by your hateful and sinful judgment of others. YOU are the one who is sinning. I do not believe that homosexuals are sinning because God created them that way (this is not a lifestyle choice that one can control or deny, although many have led an uphappy life trying). God would not create someone who is inherently wrong and sinful. "




muffin wrote on May 28, 2009 8:15 AM:

" Jokes on you, you think god is real. "




well wrote on May 28, 2009 8:14 AM:

" Why is God always such a mean, hateful deviant that he would destroy people instead of helping his "children"? Sodom isn't the only example of God being just a kid burning ants with a magnifying glass. He killed all the firstborn in Egypt as a distraction! Couldn't he have just said from the heavens "HEY. GOD HERE, LET MY CHILDREN GO". I'm positive that would have worked much better.

We know he is a jealous petty deity because he told us so but does he have to be so mean all the time? "




Darren wrote on May 28, 2009 8:13 AM:

" The stupid is strong with this one.... "




peter wrote on May 28, 2009 8:13 AM:

" well sir i may be an idiot, but there is one thing i am not sir, and that, sir, is an idiot. "




Regular Guy wrote on May 28, 2009 8:13 AM:

" Yep, god is fictional and any reasonable person can understand that. To believe in a mythical sky being would indicate mental illness. In my opinion this guy needs psychiatric help or at least a good talking to.

Alternatively this rhetoric also gives me the impression he is a conflicted homosexual himself. "




StunnedSilence wrote on May 28, 2009 8:12 AM:

" Ron, are you gay? Because after reading that, I'm pretty sure you are the Anti-Christ. "




Sarah P wrote on May 28, 2009 8:12 AM:

" Nice job Ron, so sayeth the Lord! "




Bob Frapples wrote on May 28, 2009 8:12 AM:

" True Christians do not concern themselves with the sin of others. We worry about keeping our own houses in order, love our neighbors as ourselves, do unto others as we would have them do unto us, and leave the judging to God.

My savior, Jesus Christ, preached concepts like peace, love, understanding, and forgiveness. Those of us who bask in the glory of His Gospel do not practice sinful behaviors like hatred, bigotry, or discrimination.

Judgment is not our job. It's God's job, and His alone. "




Lumberjack wrote on May 28, 2009 8:11 AM:

" Uh...hasn't anyone seen the ad in the middle of the article? It's a gay network. Simply awesome. "




Theologue wrote on May 28, 2009 8:11 AM:

" The sin of Sodom was inhospitality. Nothing else besides. "




Richard wrote on May 28, 2009 8:07 AM:

" I fight it. I really do. I don't usually read the comments on online newspaper stories. They're usually filled with incompetant, fear- and hate-mongerers. However, this scenario looks to be the exact reversal.

This kind of stuff is silly. Seriously. Grow up. "




Jett wrote on May 28, 2009 8:06 AM:

" You give us Christians a bad name. "




Luke M wrote on May 28, 2009 8:06 AM:

" You are a crazy person. "




Matt in Texas wrote on May 28, 2009 8:06 AM:

" Wow...we have a lot of fundamentalist whack jobs down here, but this moron really takes the cake.

The Bible is a lot more concerned with adultery than it is homosexuality. It also forbids you to eat shellfish...ever had any lobster up there in Alaska, Mr. Hammypocrite? "




jason wrote on May 28, 2009 8:04 AM:

" "there is no greater way to reject the Creator than to reject your gender and his design for it"

really? wouldn't it be a worse offense to your creator to destroy one of his creations, a la murder? there's even a commandment for that one. "




Contextualista wrote on May 28, 2009 8:02 AM:

" "In effect, there is no greater sin against God than to reject how he made you, and no greater sin against women than to reject how God made them."

Are there no women in your town who are allowed to read the newspaper? Because that is a staggeringly homocentric sentence. "




Alex wrote on May 28, 2009 8:02 AM:

" I have never been to Alaska. Does this guy represent the beliefs of most people up there? I know Sarah Palin is from this town and she does not believe in evolution. I also heard her husband was a member of a group that wants Alaska to become a separate country. Why don't they just do this and take all the 'real Americans' with them. "




Richard wrote on May 28, 2009 8:02 AM:

" Cool story, bro.

Now shut up and let people live their lives however they were born, be it gay or straight. "




Whcgonzo wrote on May 28, 2009 7:59 AM:

" Thank "god" you guys are far, far away. Next time you see Putin from your front porch, tell him we are open to offers for Alaska. Inhabitants included. "




nathan wrote on May 28, 2009 7:57 AM:

" Do not unto others, that which thou would do or that I would not do or that others think I would not do if they were me, but do unto others that which thee would not do and thou think I would do except I probably wouldn't do that at all.
- Confusions 1:69 "




nathan wrote on May 28, 2009 7:56 AM:

" Pop Quiz: God wants Adam & Eve to stay the heck away from the tree of...

A) Irony
B) Keebler elves
C) Knowledge

Learning & knowledge is the last thing the bible wants from you. Only when you free your mind of the burden of thought, are you truly free to obey. "




HurfDurfery wrote on May 28, 2009 7:56 AM:

" This has to be the dumbest, most asinine thing I have read on the internet today. Congratulations! "




Youreajoke wrote on May 28, 2009 7:55 AM:

" This article is strong with stupid. I wish I could have that minute of my life back. "




Rational Joe wrote on May 28, 2009 7:55 AM:

" Ha ha! Oh man, that's good stuff! Next question: is Santa seriously considering moving to the South Pole? "




Amused wrote on May 28, 2009 7:54 AM:

" You fail it, Ron. "




gogo wrote on May 28, 2009 7:52 AM:

" you,sir, are an idiot "




awake wrote on May 28, 2009 7:51 AM:

" So, the couple verses you attribute to homosexuals are what need to be studied? How about the bulk of the bible that says women are no more then property? You can sell your daughters, marry several women (as long as you pay for them), and beat them if they don't respect you? Why not preach on that? Isn't your govenor an abomination before the lord? How dare you follow a woman when god's word is clear that women are inferior and unable to comprehend a man's world? "




superfly wrote on May 28, 2009 7:50 AM:

" You all know there is no god right? He is just something we tell kids about like Santa Claus. "




Former Christian wrote on May 28, 2009 7:47 AM:

" "And that Lot himself understood their intentions is clear; not only did he call such behavior wicked, but he also offered his virgin daughters as substitutes"

... because turning over your virgin daughters to be gang raped is SO much better. Morality and the old testament are mutually exclusive. "




USA wrote on May 28, 2009 7:47 AM:

" The antichrist will be a hatemongering redneck preacher. Count on it. "




Pendy wrote on May 28, 2009 7:47 AM:

" I suspect the Antichrist will be an ignorant, homophobe, redneck, self-proclaimed journalist.
Just my guess. "




Dave Waller wrote on May 28, 2009 7:46 AM:

" Religion has caused every problem in the history of man. I'm sure without it homosexuals would be accepted like they should be now. How pathetic, grown men and women scared and offended by gays. Know what? I'm offended by you religious peoples cults and crosses. "




Rob wrote on May 28, 2009 7:45 AM:

" "I choose NOT to be a Homosexual/Sodomist and it is clearly stated in the bible as a sin. "

So, what does the label on your shirt say? Is it mixed fibers?

Have you had any shrimp lately? "




Just a guy. wrote on May 28, 2009 7:44 AM:

" This is news? Really?! "




Mr. Knowitall wrote on May 28, 2009 7:41 AM:

" God is man made. There is no point or reasoning to this life. You live, you die and that's that.
So why not respect each other along with all of our differences.
If you learn to live and let live and keep your lame religious beliefs to yourself you'll make a lot more friends. "




Kirstin wrote on May 28, 2009 7:35 AM:

" Don't we have worse problems in the world to worry about than who some people want to love? "




rizzo wrote on May 28, 2009 7:34 AM:

" Good sire, my neighbor doth trim the hair at his temples. What method of death would you recommend I use on him? Should he be crucified or stoned, I simply cannot choose which. "




joanne wrote on May 28, 2009 7:17 AM:

" You really can't be serious? "




Highly Indignant wrote on May 28, 2009 6:38 AM:

" The problem with these two-bit, apartment over the corner gas station preachers is that they are woefully undereducated and unprepared to meet the challenges of modern civilization/high tech society. They are ignorant and bigoted. They get so involved in their own little cults that they lose any perspective about today's real problems. If Ron had any common sense and true love for the people, he would stop worrying about homosexuals, the rapture, etc., and he would address real time issues such as the economy and health care. I do judge you, Ron, you are not being helpful to anyone. "




Dave wrote on May 28, 2009 6:22 AM:

" The author states that the rubble of Sodom stands as a warning for us today.

Where is this rubble, sir? Surely you can point me to a link showing photos of it, right?

Or maybe you're as ignorant of history as you are of reality. What a sad, pathetic human being you are. "




Sam wrote on May 28, 2009 6:09 AM:

" Mr. Hamman,
You've obviously made a very careful study of the Bible and the meaning behind the written Word. I've read that the old testament was written mostly in Hebrew and a bit of Aramaic. Of the portions your reference, which language was it originally written in? I know to reach your conclusions you must have a good grasp of both languages to avoid historical revisionism. Could you point me to anything you've published from your perspective on the historical nuances of the ancient linguistics employed in the original Bible texts? "




Jimmy wrote on May 28, 2009 5:18 AM:

" Seriously... Give it up fundies. The battle is over, you lost, and your continuing harping about "Teh Gehys" just makes you all look like the small-minded bigots you are. Tend to your own lives, and let others live theirs. "




Jesus Christ wrote on May 28, 2009 5:13 AM:

" Seriously? I come down there, teach you all as much as possible, get tortured and crucified for my troubles, and THIS is what you took away from it?

Knock it off! "




hmmm wrote on May 27, 2009 11:30 PM:

" for this same purpose have I raised thee up, that I might shew my power in thee, and that my name might be declared throughout all the earth. Therefore hath he mercy on whom he will have mercy, and whom he will he hardeneth. Thou wilt say then unto me, Why doth he yet find fault? For who hath resisted his will? Nay but, O man, who art thou that repliest against God? Shall the thing formed say to him that formed it, Why hast thou made me thus" -- Romans 9:11-22 "




hmmm wrote on May 27, 2009 11:28 PM:

" There's nothing you can do about it.

"For the children being not yet born, neither having done any good or evil, that the purpose of God according to election might stand, not of works, but of him that calleth. .... For he saith to Moses, I will have mercy on whom I will have mercy, and I will have compassion on whom I will have compassion. So then it is not of him that willeth, nor of him that runneth, but of God that sheweth mercy. For the scripture saith unto Pharaoh, Even "




hmmm wrote on May 27, 2009 11:21 PM:

" "This woman said unto me, Give thy son, that we may eat him to day, and we will eat my son to morrow. So we boiled my son, and did eat him: and I said unto her on the next day, Give thy son, that we may eat him." 2 Kings 6:28-29 "




hmm wrote on May 27, 2009 11:13 PM:

" He that putteth his trust in the LORD shall be made fat. -- Proverbs 28:25
I think I'd rather be homosexual than fat. "




hmmm wrote on May 27, 2009 11:09 PM:

" If a damsel that is a virgin be betrothed unto an husband, and a man find her in the city, and lie with her; Then ye shall bring them both out unto the gate of that city, and ye shall stone them with stones that they die; the damsel, because she cried not, being in the city. -- Deuteronomy 22:23-24 "




hmm wrote on May 27, 2009 11:06 PM:

" better not even have a wet dream!
Deuteronomy 23:10-11
If there be among you any man, that is not clean by reason of uncleanness that chanceth him by night, then shall he go abroad out of the camp, he shall not come within the camp. But it shall be, when evening cometh on, he shall wash himself with water: and when the sun is down, he shall come into the camp again. "




hmm wrote on May 27, 2009 11:00 PM:

" Whosoever ... hath any blemish, let him not approach to offer the bread of his God. For whatsoever man he be that hath a blemish, he shall not approach: a blind man, or a lame, or he that hath a flat nose, or any thing superfluous, Or a man that is brokenfooted, or brokenhanded, Or crookbackt, or a dwarf, or that hath a blemish in his eye, or be scurvy, or scabbed, or hath his stones broken; No man that hath a blemish of the seed of Aaron the priest shall come nigh to offer th "




hmm wrote on May 27, 2009 10:56 PM:

" Sometimes God kills newborn babies to punish blasphemy.

"Because by this deed thou hast given great occasion to the enemies of the LORD to blaspheme, the child also that is born unto thee shall surely die." -- 2 Samuel 12:14 "




hmm wrote on May 27, 2009 10:54 PM:

" After Judah pays Tamar for her services, he is told that she "played the harlot" and "is with child by whoredom." When Judah hears this, he says, "Bring her forth, and let her be burnt."genesis 38:24 "




soldierofzion wrote on May 27, 2009 9:59 PM:

" Those that have a problem with judging.Remember the context of judging in Matt 7:1-2 Be willing to take what you dish out in judgmnt.Read 1 Cor. 2:15 "But he that is spiritual judgeth all things, yet he himself is judged of no man."Jesus said, "He that rejecteth me, and receiveth not my words, hath one that judgeth him: the word that I have spoken, the same shall judge him in the last day."Jn 12:48 "He that is of God heareth God's words: ye therefore hear them not because ye are not of God."Jn 8:47 Amen 100% Bro. Hammon!!! "




You should know wrote wrote on May 27, 2009 9:54 PM:

" a close friend of mine is gay. I accept him as gay and he accepts me as not gay. I don't judge him. His judgement day will come as mine will surely come. Mr. Hamman wrote an informative letter based on his beliefs and those beliefs are shared by many. I say live and let live. "




Twister wrote on May 27, 2009 9:17 PM:

" I like to rape, steal and lie. So the way I read the Bible says that it's OK to do all these things. That's how I 'interpret' the Bible. And if I find any other 'sins' that I want to do, I'll find some way to twist the Bible into somehow, illogically and oddly condoning those things, too. After all, the Bible was written in such a way as to allow man to do whatever in the heck he wanted, then contort the meaning to make it OK.


DUH!!!! "




Joe Zelinski wrote on May 27, 2009 8:11 PM:

" Best I can guess is The Christ was homosexual because of his constant contact with men and few if any women. Being that the Christ child was a product of rape does tend towards making me believe he was a mess growing up.. "




Yep wrote on May 27, 2009 8:00 PM:

" Since Constantine I, there've been more than 80 versions of the bible--including revisions to the King James.

Additionally, there are Catholic, Jehovahs Witness, Protestant--even Jewish--bibles.

Anyone who says they take the bible literally needs to read ALL of the bibles, then justify which of the 80-plus they subscribe to and why they rejected all others. Otherwise, they lack integrity.

There've been so many fingers in the bible-pie, how can any intelligent, spiritual person not question the validity of the document(s)?

God must be horrified by man's obvious manipulative attempts to convey His "message". "




Chris wrote on May 27, 2009 6:04 PM:

" As a "practicingt" homosexual, I can assure you I would NEVER sleep with a man in the way I would sleep with a woman. It just would never happen. I would sleep with a woman like I would sleep with my sister.

I would sleep with a man as a lover, I would never ever sleep with the two in the same way. So perhaps God is speaking clearly about bisexuality?

I believe God's beef with Sodom was actually about rape. That is how I read the scripture. Sorry haters. "




Oarlock wrote on May 27, 2009 5:28 PM:

" Haven't we found that many of those peaching against homosexuality...were, are, in fact, homosexuals. Is Mr. Hamman a homosexual? Has any one inquired? This may be the same self hatered we have seen amongst other Baptists and Evangelicals.

He doesn't appear to be a bible scholar, eother.. "




Jeremiah wrote on May 27, 2009 5:14 PM:

" It seems very possible that the Anti -Christ will be a homosexual since he is against everything Christian.
I disagree stongly with homosexuallty/sodomy and if you live that lifestyle there are consequences.
Just dont force your gay lifestyle on people who diagree. "




Nonsense wrote on May 27, 2009 4:22 PM:

" First of all, why is a newspaper printing this garbage? Are they so desperate for readers that they are willing to sink so low?

This is just one of those preachers that pick and chose who to hate today. If these nut jobs truly followed the bible, they would eat Kosher, follow the Sabbath, men would all be circumsiced and women would have no business in politics. What gives them the authority to pick and chose? With Christians like these, who needs the Taliban? "




Matthew wrote on May 27, 2009 3:30 PM:

" Interesting, I thought Ezekiel said the sin of Sodom was, "Behold, this was the iniquity of thy sister Sodom: pride, fulness of bread, and prosperous ease was in her and in her daughters; neither did she strengthen the hand of the poor and needy."

Ezekiel 16:49

Another fanatic picking and choosing Scripture. "




Interesting wrote on May 27, 2009 3:21 PM:

" Isn't it interesting that in the Lot story, Mr. Hamman (and in his defense, much of modern Christianity) believes that the "sin of sodom" was was male homosexuality - as expressed by the townsmen's desire to "know" Lot's visitors. This, while Judaism and much of early Christianity tends to think that the great sin exhibited by those men was in fact the desire to gang rape Lot's visitors. The Hebrew doctrine of hospitality and protection of visitors was violated by those men. Rape is a pretty strong offense. Interesting how the Christians changed the meaning of this passage relatively recently. "




getagrip wrote on May 27, 2009 3:12 PM:

" If you look at the whole story of Sodom, I think the sin was that the men were raping angels...not the act of sodomy.

to understands sexual politcs -May 27, 2009 12:28 AM...your interpretation of Daniel, chapter 11, verse 37, makes more sense....in order to "disregard" the desire of women, wouldn’t the AC first have to desire women.

Giving civil rights to gays in no way limits anyone's freedom to practice & teach their religion. It just means you may not control others as you do not want others to control you. "




Madmans interpretation wrote on May 27, 2009 3:04 PM:

" I guess if we followed Mr. Hamman's interpretations, we should offer our virgin daughters to homosexuals. It also seems that in his view, prostitution and adult movies (the Fronteirsman wouldn't let me quote from the article) are godly.

What a bunch of nonsense. This man is a madman. Completely certifiable. "




Religious View wrote on May 27, 2009 1:57 PM:

" Seems to me the men of Sodom had more respect for Lot's daughters, than Lot did. More power to them. Obviously, they were the greater men and showed more class than Lot.

Interesting that this fellow--Mister Hammon--chose text from the bible that ultimately glorifies the men of Sodom.

If there's a Mrs. Hammon, does she obey and manifest the intentions of Paul's (in Romans I) assertions? Doesn't speak well of her if she does, does it? We have a word for that you can't find in the bible. "




MAXKATT from NY wrote on May 27, 2009 1:55 PM:

" There is a perfectly good explanation for all of this. Clearly the men who made up the ficticious work we call the Bible were self loathing closeted homophobes. Today we refer to them as Republicans or priests. "




really wrote on May 27, 2009 1:53 PM:

" It is both outrageous and unthinkable that such rantings by a lunatic would be published by a newspaper. Somehow, I do not think this author is kidding, nor do I think he is sane. This kind of hatred and prejudice is something we should not cloak in any other terms. This is not a man looking for cultural discussion or a political debate. This is intolerance of the purest kind. Why print this? Seriously, why print this? Thanks Ron Hamman for making sure that I participate in PrideFest 2009 June 9-13 in Anchorage in support of homosexual friends, neighbors,family,teachers,doctors... "




Sad wrote on May 27, 2009 12:59 PM:

" I happen to think what Mr. Hamman wrote was right on. Homosexuallity is detestable, call it hate. It is time for Americans to begin to stand up against what is clearly wrong. Its time to stop caring about who me might offend. I just read that the American Flag itself was offensive to some poeple in Texas, well WHO THE HECK CARES! ITS MY FLAG DARNIT!

WE THE PEOPLE of the United States of America!! "




Embarrassed of the Valleys Paper wrote on May 27, 2009 10:57 AM:

" Wonderful title of this article! ...Though I prefer to read it in The Onion. Here the writer pulls one over on The Frontiersman and its readers. Have heart and stop toying with these poor small towners, they don't know that you're punking them (or what punk means in the context.) I've recently been confused about why newspapers are failing, and why people are leaving the church. This article clears up both questions, thank you. "




another reason wrote on May 27, 2009 10:46 AM:

" another reason to NOT be a christian. What a bunch of fruit cakes. Didn't Lot sleep with his daughter too? "




Puhleeese wrote on May 27, 2009 9:49 AM:

" This serves as a reminder that the bible was written by men with a self-interest in controlling the masses through their values--not God's, not Christ's.

Let's see now...God comes down from the heavens to inflict punishment on homosexuals. Uh-huh. Did anyone get a look at what color eyes he had? Hair? Size of his hands? Age? Are ya kidding?! If someone saw God, I guarantee you, they'd be talking about what he looked like.

More bible gobbledy-gook. Just a buncha frustrated men sittin' around a table... "




Christian wrote on May 27, 2009 8:06 AM:

" I am assuming that Protected Class was writing about my earlier comments. I am a born-again Christian and I am not gay. The great problem of evangelicals is that they use the phrase "Hate the sin but love the sinner." What I see many evangelicals doing is hating the sin and the sinner. That drives Christians like me away from your mean essays and beliefs - as it does many non-kChristians. "




to understands sexual politcs wrote on May 27, 2009 12:28 AM:

" I was also disgusted by Lot offering to prostitute his own daughters, and Mr. Hamann's failure to address this issue while further reducing women to merely sexual objects expected to submit whenever called upon.

I also agree with the comments of "Christian" and "Disgusted."

As to Daniel, chapter 11, verse 37, it appears to me that he's too drunk on power and too busy "magnifying himself above all" to be bothered with sex, not that he's gay.

I'm no Bible scholar, but I don't think Hamann is, either. "




Protected Class wrote on May 26, 2009 6:57 PM:

" It amazes me if a Christian speaks the Word, he/she is called a hater and a non-loving gay-basher but when a homosexual "preaches" - Christians are told we are to be "tolerant". Give me a break. Religion is supposed to be a protected class. Yet, Christians are hated and ridiculed if we don't accept homosexuality. I don't have to accept homosexuality to love my neighbor. Don't insult or confuse my love for my neighbor & the Lord with my choice to reject the gay agenda. It seems my freedom of religion is suppressed by the gay freedom of expression. "




Dear Christian... wrote on May 26, 2009 5:34 PM:

" If God says it's a sin - take it up with him. If God says beating your wife is not ok - then it's not either, doesn't mean we have to hate the abuser, but we don't have to accept it either. Take it up with God - he said it. I am not going to defend God I don't think He needs my help - you should probably take that one up with Him though. "




Incredulous wrote on May 26, 2009 4:52 PM:

" I cannot believe all the religious fuss about gays. Homosexuality is hardly the predominate sin on the earth! The worst "sin" is man's agression towards man--man's cruelty to his fellow human beings. Does Ron really believe that male aggression which results in wars,etc., is less harmful to humanity than homosexuality? I should think that if some men want to love each other instead of bashing each other in the nose, that that is a GOOD thing! Ron, you need to rethink your priorities. Get a clue! "




Christian wrote on May 26, 2009 1:10 PM:

" The entire verse from Leviticus 20.13 was not quoted. The entire verse reads "If a man lies with with a male as with a woman, both of them have committed an abomination; they shall be put to death; their blood is upon them." So we should kill gay people? That's what it says. Biblical scholars would ask that we get the whole meaning of a verse, not just that which fits our argument. And then there is Leviticus 19.18b. "But you shall love your neighbor as yourself." Something or someone is out of whack here. "




Reader wrote on May 26, 2009 12:10 PM:

" Very informative! I have read those very verses and how Mr. Hamman explains it in his own view makes sense to me.
Thank you Mr. Hamman for your view!
I choose not to judge, it isn't my place, it is Gods job.
I choose NOT to be a Homosexual/Sodomist and it is clearly stated in the bible as a sin. "




understands sexual politics wrote on May 26, 2009 11:53 AM:

" Mr. Hamman’s argument to preserve male self-protection from sodomy was revealing. “[B]ut he offered his virgin daughters as substitutes” included no disgust over Lot’s belief that his daughters were expendable for the sake of male guests. Or how about “the natural use [exploitation] of the woman”? That’s okay? Mr. Hamman’s excuse for exploitation of women was “mankind’s desire of women.” But is it that or simply a desire for sexual services and women set up as the only acceptable victims, as exemplified by Lot? "




Christian wrote on May 26, 2009 11:09 AM:

" Tom, if you follow every word of Leviticus, then I will take you seriously about the verse you quoted. "




When he comes wrote on May 26, 2009 10:22 AM:

" If the Anti-Christ does happen to come, Ron Hamman is one of the last people to see it coming. It is amazing how easy it is for some to label others as sinners without first looking at their own behavior. The Anti-Christ will be attractive, married, and a deeply religious man. He will be a smooth-talker who will lead you to believe that he is teaching love, but in fact he will be preaching hate. He will tell us who our enemies are, and how we must kill them. "




Tom wrote on May 26, 2009 9:48 AM:

" To whomever calls themselves "Christfollower", where does Mr. Hamman use Jesus as an excuse to espouse hatred? The Bible states that for "man to lay with mankind as with womankind, it is abomination." Lev 18 and in Lev 20: 13 If a man also lie with mankind, as he lieth with a woman, both of them have committed an abomination: they shall surely be put to death; their blood shall be upon them. This is from the KJV BIBLE, this is from the same God, that the Bible also said, God is love. 1 John 4: 16 "




Christ Follower wrote on May 26, 2009 9:20 AM:

" It makes me sad that some people would use Jesus as an excuse to spew hatred towards a fellow child of God. I think perhaps HappyHeathen is not far off about who the Antichrist will be. Certainly hate is anti the teachings of Christ. "




Disgusted wrote on May 26, 2009 7:31 AM:

" Ron, why don't you worry about issues that really matter, such as poverty, overpopulation, pollution, loss of jobs, health insurance, etc, instead of endlessly fussing over something that occurs naturally in all human populations. If you were really serious about loving all humanity, as your god commands, you would be out on the streets helping people instead of wasting your time yammering about sexual issues. What harm do gays actually do? Live and let live, I say. Why don't you try being positive for once instead of being so negative? WWJD? Try really hard to follow his examples! "




Christian wrote on May 26, 2009 3:39 AM:

" I thought the sin against the Holy Spirit was the only unforgiveable sin. If you had a close family member who was gay, would you love them? Did Jesus excuse his commandment to love if a person is gay? Such wild speculation, this article. I read it as fiction. "




HappyHeathen wrote on May 25, 2009 10:46 PM:

" I suspect the Antichrist will most likely be a Baptist minister who uses the bible to overstate his case against….well…..just about anything in his unbridled l ust to form a theocracy. Then there is the worlds two oldest professions, prostitution and religion. The similarities are astounding. A subject for a later date perhaps. "