James E. Faust

Homosexuality The Church’s stand on homosexual relations provides another arena where we offend the devil. In contrast to the socially accepted doctrine that homosexuality is inborn, a number of respectable authorities contend that homosexuality is not acquired by birth.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Liahona > November 1995

Dallin H. Oaks

Applying the First Presidency’s distinction to the question of same-sex relationships, we should distinguish between (1) homosexual (or lesbian) “thoughts and feelings” (which should be resisted and redirected), and (2) “homosexual behavior” (which is a serious sin). We should note that the words homosexual, lesbian, and gay are adjectives to describe particular thoughts, feelings, or behaviors.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Liahona > March 1996

They are those who reject trendy beliefs that homosexuality is an acceptable lifestyle option. The Fears That Come with Repentance When I first made the decision to repent of homosexual activity, I greatly feared how the bishop would react.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Liahona > September 2004

Dallin H. Oaks

Applying the First Presidency’s distinction to the question of same-sex relationships, we should distinguish between (1) homosexual (or lesbian) “thoughts and feelings” (which should be resisted and redirected), and (2) “homosexual behavior” (which is a serious sin). We should note that the words homosexual, lesbian, and gay are adjectives to describe particular thoughts, feelings, or behaviors.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > October 1995

Lindsay M. Curtis 03046_000_012I Have a QuestionEnsignJuly 197415–16Why does the Church oppose homosexuality? Because there is no legal bond, homosexuality too often encourages, or at least permits, promiscuity.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > July 1974

A. Dean Byrd

Many claim that homosexuality is biologically determined and that individuals are “born that way.” What should family and friends know about homosexuality? Research has not proved that homosexuality is genetic.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > September 1999

They are those who reject trendy beliefs that homosexuality is an acceptable lifestyle option. The Fears That Come with Repentance When I first made the decision to repent of homosexual activity, I greatly feared how the bishop would react.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > September 2004

James E. Faust

There is some widely accepted theory extant that homosexuality is inherited. In contrast to the socially accepted doctrine that homosexuality is inborn, a number of respectable authorities contend that homosexuality is not acquired by birth.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > September 1995

Spencer W. Kimball

Spencer W. Kimball New Era November 1980 Photo by Eldon Linschoten I love youth. I rejoice when they grow up clean and stalwart and tall. I sorrow with them when they have misfortunes and remorse and troubles. Numerous disasters have occurred in

Gospel Library > Magazines > New Era > November 1980

Dallin H. Oaks

Dallin H. Oaks Liahona November 2006 The Savior said, “Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest” (Matthew 11:28). Many carry heavy burdens. Some have lost a loved one to death or care for one who is disabled.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Liahona > November 2006

Boyd K. Packer

Boyd K. Packer Liahona January 2001 I respond to a prompting I have had for a very long time to speak to the youth of the Church who face challenges unknown to us in our youth. President J. Reuben Clark described our youth as “hungry for things of

Gospel Library > Magazines > Liahona > January 2001

Boyd K. Packer

Boyd K. Packer Ensign November 2000 I respond to a prompting I have had for a very long time to speak to the youth of the Church who face challenges unknown to us in our youth. President J. Reuben Clark described our youth as “hungry for things of

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > November 2000

Dallin H. Oaks

Dallin H. Oaks Ensign November 2006 The Savior said, “Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest” (Matthew 11:28). Many carry heavy burdens. Some have lost a loved one to death or care for one who is disabled.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > November 2006

Gordon B. Hinckley

Gordon B. Hinckley Ensign November 1999 My beloved brethren, I commend you, wherever you may be. As usual, the Tabernacle is filled to capacity this evening. Next spring we shall be able to accommodate all of you who wish to sit together in these

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > November 1999

Jeffrey R. Holland

The First Presidency has stated, “There is a distinction between immoral thoughts and feelings and participating in either immoral heterosexual or any homosexual behavior.”2 If you do not act on temptations, you have not transgressed.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Liahona > October 2007

Jeffrey R. Holland

The First Presidency has stated, “There is a distinction between immoral thoughts and feelings and participating in either immoral heterosexual or any homosexual behavior.”2 If you do not act on temptations, you have not transgressed.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > October 2007

Gordon B. Hinckley

Question 2: What is your Church’s attitude toward homosexuality?

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > November 1998

Spencer W. Kimball

We hear more and more each day about the sins of adultery, homosexuality, and lesbianism. Homosexuality is an ugly sin, but because of its prevalence, the need to warn the uninitiated, and the desire to help those who may already be involved with it, it must be brought into the open.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > November 1977

Such practice “is not approved of the Lord nor of his church,” said President Kimball, “regardless of what may have been said by others. … “Sometimes masturbation is the introduction to the more serious sins of exhibitionism and the gross sin of homosexuality. Homosexuality is sexual relations between those of the same sex, whether men or women.

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > December 1986

Spencer W. Kimball

Spencer W. Kimball Ensign November 1980 My beloved brothers and sisters, while this is a grave responsibility, and not an easy one, I am eager to discuss with you some matters of importance. I love youth. I rejoice when they grow up clean and

Gospel Library > Magazines > Ensign > November 1980