--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: As for the people that say \"God made them…" description: "\"As for the people that say \"God made them that way,\" that's not true. The bible says that mankind is born in sin. Including being gay.\" — Anonymous" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/b29/anonymous-1_being-gay_as-for-the-people-that-say-god-made-them_312097.jpg" --- # As for the people that say "God made them that way,"… ![“As for the people that say "God made them that way," that's not true. The bible says that mankind is born in sin. Including being gay.” quote by Anonymous](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/b29/anonymous-1_being-gay_as-for-the-people-that-say-god-made-them_312097.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/b29/anonymous-1_being-gay_as-for-the-people-that-say-god-made-them_312097.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/b29/anonymous-1_being-gay_as-for-the-people-that-say-god-made-them_312097.jpg) > “As for the people that say "God made them that way," that's not true. The bible says that mankind is born in sin. Including being gay.” [Anonymous](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/anonymous/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. The statement challenges the idea that sexual orientation is divinely predetermined, asserting a theological view of inherent sin including homosexuality. **In simple terms:** It argues that being gay is a sin according to a certain biblical interpretation. Key Takeaway Question assumptions about divine intent and sin. Themes theology sexuality belief Mood thoughtful controversial Type theological opinion When to use this quote - religious discussions - social policy - personal belief - counseling Key Concepts interpretation sin identity Questions to Reflect On - How do you reconcile faith with modern understandings of sexuality? - What alternative interpretations exist? 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