Kim , as a lifelong Lutheran you are surely aware that there is more to God's written Word than the ten commandments, broad as they are. The Old Testament specifically condemns homosexuality at least nine times as does the New Testament nine times specifically, with other indications about God's judgment on all sexual perversion. Many individuals have come out of the homosexual lifestyle and have remained celibate or have successfully married and raised families so it is not something they were born with. Several denominations and some Lutheran Synods accept the homosexual lifestyle but God's Word stands unchanged forever. Many in the Old Testament as well as in the New Testament decided to ignore God's infallible Word to their own peril. God's grace is sufficient for you, Kim, and His love unfailing, but the one who continues to sin turns away from God and His perfect redemption from all sin. Kim, God keep you in His gracious, loving care now and forever. You matter!