Story of acceptance saddened me greatly
To the Editor:
The article regarding Waynesville’s First United Methodist Church’s from July 10 (www.smokymountainnews.com/news/item/27236) saddened me greatly. I am a former lesbian that used to attend a church that told me all I wanted to hear, but not what the Word of God said. Believing I was born gay, that is how God created me and that I could not change, I spent many years trying to find peace with God while living in the gay culture.
I was never at peace.
A small whisper kept calling me until I began seeking the truth. There is a way that seems right but its end is death. What good is it if I gained the whole world and satisfied all my lustful pleasures — but, in the end, lost my soul?
We all will die one day. We all will appear before the judgment seat of Christ and receive what is due for what we have done in the small moment of time while we were on earth. The Bible is very clear on all types of sin, including homosexuality. Those engaging in any form of sexual immorality, including the act of homosexuality, will not inherit the kingdom of God. Although I did not want to accept what I was reading in the Bible, I knew it was true.
I fell down in complete repentance, with a pure heart and asked my heavenly Father to change me. I knew this was something I could not do on my own. I also knew He could and would. As I chose not to engage in same sex relationships, over time the Lord began the restoration in my heart.
That was 25 years ago. I can honestly say that I no longer have any same sex attractions. I am not the person I used to be. I am born again! To God be the glory!
I have written my story “Adele’s Journey” and it can be found on Amazon. Or, you can email me for a free copy at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
In all your ways acknowledge Him and He will direct your path. With love, in Christ.
Adele Newman
Waynesville
