Dear Mr. Grooms
After carefully and thoughtfully reading your article regarding the efforts of Rev. Ron Baity and those who are proposing the gay marriage-ban ammendment to the N.C. Constitution, I would like to humbly reply to the 6 rebuttals or questions that you have put forward in response to the efforts of the above mentioned parties. I desire to do so because I believe the questions are sincere and honest questions that not only you yourself entertain, but many others who have a vested interest in these events which are transpiring. As a follower of Jesus Christ, I have a firm conviction that Christians have the responsibility to give a reason for the views that they hold. I believe that this should be done in all humility with meekness, just as Christ taught. It will not suffice to simply say that "the Bible says this", or that "the Bible says that". A coherent, thoughtful, and logical defense must be made with the Holy Scriptures as our foundation. I am sure that you understand that this topic is not just comprised of one issue, but of several that must be taken into consideration and given an equal examination. I humbly pray that just as I have endeavored to take your thoughts and views into account with all respect, that you too will listen to what I have to say regarding this very serious collection of issues. Thank you.