For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who suppress the truth in unrighteousness, because what may be known of god is manifest in them, for God has shown it to them. For since the creation of the world His invisible attributes are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even His eternal power and Godhead, so that they are without excuse, because, although they knew God, they did not glorify Him as God, nor were thankful, but became futile in their thoughts, and their foolish hearts were darkened. Professing to be wise, they became fools, and changed the glory of the incorruptible God into an image made like corruptible man -- and birds and four-footed animals and creeping things. Therefore, God also gave them up to uncleanness, in the lusts of their hearts, to dishonor their bodies among themselves, who exchanged the truth of God for the lie, and worshiped and served the creature rather than the Creator who is blessed forever. Amen. (Romans 1:18-25)Mankind is an unique creature! Sinful people can't mentally perceive the revealed truth of God, but they have chosen instead to suppress it. They are without excuse...and God's anger will be revealed against sin and the suppression of the truth one day.
Therefore you are inexcusable, O man, whoever you are who judge, for in whatever you judge another you condemn yourself, for you who judge practice the same things; for you know that the judgement of God is according to truth against those who practice such things. (Romans 2:1-2)
We judge our neighbor (right or wrong), for their deeds, but commit the same deeds against others and receive praise (humanities double standard). We justify untruths and accept lies to suite some given political agenda. We convince ourselves that it is for the betterment of mankind that we act the way we do; then force that action on other countries. Most want you to believe this Scripture addresses homosexuality, but be careful...for those who throw stones will soon have stones thrown at them... "So when you, a mere man, pass judgment on them and yet do the same things, do you think you will escape God's judgment" (Romans 2:3).
So, how do we change? Certainly if we allow mankind to right the rules, change will never come about. Only God can make the difference...our hearts need to be changed from the inside out.
