Whereas, the sexual relationship between man and woman within the bounds of marriage is viewed as something natural and beautiful; and

Whereas, homosexual relationships, like adulterous relationships, are clearly condemned in the Scriptures (Genesis 2:24; Leviticus 18:22; Romans 1:26-32; 1 Corinthians 6:9-10; and 1 Thessalonians 4:3-8); and

Whereas, the Bible clearly records God’s historic judgement on societies characterized by this deviant behavior (2 Peter 2:6; Jude 7); and

Whereas, Article 125 of the Uniform Code of Military Justice outlaws sodomy, thus barring homosexuals from military service, would be a means of excluding individuals disposed to deviant criminal behavior; and

Whereas, the Joint Chiefs of Staff regard this policy as essential to maintaining “discipline, good order, and morale,” to foster “trust and confidence among service members,” and to enhance “public acceptability of military service;” and

Whereas, to admit persons known to have engaged in a practice which violates the law and is abhorrent, might preclude many young adults from volunteering for military service;  and

Whereas, the incidence and effects of homosexual promiscuity have been documented, and the exponentially exploding medical dangers and financial costs of such activity are of grave concern not only to the military but also to a government struggling to reduce the federal deficit;

Therefore, Be It Resolved that this 50th Session of the Advent Christian General Conference respectfully requests that President  Clinton withdraw his initiative to lift the current ban on homosexuals in the armed forces;  and

Be It Further Resolved that a copy of this resolution be sent to President Clinton and that copies be sent to each Advent Christian Church encouraging them to contact the President and their senators and representatives expressing unequivocal opposition to the proposed change in military policy regarding homosexuals in the military.