Shannon, what really bugs me is when people try to use the Bible to justify their own agenda on either side of the question as both you and these churches have. Yes, Jesus fed the hungry and healed the sick but He did it voluntarily. He didn't demand anyone contribute much less the Jewish or Roman authorities. Every church I have ever been involved in has had a voluntary ministry to the sick, poor and hungry. 
    Halibut life cycles have nothing to do with human behavior. Just because animals have certain behaviors doesn't mean we should be like them nor does it mean it is in our DNA. People can choose to act anyway they want as long as it doesn't hurt others. It's when their choices are forced upon others who don't choose to live that way that it gets sticky. I think the bathroom issue is of little consequence. I really don't care who is in the stall next to me and I have no fear for my daughters. I do fear a government that will force all of us to ajust to the social whims of a few.