I am still contemplating the events of these past few days, events involving acts of "political protest" and "demonstration" by homosexuals furious about Proposition 8. Those actions amount to malicious mischief, vandalism, anarchy and violence. And such actions have increased in popularity over the decades, not just among homosexuals, but also among many who are self-obsessed, pampered and more interested in their toys and appetites than in the general welfare. I am reflecting on all this.

In line with that, a few posts I've read on one of the Townhall threads reflect some erroneous and disingenuous attitudes that issue from these disturbing trends and that I have been observing for years:

"Sounds like you're just aching for an excuse to have a gay man in your line of fire," reads one post. "Jesus would be so proud."

"Great. Another straight hoping for a chance to beat up a gay," reads another.

Now, how does this sort of vain, baseless accusation benefit even the one who hurls it? Can such calumny bring hope of anything even remotely approaching solution? Justice? Peace? No, it is merely petty, snarky and mean.

It dishonoreth him that gives and him that takes.

Then, too, that first quote demonstrates an appalling ignorance of the character and mission of Christ. This chimera that He came to tolerate and sanction any and every thought, impulse and habit that wretched humans might feel like indulging is the pitiful invention of a malignant generation gone beyond narcissism, beyond arrogance, beyond despair.

Anyhow,  I think many guys will concur when I say this: I do not want to beat up any homosexuals, or anyone else. I am busy with things that matter. That said, I add this, to homosexuals and to anyone else: Speak your speech, frame your argument, and disagree or dissent as you will. More power to you. But have some respect. And if your intentions be malicious, step way, way back. Stay out of our churches, stay out of our neighborhoods, and stay out of our homes.

I am a man who loves and wants peace. I neither relish nor invite conflict. But be sure of this: If you enter my church or my home without my permission and with evil intent, I AM GOING TO HURT YOU. BADLY.

If you will respect me, I will most gladly and happily respect you — though you needn’t expect that I’ll compromise so much as a single principle. On the other hand, if you mean any physical harm to me or my family, I will deal with you very swiftly and with terrible force.

I use the word "you" referring to no one in particular.