Christian Couple Says That "If Gay Marriage is Leagalized We'll Divorce," Told they Cannot Do It Leg - Polidicks

[QUOTE]A Canberra Christian couple who have vowed to divorce if same-sex marriage is legalised may not be able to follow through with their plan due to the legal prerequisites for divorce. Director of the Lachlan Macquarie Institute and former ACT director of the Australian Christian Lobby, Nick Jensen, said he was prepared to divorce his wife of 10 years in protest if same-sex marriage is legalised by Federal Parliament. Mr Jensen said he planned to continue living with his wife Sarah and be married "under God", but divorced in a legal sense. "It's not extreme in our eyes, it's simply a natural consequence of our conscience," he said. "When we signed the contract 10 years ago we made a contract with the state about what marriage is, which was husband and wife, fundamental order of creation, part of God's intimate story for human history, man and woman for the sake of children.[/QUOTE] [url]http://mobile.abc.net.au/news/2015-06-11/christian-couple-vow-to-get-divorced-in-face-of-gay-marriage/6539412[/url]

What I've always wondered with these people is what their thoughts are on sterile couples or ones who don't want children. Shouldn't they also be disallowed from marriage since the sole purpose of marriage is allegedly procreation? (Which historically wasn't even the case anyway)

if I wasn't gay I'd refuse to marry until gays can marry threatening divorce over this is childish lmao, I mean really, who cares about you? No ones going to decide to not vote for gays because of you. Fuck off.

I hope he finds a way to divorce because if he doesn't his wife will turn into a man and then he'll be gay married and that's gross

"for the sake of children" ok

why should the state care if they divorce, what kind of dumbass protest is that [editline]13th June 2015[/editline] its like saying "if speed limits are reduced then i'll stop passing cars"

Okay. Fuck off. Nobody gives a shit.

Oh btw, I'm for gay marriage, don't want to come off as homophobic as if you take my title and post icon wrong it could seem that way

Let them.

But divorce is a sin as well according to the bible. "But I tell you that anyone who divorces his wife, except for sexual immorality, makes her the victim of adultery, and anyone who marries a divorced woman commits adultery." - Matthew 5:32 Then again, since they're still married "under God" I guess it doesn't count.

this is the adult equivilant of popping a ball so the other kids cant play with it after being told to share like I wish these people would just get over themselves god damn

[QUOTE=Jocken300;47949169]But divorce is a sin as well according to the bible. "But I tell you that anyone who divorces his wife, except for sexual immorality, makes her the victim of adultery, and anyone who marries a divorced woman commits adultery." - Matthew 5:32 Then again, since they're still married "under God" I guess it doesn't count.[/QUOTE] Are you trying to apply logic to religious nutjobs (or any kind of fundamental nutjobs for that matter)? Are you [B]insane[/B]?! [editline]13th June 2015[/editline] [QUOTE=meharryp;47949245]"So, what harm will gay marriage do?" "THINK OF THE CHILDREN" [editline]13th June 2015[/editline] This argument can be applied to almost any topic. Its stupid and is basicly something for people to say when they can't think if anything else.[/QUOTE] But think of the children, they will see gay couple and then bad stuff happens, somehow.

"So, what harm will gay marriage do?" "THINK OF THE CHILDREN" [editline]13th June 2015[/editline] This argument can be applied to almost any topic. Its stupid and is basicly something for people to say when they can't think if anything else.

[QUOTE=Timebomb575;47949188]this is the adult equivilant of popping a ball so the other kids cant play with it after being told to share like I wish these people would just get over themselves god damn[/QUOTE] if the bill passes it would be more like them popping their own ball because someone else got a ball

[QUOTE=meharryp;47949245]"So, what harm will gay marriage do?" "THINK OF THE CHILDREN" [editline]13th June 2015[/editline] This argument can be applied to almost any topic. Its stupid and is basicly something for people to say when they can't think if anything else.[/QUOTE] The left should start saying "think of the children" whenever the propose stuff like school lunches.

[QUOTE=Jamsponge;47949073]What I've always wondered with these people is what their thoughts are on sterile couples or ones who don't want children. Shouldn't they also be disallowed from marriage since the sole purpose of marriage is allegedly procreation? (Which historically wasn't even the case anyway)[/QUOTE] They're using religion as an excuse to be homophobic.

As much as it's a silly thing to do, I'm surprised at how many hurdles divorce in that state/the US has. Always thought it was a no-questions-asked process.

what a bunch of brainless morons. they're seriously pulling the "gay marriage is ruining marriage" bullshit even though they're the ones pushing for divorce.

[QUOTE=latin_geek;47949693]As much as it's a silly thing to do, I'm surprised at how many hurdles divorce in that state/the US has. Always thought it was a no-questions-asked process.[/QUOTE] Marriage in the USA ends up mixing in a lot legal finance/ownership/insurance/benefits/rights type of shit so they need a way to protect themselves from people taking advantage of that.

You signed a contract with the state for purpose of tax and federal benefits not for god, leave the church out of the courtroom [editline]13th June 2015[/editline] [QUOTE=Jamsponge;47949073]What I've always wondered with these people is what their thoughts are on sterile couples or ones who don't want children. Shouldn't they also be disallowed from marriage since the sole purpose of marriage is allegedly procreation? (Which historically wasn't even the case anyway)[/QUOTE] Literally that argument only became a thing after "but they're queer" stopped being enough to justify it which was a thing sometime around 2004

I was actually thinking about something similar to this a couple of night ago. If gay marriage is ever legalized where I live, and if I ever get into a serious relationship with a girl (close to 0%, therefore making this post redundant); we would perform our own "DIY" marriage. Altering marriage laws to accommodate people of the same sex would require the state to change its definition of marriage into something that's no longer marriage from a Christian standpoint. To sign a marriage certificate would be akin to accepting the state's new interpretation of marriage. I'd consider myself married as long as: the wedding is carried out in front of witnesses, vows are read, marriage is given the blessing of the minister, and essential legal documents and procedures are signed and carried out (e.g. wills, name change).

[QUOTE=Rangergxi;47949279]The left should start saying "think of the children" whenever the propose stuff like school lunches.[/QUOTE] Or rather, the the lack of quality when it comes to school lunches.

This whole gay marriage thing is just dumb

What's wonderfully ironic is that in divorcing themselves, they'd subject themselves to the same legal injustices that gay couples must deal with. So no perks on the following: [quote]Filing joint income tax returns with the IRS and state taxing authorities. Creating a "family partnership" under federal tax laws, which allows you to divide business income among family members. Inheriting a share of your spouse's estate. Receiving an exemption from both estate taxes and gift taxes for all property you give or leave to your spouse. Creating life estate trusts that are restricted to married couples, including QTIP trusts, QDOT trusts, and marital deduction trusts. Obtaining priority if a conservator needs to be appointed for your spouse -- that is, someone to make financial and/or medical decisions on your spouse's behalf. Receiving Social Security, Medicare, and disability benefits for spouses. Receiving veterans' and military benefits for spouses, such as those for education, medical care, or special loans. Receiving public assistance benefits. Obtaining insurance benefits through a spouse's employer. Taking family leave to care for your spouse during an illness. Receiving wages, workers' compensation, and retirement plan benefits for a deceased spouse. Taking bereavement leave if your spouse or one of your spouse's close relatives dies. Visiting your spouse in a hospital intensive care unit or during restricted visiting hours in other parts of a medical facility. Making medical decisions for your spouse if he or she becomes incapacitated and unable to express wishes for treatment. Consenting to after-death examinations and procedures. Making burial or other final arrangements. Filing for stepparent or joint adoption. Applying for joint foster care rights. Receiving equitable division of property if you divorce. Receiving spousal or child support, child custody, and visitation if you divorce. Living in neighborhoods zoned for "families only." Automatically renewing leases signed by your spouse. Receiving family rates for health, homeowners', auto, and other types of insurance. Receiving tuition discounts and permission to use school facilities. Other consumer discounts and incentives offered only to married couples or families. Suing a third person for wrongful death of your spouse and loss of consortium (loss of intimacy). Suing a third person for offenses that interfere with the success of your marriage, such as alienation of affection and criminal conversation (these laws are available in only a few states). Claiming the marital communications privilege, which means a court can't force you to disclose the contents of confidential communications between you and your spouse during your marriage. Receiving crime victims' recovery benefits if your spouse is the victim of a crime. Obtaining immigration and residency benefits for noncitizen spouse. Visiting rights in jails and other places where visitors are restricted to immediate family.[/quote] Considering how irrationally they're making their decision, I don't expect them to be looking into a civil union nor domestic partnership.

If it reduces the odds of them reproducing, by all means, let it happen

[QUOTE=HoodedSniper;47949785]Marriage in the USA ends up mixing in a lot legal finance/ownership/insurance/benefits/rights type of shit so they need a way to protect themselves from people taking advantage of that.[/QUOTE] [QUOTE=Psychopath12;47951322]What's wonderfully ironic is that in divorcing themselves, they'd subject themselves to the same legal injustices that gay couples must deal with. So no perks on the following: Considering how irrationally they're making their decision, I don't expect them to be looking into a civil union nor domestic partnership.[/QUOTE] They live in Austrailia, though...

I just don't understand the problem with brotherly love. People are weird.

brotherly love sounds p gay

[QUOTE=latin_geek;47949693]As much as it's a silly thing to do, I'm surprised at how many hurdles divorce in that state/the US has. Always thought it was a no-questions-asked process.[/QUOTE] This is in Australia.

[QUOTE=Psychopath12;47951322]What's wonderfully ironic is that in divorcing themselves, they'd subject themselves to the same legal injustices that gay couples must deal with. So no perks on the following: Considering how irrationally they're making their decision, I don't expect them to be looking into a civil union nor domestic partnership.[/QUOTE] Apparently the Australian Capital Territory, home to the capital of Australia, Canberra, is a state within the United States. Anyways there's like a Facebook event page for celebrating when this couple gets divorced, had like 55,000 members last time I saw.