Should same sex couples allowed to be married when adopting a child?

Should same sex couples allowed to be married when adopting a child?

Introduction

Same sex marriages and the adoption of child by such a couple have long remained debatable. It is surprising to note that in the United States; only eleven states allow marriages between homosexuals. While the Bible prescribes Jesus' condemnation of homosexual's marriages stating it to be an abominable act; it is seen that the recent times is witnessing a larger number of parents belonging to same sex. The Bible also prohibits same sex couples to adopt children since it regards the child's moral development, not to take place in such a sinful environment (Lynn, 1996, p. 18). God has made male and female with different biological traits; it is hence, an act against nature that a child is developed in the up-bringing of two mothers or two fathers rather than a mother and a father.

This assignment is based on discussing the topic whether or not same sex couples must be allowed to adopt children. The paper discusses both sides of the coin; present arguments against and in favor of the theme. The paper is based on the following thought as a thesis statement that will be reached at in the very end of the discussion using coherent arguments:

“Same sex couples should not be allowed to adopt children since the children will be brought up in a compromised environment; resulting in loss and damage to their psychological development as well as lowering their personal health and progress”.

Discussion

Same sex marriages should not be materialized; and if they do so, adoption of children by such parents must be condemned. This we say, through presenting the following arguments and explanations:

Children brought up under the patronage of gay or lesbian parents as a result of a civil union between the two persons, are often confused about particular gender roles and expectations. In such families, the roles of both genders are not defined; hence, it is difficult to teach them the morals of the society (Lynn, 1996).

Only a man and woman can pro-create and lead a life in the form of a family, closely connected and emotionally bound. In same sex marriages, this never happens. The children of same sex marriage are unable to inherit traits that compel them towards family orientation. Therefore, such children exhibit an urge to go for same sex ...