Wow... pretty hot topic. No, I didn't read many of the posts but I'll keep it simple.

First off... I'm not a Christian.

Second... Marriage, in my opinion, was created as a partnership to create a family. If two people of the same sex do not have the ability to naturally create life of a child on their own.... well then they can't be married. Civil union maybe I'll go along with for the benefits of inheritance and so forth that were pointed out somewhere in this thread.

Three:: If it's that big of an issue then put it to a vote and let the people decide.

And finally: You can't be a fireman if you don't have any arms and legs. Deal with what you have and don't try to make society accomodate you just because you're not happy with the hand you're dealt.