@2 quotes Romans 1:25, which is appropriate to the topic here, but it does not elaborate on the consequences. Over and over the chapter recites the same theme. “Therefore God gave them over in their sinful desires . . .”, “God gave them over to shameful lusts”, “he (God) gave them over to a depraved mind . . .” It would seem that God is willing to let such folks pursue their folly unrestrained, all the while unaware that God has given up on them.

@18. Very insightful and beautifully written. I hope someday I can express my own beliefs as well.