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In today's episode, we delve into the haunting and tragic case of Bethany Deaton, a young woman whose mysterious death in 2012 left investigators puzzled and the community in shock. What initially appeared to be a suicide quickly unraveled into a web of manipulation, secrecy, and chilling revelations.Trigger Warnings:Spiritual AbuseManipulationSexual AbuseSuicideNordVPNTry today and save 72%!!https://go.nordvpn.net/aff_c?offer_id=15&aff_id=110247&url_id=902Torn: Rescuing the Gospel from the Gays-vs.-Christians Debate by: Justin Leehttps://amzn.to/3VfBddF (commission link) Deadly Faith PATREON: https://patreon.com/DeadlyFaithPodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkDeadly Drip Merch https://www.bonfire.com/store/deadly-drip/?utm_source=facebook_messenger&utm_medium=store_page_published_share&utm_campaign=deadly-drip&utm_content=default Need A Podcast Editor? Reach out to Eric Howell the editor of the Deadly Faith podcast!Email: thepodcastdoctor@gmail.com Resources:National Domestic Violence Hotline 1(800)799-7233 Open 24/7Suicide Hotline Call 988 Open 24/7National Human Trafficking Hotline Open 24/7 1(800) 373-7888 Connect with Us! EmailDeadlyFaithPodcast@gmail.comThe PodcastTik Tok @DeadlyFaithPodcastInstagram @DeadlyFaithPodcastLaciTik Tok @Laci_BeanInstagram @Laci__BeanLolaTik Tok @hellotherelolaInstagram @Spellbound_Shears

In this episode, Guy and Davion discuss and role-play how Christians should approach conversations with people that they are in disagreement with when it comes to the topic of Biblical ethics. - How did Jesus treat those he disagreed with? - What can we do to become better listeners? - & how to tell someone you don't agree with them while showing the Love of Jesus -- Connect with us! https://www.strengthinweakness.org/ https://linktr.ee/strengthinweakness

How do we talk with the people with whom we disagree the most? Especially in today's toxic social, religious, and political environment, where disagreement is seen as treason and we're all on the edge of being canceled? This week, we had our eyes opened when Justin Lee gave us some practical advice for how to communicate with those across the aisle--and why our old arguments have always failed so miserably. Justin first appeared on our radar in the early 2000s, when the "Great Debate" on his blog about LGBTQ+ inclusion in the church broke new ground in showing that there is such a thing as a committed, faithful, gay Christian, and arguing that the Bible may not say exactly what we think it does about all queer relationships through all time and circumstances. That conversation turned into the popular book "Torn: Rescuing the Gospel from the Gays-vs.-Christians Debate," which was recently updated in a 2024 edition. Justin has now turned his attention to an even bigger picture, focusing on the many ways that we disagree across different aspects of our society, and dives deep into the causes of our disagreements, why our old ways of arguing with one another often backfire and make the divine even wider, and practical tools and methods of having productive conversations with the people who disagree with us the most. His essential book on this topic is called "Talking Across the Divide: How to Communicate with People You Disagree with and Maybe Even Change the World" Bio: Justin Lee has been successfully bridging cultural divides for 25 years. He first developed his strategic dialogue techniques while working at the difficult intersection of faith and LGBTQ issues, where he became internationally known for helping heal family and community rifts. His book on that subject, Torn, is now one of the most widely read in the field. Justin's latest book, Talking Across the Divide: How to Communicate with People You Disagree With—and Maybe Even Change the World, draws on scientific research and real-world examples to apply these same techniques to today's political and social conflicts. Follow Justin's work at GeekyJustin.com. Justin Lee Website: https://geekyjustin.com/ Facebook: @geekyjustin Instagram: @geekyjustinlee Twitter/X: @geekyjustinlee Remember to come see us in person at Theology Beer Camp October 17-19 Denver, CO Get Information and Tickets for https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tRADICALHOBBITthe-return-of-the-god-pods-tickets-824208298207 Promo Code for our listeners: RADICALHOBBIT (all caps, no spaces)

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Debating, arguing, reasoning. It happens all the time in our lives, but is this something in which Christians should be engaging? Can arguing be God-honoring? ►► Would you please prayerfully consider supporting this ministry? My Patreon supporters get behind-the-scenes access to exclusive materials. ◀︎◀︎

This week, Rich and Chris talk about how Christians should approach having debates and discussions with their brethren over important topics. While we can certainly engage in passionate discussions, we should always seek to avoid unnecessary divisive...

This week, Rich and Chris talk about how Christians should approach having debates and discussions with their brethren over important topics. While we can certainly engage in passionate discussions, we should always seek to avoid unnecessary divisiveness and look to build one another up in a spirit of humility, compassion, and kindness. Show Links: A Christian Directory, Vol. 4 - Richard Baxter Got Questions - Why are Christians always arguing? Got Questions - What does it mean that believers are to be salt and light?

On This Episode:TWO CHRISTIANS DEBATE ENVIRONMENTAL POLICYI listened to a debate where to believers disagreed on how the Christian should interact with government regulations regarding the environment. It was interesting and helpful, and I have some personal take-aways I want to share with you.CHRISTIANS AND IMMIGRATION POLICYI listened to a second debate about Christian thinking on national immigration policy. This one can get complicated in the time when we live, but I want to give you my conclusions.DID JON STEWART MAKE A GREAT POINT?The Internet seems to think Jon Stewart made an excellent point on his AppleTV show. Conversely, the point was really bad, and demonstrates the American mind is getting dimmer.

On This Episode: TWO CHRISTIANS DEBATE ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY I listened to a debate where to believers disagreed on how the Christian should interact with government regulations regarding the environment. It was interesting and helpful, and I have some personal take-aways I want to share with you. CHRISTIANS AND IMMIGRATION POLICY I listened to a second debate about Christian thinking on national immigration policy. This one can get complicated in the time when we live, but I want to give you my conclusions. DID JON STEWART MAKE A GREAT POINT? The Internet seems to think Jon Stewart made an excellent point on his AppleTV show. Conversely, the point was really bad, and demonstrates the American mind is getting dimmer. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/corytruax/support

Ready to laugh and learn? Well you might laugh. Kinda Christian introduces its newest show, KC Friends, where we take everyday Christians and dig into the toughest questions of faith. Were there Dinosaurs on the Ark? What's the most amazing prayer experience you've had? Can Christians believe in evolution? All this and more on our pilot episode of KC Friends. 

In part two of our conversation with Melissa Cran, we hear more of Melissa's story and dig into questions like: Where do we see God in the stories of gay Christians? How do Side A and Side B Christians interact with each other? Do we really believe it's ok to disagree on this topic? How can we hold space for those we disagree with? How do we create a church culture that is more inclusive of the LGBTQ+ community?How can we change the definition of family within the church? Melissa's resources! Families at the Crossroads: Beyond Tradition & Modern Options by Rodney R. Clapp Redeeming Singleness: How the Storyline of Scripture Affirms the Single Life by Barry DanylakWashed and Waiting: Reflections on Christian Faithfulness and Homosexuality by Wesley HillTorn: Rescuing the Gospel from the Gays-vs.-Christians Debate by Justin LeeSister Outsider: Essays and Speeches by Audre LordeClowning in Rome: Reflections on Solitude, Celibacy, Prayer, and Contemplation by Henri Nouwen Heavy Burdens: Seven Ways LGTBQ Christians Experience Harm in the Church by Bridget Eileeen Rivera Outlove: A Queer Christian Survival Story by Julie RodgersMusic citationMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/sonda/your-own-worldLicense code: 1WX6GFMRRZEGMYVC

Today we continue listening to the stories of LGBTQ+ Christians with our interview with the amazing Melissa Cran! In part one of this interview, Melissa shares her story of her relationship with the church and we dive into questions like: What are Side A and Side B as they relate to the LGBTQ+ community? What does it look like to move from Side B to Side A? What does deconstruction look like for a gay Christian? What does it feel like to be asked to choose celibacy? How can the church support celibate gay Christians? Melissa's resources! Families at the Crossroads: Beyond Tradition & Modern Options by Rodney R. Clapp Redeeming Singleness: How the Storyline of Scripture Affirms the Single Life by Barry DanylakWashed and Waiting: Reflections on Christian Faithfulness and Homosexuality by Wesley HillTorn: Rescuing the Gospel from the Gays-vs.-Christians Debate by Justin LeeSister Outsider: Essays and Speeches by Audre LordeClowning in Rome: Reflections on Solitude, Celibacy, Prayer, and Contemplation by Henri Nouwen Heavy Burdens: Seven Ways LGTBQ Christians Experience Harm in the Church by Bridget Eileeen Rivera Outlove: A Queer Christian Survival Story by Julie RodgersMusic citationMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/sonda/your-own-worldLicense code: 1WX6GFMRRZEGMYVC

Reacting to Atheists and Christians Debate Truth And Belief a great video by Jubilee. Ask us some Q&A on insta: https://www.instagram.com/firestarters_for_jesus/GO GET SOME MERCH!  www.firestartersforjesus.com/shopSend us some mail:Address it to Fire Starters726 W Francis St,Aspen, CO 81611United StatesGo watch the pod: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFJDeoosi4NVIQRZ-9DvC6wLearn more on our website: https://www.firestartersforjesus.com/Tiktok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMdAtcVWy/

Queering Wesley, Queering the Church is a book written by Keegan Osisnki. Quite a title right!?! If you haven't seen the cover, click the link below to catch a glimpse. However, before you literally judge a book (or it's author) by it's cover, take a second to hear a little about Keegan. She shares a little about her life, her convictions and why she took on a project like this that is giving the Wesleyan Holiness Church world quite a lot to think about! Here is here book! Also, Keegan is a librarian and wanted to be sure that everyone had resources for getting started with thinking about Christianity and LGBTQ+ issues. Here are her suggested reading materials: Cheng, Patrick S. Radical Love: An Introduction to Queer Theology. 1 edition. Seabury Books, 2011. DeFranza, Megan K. Sex Difference in Christian Theology: Male, Female, and Intersex in the Image of God. Eerdmans, 2015. Fausto-Sterling, Anne. Sex/Gender: Biology in a Social World. 1 edition. New York: Routledge, 2012. Gushee, David P. Changing Our Mind: Definitive 3rd Edition of the Landmark Call for Inclusion of LGBTQ Christians with Response to Critics. 3 edition. Read the Spirit Books, 2017. Lee, Justin. Torn: Rescuing the Gospel from the Gays-vs.-Christians Debate. Jericho Books, 2012. McCleneghan, Bromleigh. Good Christian Sex: Why Chastity Isn't the Only Option-And Other Things the Bible Says About Sex. San Francisco: HarperOne, 2016. Soughers, Tara K. Beyond a Binary God: A Theology for Trans* Allies. Church Publishing, 2018. Vines, Matthew. God and the Gay Christian: The Biblical Case in Support of Same-Sex Relationships. Convergent Books, 2014. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/millennial-pastors/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/millennial-pastors/support

Does the soul exist? Oh, wait, scratch that. We’ve already had that debate and that interview. We actually have a more nuanced question to ask to two Christian philosophers today: what KIND of soul do we have? Are we souls or are we souls and bodies? When do we get a soul? Does its existence rely on our physical bodies, and what does that say about what happens when we die? Does this topic offer up commentary on other issues, like transgenderism, abortion, or near death experiences? Evan Friske and Eric Hernandez join us for a Christian vs. Christian conversation today around the nature of the soul on today’s Theology on Air.

An interview with Justin Lee, speaker, Christian LGBTQ activist and author of Torn: Rescuing the Gospel from the Gays-vs.-Christians Debate, and Talking Across the Divide: How to Communicate with People You Disagree With—and Maybe Even Change the World. https://geekyjustin.com/"

Amanda and Jenn discuss graphic novels for kids, wanderlust reads, grown characters in fantasy, and more in this week’s episode of Get Booked. This episode is sponsored by The History of Literature – A Podcast, Traitor by Amanda McCrina with Fierce Reads, and Flatiron Books, publisher of The Insomniacs by Marit Weisenberg. Subscribe to the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher. Feedback Does Jesus Really Love Me? A Gay Christian’s Pilgrimage in Search if God in America by Jeff Chu, Unclobber by Colby Martin, and One Coin Found (rec’d by Amy) Torn: Rescuing the Gospel from the Gays vs. Christians Debate by Justin Lee (rec’d by Jessica)   Questions 1. I’m trying to read books from all around the world, and I’ve found books from most areas. One area I’m having trouble with, though, is Eastern Europe. I don’t want to get bogged down reading books from a hundred or more years ago, and would prefer more modern works. Do you have any suggestions? Thanks! -Erin 2. My nine year old daughter does not like to read most fiction or non-fiction books at all.  The only thing she enjoys are graphic novels; she has also recently gotten into anime.  Her favorites are Spirited Away (movie and graphic novels), and the Click series; she also enjoyed the first Sanity & Tallulah book.  Any recs you have to keep this flame going would be appreciated! -Lee 3. Hey guys! Hope you’re both doing well and staying safe during these crazy times. I apologize in advance for being so, so cheesy, but I’m desperate, sorry. With the pandemic STILL going on, I haven’t been able to see my girlfriend in ages and honestly I just need some reads to remind me of her, even if it does make me miss her even more. I’m not very versed in romance, so I have no idea where to start. I’m looking for w/w romances that are very sweet, without much angst or conflict, but with some steaminess. I’d particularly like for the love interest to be a shy/sweet/cinnamon role type of character.  -Celina 4. I realized that reading picture books to my four year old is the best part of my day every day now, and I’m leaning in to this. I’m maxing out my library checkouts and just using this time to read every book I ever wanted to to her. I’d like to recommend that everyone even non parents check out some picture books soon, as it’s often a satisfying mood changer for me. Please recommend lovely picture books for us listeners. -Brooke 5. Hi friends, As we continue to shelter-in-place my wanderlust is reaching peak levels… which is not aided by the end of a two-year relationship (with a fellow travel lover). I am feeling strongly about some sort of less-cliche version of an “Eat Pray Love” adventure to plan after quarantine as my 40th year approaches. I loved Nichol’s “No One Tells You This,” — would be interested in either a memoir or perhaps epic fiction with female protagonist. Epic, literary fiction set abroad that I’ve enjoyed include: Shantaram, A Fine Balance, House at the Edge of the Night, Beyond the Sky and the Earth: A Journey Into Bhutan….  Countries of interest include Italy (art history major here! but please no Cusk or Ferrante) or really, anywhere. Appreciate y’all! -Christine 6. Do you have any recommendations of fantasy novels that have older (30s-40s) female protagonists? Something like Blackthorn and Grim series by Juliet Marillier. -RV 5. Hi, I recently discovered this podcast and have really enjoyed it. Thanks for the great work! Shoutout to your “How to Be Yourself” recommendation – I read it and thought it was so helpful. I recently finished A Little Life, and I am kind of at a loss for what to read next. I was especially moved by how well I felt the author followed the characters across their lives and the general theme of tracing prior events and their ramifications across time. Do you have recommendations of fiction or non-fiction books that similarly capture these themes? I’d prefer one where the “across time” is happening in more recent years (similar to A Little Life) rather than far back in history although open to anything  Thanks! -EV Books Discussed Border by Kapka Kassabova The Black Dog of Fate by Peter Balakian, rec’d by Aram Delilah Dirk and the Turkish Lieutenant by Tony Cliff Little Witch Academia by Yoh Yoshinari, Keisuke Sato, Trigger The Lady’s Guide to Celestial Mechanics by Olivia Waite Things Hoped For by Chencia C. Higgins Grumpy Monkey by Suzanne Lang, illus. by Max Lang The Proudest Blue by Ibtihaj Muhammad and S.K. Ali, illustrated by Hatem Aly The Signature of All Things by Elizabeth Gilbert Travels With Myself and Another by Martha Gellhorn The Wolf of Oren–Yaro by KS Villoso Tea With the Black Dragon by R.A. MacAvoy The Interestings by Meg Wolitzer The Magical Language of Others by EJ Koh (tw: suicidal thoughts and attempts, disordered eating, domestic violence, sexual assault, depression) See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Friend of the pod, Joel, talks with Mel about his experience with "Sexual Orientation Reparative Therapy" or conversion therapy as you might know it. Joel walks us through what it was like to experience and recover from this traumatic experience. Resources Mentioned: https://www.amazon.com/Torn-Rescuing-Gospel-Gays-vs-Christians-Debate-ebook/dp/B0076DFG5S https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1413067/ https://www.waterloocounseling.org/ https://www.sagestudioatx.com/

On this episode: Nate brings back the Nate News (:28)Nate chats with Gene and Logan (6:06)Topic: Atheists and Christians Debate Truth and Belief (10:23) Join Nate on our Facebook page this Sunday at 3 p.m. PST for another "Ask Nate Anything" episode. Send your questions to www.clearlens.org/ask Sign up for our unique newsletter that contains material only for subscribers at (www.clearlens.org)! Twitter: @AClearLens Facebook: www.facebook.com/clearlens "Day by Day" by Citizens is used with permission. Check out their website: wearecitizens.net

Our Season 3 Premiere! Lindsey Dye is a Case Worker at the Mental Health Cooperative here in Nashville. Growing up Baptist, she struggled to find a church after coming out, eventually finding one in the United Methodist Church. Lindsey is from Mt. Juliet, TN, where it was difficult to find the resources she needed for support in coming out. Today, her focus is on guiding LGBTQIA+ youth through coming out and the journey beyond. She identifies as lesbian or gay, with the gender pronouns she/her/hers. Find Lindsey on Instagram, @lindseygayle. For Discussion: When have you been told you had to be/act a certain way by your church, and how did that affect your view of yourself and your sexuality? Full episode transcript available at outloudstories.com. Episode Sponsor: Edgehill United Methodist Church - Worship times are Sundays at 8:15 AM (for a smaller contemplative service) and 10:45 AM (for a larger service with their choir). To learn more, visit edgehill.org. Books: Torn: Rescuing the Gospel from the Gays-vs.-Christians Debate by Justin Lee Unclobber: Rethinking Our Misuse of the Bible on Homosexuality by Colby Martin Organizations in Nashville: Edgehill UMC Glendale Baptist Nashville in Harmony Out Crowd Nashville Oasis Center Mental Health Cooperative Mental Health Resources, recommended by Lindsey: Psychology Today Centerstone Health Connect America Out Loud is a podcast by and for queer people of faith in the South. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram, and join our mailing list for updates. Support the show financially by becoming a Patreon member and receive exclusive content and merchandise. Or give us a tip on Venmo. Editing by Cariad Harmon. Music by JP Rugierri. Recorded at We Own This Town in Nashville, TN.

In this special episode, we interview McKrae Game, the former leader of one of the largest ex-gay organizations in the country. Conversion therapy refers to any attempt to change a person's sexual orientation, whether through psychotherapy, pastoral counseling, or support group programs. Recommended Resources The Trevor Project: https://www.thetrevorproject.org QChristian: https://www.qchristian.org Books on the Affirming View: Torn: Rescuing the Gospel from the Gays-vs.-Christians Debate (Justin Lee): https://www.amazon.com/Torn-Rescuing-Gospel-Gays-vs-Christians-Debate/dp/1455514306 God and the Gay Christian (Matthew Vines): https://www.amazon.com/God-Gay-Christian-Biblical-Relationships/dp/160142518X Scripture, Ethics, and the Possibility of Same-Sex Relationships (Karen Keen): https://www.amazon.com/Scripture-Ethics-Possibility-Same-Sex-Relationships/dp/0802876544 Books on the Traditional View: Washed and Waiting (Wesley Hill): https://www.amazon.com/Washed-Waiting-Reflections-Faithfulness-Homosexuality/dp/0310534194 Single, Gay, Christian: A Personal Journey of Faith and Sexual Identity (Gregory Coles): https://www.amazon.com/Single-Gay-Christian-Personal-Identity/dp/0830845127

Can you be gay and Christian? In this important episode, we discuss this controversial issue with grace that addresses various sides of the debate. We also share resources and insight for those struggling to reconcile their sexuality and faith.  Resources Mentioned: • QChristian • Torn: Rescuing the Gospel from the Gays-vs.-Christians Debate (Justin Lee) Books for Those on Side B: • Washed and Waiting (Wesley Hill) • Single, Gay, Christian: A Personal Journey of Faith and Sexual Identity (Gregory Coles) Books for Those on Side A: • God and the Gay Christian (Matthew Vines) • Scripture, Ethics, and the Possibility of Same-Sex Relationships (Karen Keen) Looking for help? Faithful Counseling provides online counseling with Christian licensed therapists. For 10% off your first month, visit here.

Mormon Missionaries were shocked to find out that Joseph Smith is not a true prophet! This was a debate with 2 Christians vs. 3 LDS Missionaries, 1 LDS Bishop and 1 LDS who was a lawyer. Have you ever asked what to say to Mormon Missionaries when they are knocking on my door? What are … Continue reading →

Why do so many claiming to be Christian go on to debate and disagree? Aren't all Christians the same body of Christ? You asked, the Bible answers. The post Why do Christians Debate Each Other? appeared first on incmedia.org.

On episode #731 of Theology in the Raw Preston has a public dialogue with Justin Lee. Justin is the author of Torn: Rescuing the Gospel from the Gays-vs.-Christians Debate. Justin has been an influential Christian voice for LBGT+ affirmation for 20 years, best known for working across areas of theological disagreement to promote grace and mutual understanding. He is the founder of the world's largest LGBT+ Christian advocacy organization, and an internationally known speaker on faith, sexuality, and dialogue. The event was hosted by Spark Church.Dialogue begins at timestamp: 10:22Question and Response timestamp: 1:38:20Video of the event:https://youtu.be/hRHlf4dKFz0https://youtu.be/5-NdR2rUnzgSupport PrestonSupport Preston by going to patreon.comConnect with PrestonTwitter | @PrestonSprinkleInstagram | @preston.sprinkleCheck out his website prestonsprinkle.comIf you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leave a review.

Part: 2Justin Lee shares his story of being a committed follower of Jesus and being gay. For the last two decades, Justin Lee has been an influential Christian voice, best known for working across areas of theological disagreement to promote grace and mutual understanding.Justin's first book, Torn: Rescuing the Gospel from the Gays-vs.-Christians Debate, has been widely cited for its role in changing conservative Christians' attitudes and helping Christian parents accept their LGBTQ kids. His newest book, Talking Across the Divide, offers strategies for having more productive conversations on controversial issues in a polarized society.Thanks to his books and his advocacy work, Justin has been invited to speak across the U.S. and around the world. He's been featured in a number of media outlets, including Dr. Phil, Anderson Cooper 360, All Things Considered, The Advocate, The Christian Post, and The New York Times.Justin lives in Orlando, Florida, where he currently serves as the executive director of Nuance Ministries and as a consultant for the Tyler Clementi Foundation. He makes humorous videos on the Bible and other topics on his YouTube channel and blogs at GeekyJustin.com.

In episode 10 Matt continues to share this story, accepting himself as gay and loved by God. In this episode he shares about learning to have conversations with others who push back, encouraging others to re-look at what they've been taught in the scriptures or been told through the church and honestly shares about the pain & heartache in his journey. Justin Lee's book: Torn https://www.amazon.com/Torn-Rescuing-Gospel-Gays-vs-Christians-Debate-ebook/dp/B0076DFG5S Matt's national anthem singing https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KzERPugwXVo Matt's Tedx Talk https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eHJs04-YIYc Matt's music on iTunes https://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/matt-nightingale/86542104 Matt on Twitter https://twitter.com/mattnightingale Matt on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/mattnightingale Matt on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mattnightingale/ Matt's Message on coming out https://www.facebook.com/questnovato/videos/2520585634634076/UzpfSTYyNzk1MDM1MDoxMDE1NjQ2MjczMzE2MDM1MQ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/holycannoli/support

We could talk about the church forever. Our special guest is TERRI SMITH in conversation about the church & the LGBTQ community. Terri discusses the challenges of confronting her own beliefs, wrestling with scripture, accepting and reconciling with her son, changing her understanding of God, and seeking to better the church and other people of faith. For years she tried to "pray the gay away" for her teenage son and well into his twenties but a series of circumstances helped Terri "repent" (change her thinking). Now she is a new woman, a new mom & a new follower of Jesus. Having a gay son was the best thing that ever happened to her. Resources: 1-https://www.facebook.com/WeRMamaBears/ 2-https://www.amazon.com/Torn-Rescuing-Gospel-Gays-vs-Christians-Debate/dp/1455514306/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1532303246&sr=1-1&keywords=torn+justin+lee 3-https://www.reformationproject.org/ (Matthew Vines) 4-https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/for-the-love-with-jen-hatmaker/e/54045 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/holycannoli/support

Help Support LGBT Stories! Visit us on Patreon and show your TODAY!    Justin Lee, the original founder of The Gay Christian Network, GCN, shares his story of coming to terms with who he is as a gay Christian. Justin is a speaker and author of "Torn: Rescuing the Gospel from the Gays-vs.-Christians Debate". Check out his website www.geekyjustin.com for more! Follow Justin On: facebook Twitter Tumblr YouTube Snapchat Instagram     Our shows logo was designed and donated to us by Ryan Sirois, author of, "King of Stars". Pick up Ryans inspiring book today! Follow Ryan On: facebook Instagram LinkedIn hello@ryansirois.com     LGBT Stories is Supported by The Menlo House. Use our promo code LGBT at check out for 50% off your first two months!     LGBT Stories is created and hosted by, Kevin Gerdes. Follow Kevin On: facebook Twitter Instagram   Follow LGBT Stories On: facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube contact@ourlgbtstories.com       LEARN HOW TO PODCAST IN ONLY 30 DAYS!

Queerology is on break and will return next week with Vicky Beeching! (Encore release of Episode 14) For the last two decades, Justin Lee has been an influential Christian advocate for LGBT affirmation, best known for working across areas of theological disagreement to promote grace and mutual understanding. His book Torn: Rescuing the Gospel from the Gays-vs.-Christians Debate has been widely cited for its role in changing conservative Christians’ attitudes and helping Christian parents accept their LGBT kids. In this episode, Justin discusses leaving GCN, the power of nuance, and his upcoming projects.

Justin Lee is a firm believer that Christians should be known for showing love, not for being jerks. Twenty years ago, he started building bridges between the gay and Christian group on his campus. in 2001, he founded the Gay Christian Network, which has grown to 30,000 members. He is the author of Torn: Rescuing the Gospel from the Gays v. Christians Debate. I speak with Justin about his faith and how his spiritual quest led him to a different yet richer understanding of the Bible.     

In this short episode, we discuss whether or not Christians should debate in public? Is it OK? What about with unbelievers? What about with believers?

Special extra episode this week. We talk about whether Christians should be debating with people. With other Christians, atheist, believers of other religions--how much of it is an exercise of futility? 30 extra minutes of real church matters for your spiritual edification...enjoy. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/real-church-matters/support

Hear the live debate in Woking with 4 speakers putting the Christian case for and against the UK leaving the European Union. Justin Brierley chairs the debate. On the Stay team: Sir Simon Hughes & Gary Streeter MP. On the Go team: Adrian Hilton (aka Archbishop Cranmer) & Brendan Chilton.For Unbelievable? The Conference 2016: http://www.premierchristianradio.com/unbelievable2016 Read Adrian Hilton & Simon Hughes' EU debate in Premier Christianity magazine: http://www.premierchristianity.com For more faith debates visit http://www.premierchristianradio.com/Shows/Saturday/Unbelievable Join the conversation: Facebook and Twitter Get the MP3 Podcast of Unbelievable? Via RSS or Via Itunes

In this episode, Kenny interviews author, speaker, and college professor Dr. Preston Sprinkle about homosexuality, but more specifically about how Christians ought to engage with people who identify as gay. Dr. Sprinkle makes it clear: Homosexuality is not about an "issue" to be dealt with, but it is much more about people than need to be loved. Dr. Sprinkle gained national attention several years ago when he co-wrote the best selling book Erasing Hell with Francis Chan, which was a response to Rob Bell's Love Wins. Dr. Sprinkle has earned undergraduate and graduate degrees from The Master's Seminary as well as a Ph.D. in New Testament from Aberdeen University in the Scotland. He currently serves as the Vice President for Eternity Bible College's Extension Campus in Boise, ID. He previously taught at Cedarville University (Ohio) and at Nottingham University (U.K.). Check out Dr. Sprinkle's Personal Website Follow Dr. Sprinkle on Twitter: @prestonsprinkle Check out Dr. Sprinkle's podcast: Theology in the Raw Resources Recommended by Dr. Sprinkle:  People to be Loved (by Preston Sprinkle, Ph.D.) Washed and Waiting (by Wesley Hill) Is God Anti-Gay (by Sam Allberry) Torn: Rescuing the Gospel from the Gays-vs.-Christians Debate (by Justin Lee) Additional Recommended Resources: What Does the Bible Really Teach about Homosexuality? (by Kevin DeYoung) Tim Keller's Response to Matthew Vines & Ken Wilson Resources from Rosaria Butterfield Christopher Yuan's Response to Justin Lee's "Torn" Christopher Yuan's Response to Matthew Vines Is Gay the New Black? (Video) How Can Homosexuality Be Wrong If It Doesn't Harm Anyone? (Video) Previous Related Episodes:  78: Why is Homosexuality a Sin? 70: How Does God Determine What Is Sin And What Is Not Sin? 65: Is It Wrong To Live Together Before We’re Married? 58: Why Is God Consumed With His Own Glory? 55: Why Does Sexual Purity Matter? With Dr. Corey Allan 11: Why Is Premarital Sex Sin?

Marie Hause moderates an episode on the relationship between LGBTQ people and the Christian church with Victoria Reynolds Farmer and guest panelist Nate Craddock. Topics include Justin Lee's book Torn: Rescuing the Gospel from the Gays vs Christians Debate and a sermon by Danny Cortez.

What are some examples of circular reasoning in issues that Christians debate? Is there ever a time when circular reasoning is valid?

Justin Lee "Torn:  Rescuing the Gospel from The Gays-VS.-Christians Debate".  Spirited.  Varnum v Brien, the Iowa court case.  Then,  what's the story on Catholic & non-Catholic marriages?  Plus,  the lady says modern High Efficiency clothes washers suck...cuz of the feds.

Neil Haley will debate Rob Roselli.