Category Archives: Homosexuality

Ironic Faith: Homosexuality

Posted on October 24, 2008 by Jay Guin

It’s no surprise that the emerging churches have a special concern for homosexuals. Emergents are not so much pro-gay or pro-lesbian as they are convinced that sexuality is more complex than many acknowledge. They are committed both to the Bible, … Continue reading →

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New Research on Society’s Attitudes Toward Homosexuality

Posted on June 13, 2008 by Jay Guin

Ed Stetzer summarizes recently released research on how America views homosexuality. As many consider homosexual conduct sinful as do not. It’s a tie. And the younger you are, the more likely you are to condone gay sex. And here’s the … Continue reading →

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Letter to a Gay Man in the Churches of Christ, Part 9

Posted on April 20, 2008 by Jay Guin

I came across these intriguing posts about homosexuality from Patrick Mead. Patrick is pulpit minister at the Rochester Hills Church of Christ in Rochester, Michigan, and one of my favorite preachers. (You would do well to listen to some of … Continue reading →

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Letter to a Gay Man in the Churches of Christ, Part 8

Posted on April 19, 2008 by Jay Guin

I know what the answers will be on the blog if you did write about it. I am very conflicted and confused about everything while trying to recover from my addiction. I have a therapist and a psychiatrist but no … Continue reading →

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Letter to a Gay Man in the Churches of Christ, Part 7

Posted on April 17, 2008 by Jay Guin

My question is why doesn’t the church talk about it? Why is it so hush hush? Do people really think that it’s not an issue that needs to be talked about? That there’s no way a gay person could be … Continue reading →

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Letter to a Gay Man in the Churches of Christ, Part 6

Posted on April 15, 2008 by Jay Guin

Yet, I haven’t 100% rejected the idea that being gay is OK with God. You can’t just undo a lifetime of being taught homosexuality is the worst possible sin in a short period of time. No, it’s not the worst … Continue reading →

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Letter to a Gay Man in the Churches of Christ, Part 5

Posted on April 13, 2008 by Jay Guin

I am about to give up the church of Christ because I can’t go on living a lie. If people in my singles class and my minister knew how I really am, I would be condemned and whatever else. Living … Continue reading →

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