Prof: Jesus redemptive power can change homosexuals
FORT WORTHThe essential message of the church in the debate over homosexuality and gender identity must echo the apostle Pauls: Homosexuality can be overcome through Christs redemptive power, stated Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary ethics professor Evan Lenow in a recent conference at the Fort Worth campus. Homosexuality in 1 Corinthians 6:9-11 [...]
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With grace, speak truth, ignore intimidation
Widely applied no-bullying rules in public schools coupled with advocacy from gay and lesbian organizations have made some public schools a hostile environment for those who criticize homosexuality, even in a non-threatening manner. One example in Texas: In September, a Fort Worth high school student stated in German class that his [...]
Continue ReadingGrounded in Scripture, pastors can help those struggling with homosexuality
Most youth and college pastors may be striving against the cultural grain to equip their students to stand on biblical truth. And in some cases, especially when dealing with homosexuality, they might need to call a Christian counselor for help. Frank Catanzaro, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary professor of education and Christian [...]
Continue ReadingCan the homosexual condition be prevented? Author says Yes
Can early intervention help a young person who has homosexual inclinations, thoughts, or curiosities, even those who have begun to experiment sexually? According to author Don Schmierer, the answer is a convictional yes. In fact, Schmierers 2003 book An Ounce of Prevention: Preventing the Homosexual Condition in Todays Youth (Promise Publishing [...]
Continue ReadingChristian resources on homosexuality
Recommended by Bob Stith, Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission gender issues strategist When Homosexuality Hits Home by Joe Dallas Someone I Love is Gay by Anita Worthen and Bob Davies These two books are excellent resources for anyone who has a loved one struggling with homosexuality. If you suspect someone is dealing with this [...]
Continue ReadingOn Mexico border, churches counter violence with prayer
EL PASO, Texas (BP) -- Testimonies from churches along the Mexican border highlight the need for ongoing prayer that God would curb Mexico's drug violence. A 40-day, multi-denominational prayer effort in El Paso, Texas, for the neighboring Mexican city of Juarez was followed by a reduction in murders. But increased violence [...]
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