Christianity and Homosexuality

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Once again the Seventh-day Adventists have led the way in ministering to and for the outcasts. This is one of the most comprehensive and supportive studies of Christianity and Homosexuality issed by any denomination. Out of necessity 'the other side' has been given a chance to respond; however, this powerful collection of scientific, biblical, historical, psychological, theological, personal and pastoral evidence illustrates clearly that homosexuality is not a sickness to be cured nor a sin to be forgiven. Appendix 3 of the chapter by Ben Kemena–carefully laying out the 'Time Line of the Recognition of Homosexual Orientation'–is in and of itself worth the price of Christianity and Homosexuality.
—Dr. Mel White, Co-founder of Soul Force

In the sharing of their life's story our fellow pilgrims give us a wondrous gift. They open the way for understanding, caring and fellowship on our journey. This book is just such a gift. The impact for me was not so much information as it was the gift of life. —Pastor Louis Venden

I learned so much from Christianity and Homosexuality: Some Seventh-day Adventist Perspectives! It is wonderful to have a resource to recommend to my Seventh-day Adventist friends that is so closely tied to Adventism's rich heritage, traditions and unique witness. It has challenged and deepened my own understandings of the Gospel and homosexuality and will do so for Christians from other traditions. —Harry Knox, Director, Religion and Faith Program, Human Rights Campaign

Welcoming a reviled and beleaguered community is never automatic or easy. But the church at it's best has learned from the widening embrace of Hebrew prophecy and from the Lord Jesus Christ, in who that embrace came to fullest fulfillment. this book may lead readers to still another possibility of welcome and embrace. It is past time to consider it. —Charles Scriven, President, Association of Adventist Forums

This is a significant book and it is long overdue. As one who has been a hospital Chaplain, I am confident that it will dispel the shadows of fear, hatred and murderous violence toward those who are more like us than we often realize. I have gained so much insight from the stories and reflections in this book. I invite you to do the same. —Bronwen Larson

For Christians of all denominations who struggle to understand those children of God who happen not to be straight, this book will be of great help. It's survey of the history and theologies that have impacted Adventism, the insights of medical practitioners and social workers, and the true stories of real families will broaden the perspectives of even those who disagree with some of it's conclusions. —Tony and Peggy Campolo, Authors and Lecturers

Reviews...

Review by Reinder Bruinsma, Netherlands

Homosexuality is one of the most difficult problems the SDA church struggles with today. It's a subject that has many aspects. First the theological aspect: what does the bible say about it? How can one explain the parts in the bible that deal with homosexuality. But besides these questions there are many other aspects. full review...

Review by David Potter, Australia

Are same-sex relationships natural? Do homosexuals and heterosexuals deserve equal treatment in the church? Is sexual preference chosen, or is it biologically determined? Are the Leviticus 18 and 20 edicts timeless moral laws that apply equally to Christians as to Israel? Do Paul’s comments on “unnatural” relations (Romans 1) cover all same-sex relations, or only the perverse practices of the godless Gentiles? These questions and many more are addressed in this book. full review...

Review by Steve Parker, Australia

Christianity and Homosexuality has an interesting structure (see the diagram). I’d like to make a couple of comments about this structure because I think it is highly significant. Notice the location of the scriptural and theological perspectives. Most conservative Christians would want to place the Bible and theology at the beginning of the book and filter all other perspectives through its lense. However, the editors of this book perhaps recognise that placing the Bible at the beginning of the discussion would destroy any chance of an open inquiry into the subject of homosexuality. full review...

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              <p class="style3">Once again the Seventh-day Adventists have led
                the way in ministering to and for the outcasts. This is one of
                the most comprehensive and supportive studies of Christianity
                and Homosexuality issed by any denomination. Out of necessity
                'the other side' has been given a chance to respond; however,
                this powerful collection of scientific, biblical, historical,
                psychological, theological, personal and pastoral evidence illustrates
                clearly that homosexuality is not a sickness to be cured nor
                a sin to be forgiven. Appendix 3 of the chapter by Ben Kemena–carefully
                laying out the 'Time Line of the Recognition of Homosexual Orientation'–is
                in and of itself worth the price of <em>Christianity and Homosexuality. <br>
                </em>—Dr. <em>Mel
                White, Co-founder of Soul Force </em></p>
              <hr>              <p class="style3">In the sharing of their life's story our fellow
                pilgrims give us a wondrous gift. They open the way for understanding,
                caring and fellowship on our journey. This book is just such
                a gift. The impact for me was not so much information as it was
                the gift of life. —<em>Pastor Louis Venden</em></p>
              <hr>
              <p class="style3">I learned so much from <em>Christianity and Homosexuality:
                  Some Seventh-day Adventist Perspectives</em>! It is wonderful
                  to have a resource to recommend to my Seventh-day Adventist
                  friends that is so closely tied to Adventism's rich heritage,
                  traditions and unique witness. It has challenged and deepened
                  my own understandings of the Gospel and homosexuality and will
                  do so for Christians from other traditions. —<em>Harry
                  Knox, Director, Religion and Faith Program, Human Rights Campaign </em></p>
              <hr>
              <p class="style3">Welcoming a reviled and beleaguered community
                is never automatic or easy. But the church at it's best has learned
                from the widening embrace of Hebrew prophecy and from the Lord
                Jesus Christ, in who that embrace came to fullest fulfillment.
                this book may lead readers to still another possibility of welcome
                and embrace. It is past time to consider it. —<em>Charles
                Scriven, President, Association of Adventist Forums</em></p>
              <hr>
              <p class="style3">This is a significant book and it is long overdue.
                As one who has been a hospital Chaplain, I am confident that
                it will dispel the shadows of fear, hatred and murderous violence
                toward those who are more like us than we often realize. I have
                gained so much insight from the stories and reflections in this
                book. I invite you to do the same. —<em>Bronwen Larson</em></p>
              <hr>
              <p class="style3">For Christians of all denominations who struggle
                to understand those children of God who happen not to be straight,
                this book will be of great help. It's survey of the history and
                theologies that have impacted Adventism, the insights of medical
                practitioners and social workers, and the true stories of real
                families will broaden the perspectives of even those who disagree
                with some of it's conclusions. —<em>Tony and Peggy Campolo,
            Authors and Lecturers</em></p></td>
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              <p class="style3"><strong>Review by Reinder Bruinsma, Netherlands</strong></p>
              <p class="style3"><span class="style9">Homosexuality is one of
                  the most difficult problems the SDA church struggles with today.
                  It's a subject that has many aspects. First the theological
                  aspect: what does the bible say about it? How can one
                  explain the parts in the bible that deal with homosexuality.
                  But besides these questions there are many other aspects.</span> <a href="review_reinder_bruinsma.htm" class="style7">full
                  review...</a></p>
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              <p class="style3"><strong>Review by David Potter, Australia</strong></p>
              <p class="style3">Are same-sex relationships natural? Do homosexuals
                and heterosexuals deserve equal treatment in the church? Is sexual
                preference chosen, or is it biologically determined? Are the
                Leviticus 18 and 20 edicts timeless moral laws that apply equally
                to Christians as to Israel? Do Paul’s comments on “unnatural” relations
                (Romans 1) cover all same-sex relations, or only the perverse
                practices of the godless Gentiles? These questions and many more
                are addressed in this book. <a href="review_david_potter.htm" class="style7">full
                review...</a></p>
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              <p class="style3"><strong>Review by Steve Parker, Australia</strong></p>
              <p class="style3"><em>Christianity and Homosexuality</em> has an interesting structure (see the   diagram). <span class="style3">I’d   like to make a couple of comments about this structure because I think it is   highly significant. Notice the location of the scriptural and theological   perspectives. Most conservative Christians would want to place the Bible and   theology at the beginning of the book and filter all other perspectives through   its lense. However, the editors of this book perhaps recognise that placing the   Bible at the beginning of the discussion would destroy any chance of an open   inquiry into the subject of homosexuality.</span> <span class="style3"> <a href="review_steve_parker.htm" class="style18">full
              review...</a></span></p>
              <hr>
              <p align="center" class="style3"><strong>View the Human Rights
                  Campaign <br>
June 17, 2008 Press Conference <br>
introducing this book.</strong></p>

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