How would you feel if someone talked about the "straight lifestyle" and then lumped you into a category with every other straight person who walks the planet? No, not a feisty, angry, explosive conversation maybe you've had some of those before. i wish every teen would read it." seAn Mcdowell professor at Biola University and the author of fifteen books, including Ethix: Being Bold in a Whatever World He grew up a lot like Justin, but Jordan believes that acting on homosexual desires is a sin. Jordan was taken aback. Jordan was helping out in the youth group at church and had just completed a year of college. He then apologized, released her, and warned her that he'd kill her if she told anyone about what had happened. I struggle with same-sex attraction. Let's have a cordial conversation. However you feel about homosexuality, the Bible, or whatever, this truth is. He and his family live in Boise, Idaho, and he currently helps pastors and leaders engage the LGBTQ conversation with thoughtfulness and grace. An overuse of dude, totally, and other phrases only seem to stunt the conversation that this book is trying to start. For now, I'll use the term gay in our conversation as a description of someone who is attracted to the same sex. I feel like I'm attracted to the same sex, but I have no one to talk to. It's uncomfortable living with the unknown, so we have different belief systems in hopes to understand aspects of life that we cannot see, control, or explain. The term, is often used as a synonym for "same-sex attraction" (or SSA) and doesn't necessarily mean that the "gay" person is acting on that attraction. Or you could use the well-known acronym LGBT. Get help and learn more about the design. Top subscription boxes right to your door, 1996-2023, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates, Teen & Young Adult Christian Social Issues, Teen & Young Adult Values & Virtues eBooks, Teen & Young Adult Dating & Intimacy eBooks, Learn more how customers reviews work on Amazon. Preston and his wifeChris, live in Boise, Idaho, with their 3 daugthers and 1 son. I am so grateful for Dr. Sprinkle's work to present a work that clearly communicates the gospel to the students reading his book and helps challenge the reader to be more like Jesus. He did a great job backing his beliefs with scriptures and reminding Christians that none of us are perfect and all sin is sin no matter what we think of as worse then another it is all viewed the same by God. I'm gay." So let's drop the "lifestyle" lingo. But I know many gay people who aren't having sex. Jordan was helping out in the youth group at church and had just completed a year of college. The point is, there's no one-size-fits-all category for gay and lesbian people. After all, gay and lesbian people live the same lives as straight people. [London: Butterworths. And unfortunately, many gay and lesbian individuals have been slashed by words that feel like razor blades across their eyeballs. We're talking about people. And the confusion continued to dehumanize Jordan limb by limb. Ever. We need to be careful with this term. However, I think in his desire to avoid bringing shame to those who struggle with same-sex attraction, he opens the door to equating sexual sin with actions only. He could hardly say the words out loud in the safety of his car. What if they're not acting on it now, but maybe they will in the future? And they have stories. These ebooks can only be redeemed by recipients in the US. It's fine to use it; I'll use it throughout our conversation. I would recommend giving this book to an emotionally mature Christian teen of 11/12 and up who is a good reader OR using this book to inform teaching on these topics to that age group. It also analyzed reviews to verify trustworthiness. "Um when? I did not read this book cover to cover. This is not an "us/them" discussion, but very much a "we" discussion. He didn't know what to say. If people are born gay, then doesn't this mean God made them that way? But psychologically and mentally, she identified as a male. Preston clearly explains that loving and accepting a person does not mean that one need approve of that person's choices or actions. Instead, the Bible gives Christians the liberty to make God-glorifying decisions based on their convictions. Although she had many excellent qualities - she was creative, had a great capacity for . Each one of these people has some experience with homosexuality. Sources of grey water include kitchen sinks, showers, baths . I'm attracted to guys.". The five questions provide a way to get there. Sorry, there was a problem loading this page. Does the Bible really say homosexuality is wrong? We need to be careful with this term. They work, they play, they eat and sleep. The writing style was great for this type of subject, which is highly debated by many. And unfortunately, many gay and lesbian individuals have been slashed by words that feel like razor blades across their eyeballs. Lifestyle?! Yet another thing? : Authors: Zondervan, Categories: Young Adult Nonfiction. When he came out to his parents about being gay, they told him he was an abomination and kicked him out of the house. Sometimes it's inevitable to use the words "us" or "them." This is terribly wrong. He has written several books including People to Be Loved, Living in a Gray World, Charis, and Erasing Hell, which he co-authored with Francis Chan. Lifestyle?! His hands were trembling and his face dripped with sweat. In case you're wondering, Jordan got through that frightful evening with the leaders at his church. "[d]on't worry about being too liberal or too conservative. I read "Embodied" first. You can say homosexual when referring to concepts or things rather than people ("homosexual relationship," "homosexual desires"). Justin breaks all the stereotypes of what some people say "makes" people gay. First page of Dodsley 's illustrated edition of Gray's Elegy with illustration by Richard Bentley. People who have been raped into lesbianism, and people who have been born with same-sex attraction. Or you could use the well-known acronym LGBT. Brief content visible, double tap to read full content. Words such as "we" versus "they," and "us" versus "them." I didn't understand it; I didn't know how to broach the topic with other people, yet alone homosexual people or Christian homosexuals. (Some of you don't need to pretend.) He maintains a conservative view that the Bible presents sex between one man and one woman in the context of marriage as God's Preston Sprinkle does an excellent job arguing for the importance of loving and accepting all people, especially those of the LGBTQ community. But we need to be very clear about what we mean. No one likes to feel like some "other" a subspecies to the human race. His mom wasn't domineering, his dad was around, his sisters didn't dress him up in pink, and he wasn't sexually abused. He had spent several years wrestling with his same-sex attraction, though his commitment to the Bible prevented him from acting on it. Please use a different way to share. It breaks down the Christian doctines in a way that doesn't feel judgmental or hateful. What if they're not acting on their attraction? For details, please see the Terms & Conditions associated with these promotions. It is written as a conversation. And I greatly appreciate his compassionate, loving tone throughout. Excerpted by permission of ZONDERVAN. She read the title. And this book I mean. While I dont agree with some of the authors specific advice in the last chapter of this book, the author still does an excellent job of explaining different concepts and issues related to homosexuality and transgenderism, as well as laying out the Bibles teaching on this subject. However you feel about homosexuality, the Bible, or whatever, this truth is nonnegotiable: Homosexuality is about people and not about some issue. Some questions have simple answers, but many don't. There was an error retrieving your Wish Lists. I think what people really mean by "lifestyle" is here we go sex. Please try again. Justin is a Bible-believing Christian who grew up in a loving family. This seems weird until you hear her story. The fact is, we SHOULD be reading books like this. We work hard to protect your security and privacy. He admits that there has been a lot of hurt done in the name of Christianity and that churches and individuals need to seek a better way rather than just publicly humiliating someone. This book provides clear and simple language for tackling this complex and fraught topic. use current, reliable information sources from around the world S.3 develop skills of geographic thinking: analyze the ways in which physical and human geographic features influence world events draw conclusions from maps and other geographic sources locate, gather, interpret and organize information, using historical maps Excerpt. One of the most important books for teens, Reviewed in the United States on August 17, 2020. Both gay and straight people have gay and straight friends. As Jordan's story shows, focusing on truth with little compassion can actually damage other people who are made in God's image. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. I received this from netgalley.com and the publisher in exchange for an honest review. Please try again. This book isn't just for straight students, it . In todays world, the topic of homosexuality seems to be part of everyday conversation in the media, in politics, and even inside churches, with pressure to accept one view or the other. He maintains a conservative view that the Bible presents sex between one man and one woman in the context of marriage as God's original design, and that sex/sex acts in any other circumstances constitutes sin. Jordan was taken aback. We dont share your credit card details with third-party sellers, and we dont sell your information to others. Sprinkle explains both the culture as well as the Greek for various tricky passages and also explains terminology which many Christians may get confused by. "I know you all trust me and allow me to help out in church. But I think this book can still be a discussion. Or someone just attracted to the same sex? There was only one typo that I could find in my ARC. Reviewed in the United States on August 16, 2021. Millions of people have been psychologically and emotionally slaughtered over something they were called more than twenty years ago. And this book I mean, conversation is about understanding fellow human beings. There's not. Think about it: Pretend you are fifteen years old and struggling with same-sex attraction. Words have the power to hurt and to heal, to build up and to tear down. It was a kind and practical book. Dan is the type of guy many Christians think of when they hear the word. Would recommend this book (or even better "A people to be loved" to everyone. Preston and his wifeChris, live in Boise, Idaho, with their 3 daugthers and 1 son. Let's begin our conversation by meeting some real people. We are all individual human beings. I've introduced you to Dan, Maddie, Justin, Jordan, Lesli, and Eric because there's something we really need to agree on up front. How can we best love people who are same-sex attracted among us? bestselling author Dr. Preston Sprinkle has encountered these same questions, and as a theologian and a college professor he has dealt with these issues firsthand. I think it's time to have a conversation about homosexuality. Lifestyle. What if someone is only slightly gay? The first friend I want to introduce to you is Dan. After all, gay and lesbian people live the same lives as straight people. ${cardName} not available for the seller you chose. Reprinted by permission. Learn more. This is terribly wrong. They all have a unique set of experiences, joys and fears, things they hate and love, things that make them smile and other things that make them crazy mad. Dan is a gay man happily married to another man. It goes like this: "Sticks and stones will break my bones but words will never hurt me." Please try again. Words such as "we" versus "they," and "us" versus "them." Men who feel more like women, and women who feel like men. When he came out to his parents about being gay, they told him he was an abomination and kicked him out of the house. I'm. I'm not a, I don't struggle with wanting to have sex with children. What if someone's actually straight, but they've had same-sex experiences in the past? This book isn't just for straight students, it's for all students looking for information and guidance. Jordan thought. We are all individual human beings. And the confusion continued to dehumanize Jordan limb by limb. A lesbian is a woman who feels like a woman, and who's attracted to other women. (someone attracted to both men and women), so that word is okay. And the confusion continued to dehumanize Jordan limb by limb. Throughout our conversation, you and I are going to ask some hard questions and sort through some tough debates. I didn't decide this. is sort of a catchall identifier for everyone else who feels marginalized based on their sexuality. It breaks down the Christian doctines in a way that doesn't feel judgmental or hateful. The Bible says that they are an abomination!". Or committed suicide. Glad I bought this book, 1996-2023, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates, Select a location to see product availability, Free returns are available for the shipping address you chose. Sometimes the English language demands it. He is a, bestselling author who's written more than adozen books, including, Living in a Gray World, Scandalous Grace, Non-violence. What if someone's actually straight, but they've had same-sex experiences in the past? But with 6 teenagers of my own, this is an excellent resource that balances truth and grace backed by solid theology and scriptural foundations as well as scientific research. So when people talk about "the gay lifestyle," what they may really mean is gay sex. You can say homosexual when referring to concepts or things rather than people ("homosexual relationship," "homosexual desires"). Sandra Gray has worked for WCW and WWE in the past. They all have a unique set of experiences, joys and fears, things they hate and love, things that make them smile and other things that make them crazy mad. So if someone asks you, "What's your view on homosexuality?" Eligible for Return, Refund or Replacement within 30 days of receipt. Jordan thought. Through honest conversation, real-life examples, and biblical research, Sprinkle unpacks what we can know to be true, and how Scriptures overall message to us today allows us to move forward and find answers that align with Gods intent. A Great Guide for Understanding LGBT Questions, Reviewed in the United States on July 26, 2021. Or you could use the well-known acronym LGBT. Yes. There was a problem loading your book clubs. Ive found this to be an essential guide for the believer in navigating the hyper sexualized and multi sexualized world we live in today. Most questions require a lot of thought and honest discussion. Dan isn't very religious and he often gets frustrated with conservative Christians. I'd recommend never using the word homosexual when referring to people. Thenstill without making eye contacttold me that she would be able to place the book on holdthen asked, Do you know what this book is about? Um, yes. Lifestyle. I purchased the kindle version of this book to screen it for my teenager, then ordered the paperback for her to read. I'm glad you asked these good questions. I think the church is doing our teens a great disservice by not addressing this topic, with the exact balance of truth and love that Preston Sprinkle displays, as early as the beginning of adolescence. I really appreciated that this book teaches Christians to not harass people who are of a different sexuality than is thought of as Christianly. Dan is a gay man happily married to another man. is about understanding fellow human beings. Good questions, hard questions, weird questions, or questions you can't ask anyone else. Does every gay person have the same, I think what people really mean by "lifestyle" is here we go . The Importance of Seeing the World in Shades of Grey. Both gay and straight people have gay and straight friends. But because the filing cuts off on . When he entered the room, he was greeted with smiles. I would highly recommend this book. 2.50. Men who feel more like women, and women who feel like men. Our culture is certainly sending messages about this topic to pre-teens and teens! I think this book displays a beautiful balance of showing love, but also conveying truth. My point is to be very careful about using these terms and to make sure you don't cause people to feel like some less-than-human "other.". Redemption links and eBooks cannot be resold. I don't want to be attracted to guys. moving in a world from Try again. Whose side would you be on? My heart breaks whenever I think about Jordan in that church office. Unfortunately, he or the publisher abridged too much, resulting in assertions not substantiated to the degree you will find in People to Be Loved, which I find disappointing given the need to avoid condescension when talking with youth and college students, something Sprinkle surely knows being a professor. New York Times bestselling author Dr. Preston Sprinkle has encountered these same questions, and as a theologian and a college professor he has dealt with these issues firsthand. And sometimes there are several other letters added to the mix, like LGBTQTIAP (. Or men, in some cases. Seeing Gray In A World Of Black And White. The author wasn't afraid to state his belief which was that the Bible did not support same-sex relationships and endorses opposite-sex relationships. Even if you desired to be one of "us" (the good, righteous, straight people, who happen to be attracted to the opposite sex), you've just been pushed out to the community of "them." That is. I support this author in the belief that same-sex attraction is okay, and that we should accept people for who they are, not just for what their attraction is compared to other people.It felt dangerous and hard reviewing this book. What if they're not acting on their attraction? Over the years I've talked with a lot of gay and lesbian people. As if that wasn't bad enough, he raped her over the next four years. 04/16/00. in our conversation as a description of someone who is attracted to the same sex. In Gray World, Green Heart, Robert Thayer identifies three conflicting forces - topophilia (love of land and nature), technophilia (affection for and dependence upon technology), and. And those who used to love Jesus but were so mocked and hated by Christians that they've left the church. Read "Living in a Gray World A Christian Teen's Guide to Understanding Homosexuality" by Zondervan available from Rakuten Kobo. That is, don't use it as a noun, like, "Hey, look at that homosexual." But when Justin was fourteen, he realized he was attracted to the same sex. Or someone just attracted to the same sex? In case you're wondering, Jordan got through that frightful evening with the leaders at his church. Some who believe in Jesus, and others who despise the Christian faith. There's a stupid saying that I used to hear as a kid. I know. "Homosexuality" is a very broad concept that includes many different types of people. In today's world, the topic of homosexuality seems to be part of daily conversation in the media, in politics, and even inside churches, with pressure to acce. And we're going to listen to a lot of stories. Full content visible, double tap to read brief content. Excerpt. Excerpted by permission of ZONDERVAN. This is not an "us/them" discussion, but very much a "we" discussion. There's no alternative for. Sometimes it's inevitable to use the words "us" or "them." In the context I minister, this topic comes up on a weekly basis. Reprinted by permission. You've already met my friend Jordan. : It shouldnt be weird. A Christian Teen's Guide to Understanding Homosexuality, "Um when? Throughout high school, Eric was mocked, beat up, and made to feel less than human by Christians and non-Christians. That is, don't use it as a noun, like, "Hey, look at that homosexual." Bring God into your life and avoid being a man just "existing" in this world. Dan is the type of guy many Christians think of when they hear the word homosexuality. Dan is a gay man happily married to another man. >>Read/Download Kindle Living in a Gray World: A Christian Teen?s Guide to Understanding Homosexuality All Edition by Preston Sprinkle. He might as well have been stuffed in a cage and sold to the zoo. Thank you, Preston Sprinkle, for taking the time to write this much-needed book! This book says that it's for teens, but really it is a wonderfully short resource for any church or individual who finds themselves struggling to understand how to reconcile the Biblical worldview of same sex marriage with the current pressures of today. Preston has held faculty positions at Nottingham University, Cedarville University, and Eternity Bible College. By KEVIN GRAY. It's more or less a simpler version of his other book, but still good, and still focuses on loving others just as much as it focuses on what God expects of us. Preston Sprinkle, Living in a Gray World: A Christian Teen's Guide to Understanding Homosexuality. Elegy Written in a Country Churchyard. Preston has held faculty positions at Nottingham University, Cedarville University, and Eternity Bible College. I've introduced you to Dan, Maddie, Justin, Jordan, Lesli, and Eric because there's something we really need to agree on up front. The line between homosexual. By living a lukewarm life you are trying to suspend yourself in an unnatural world created by you and mankind, not God. (Some of you don't need to pretend.) Given a long history of books written in America targeting youth that have been damaging to say the least, I was excited to see this book written for teens. His mom wasn't domineering, his dad was around, his sisters didn't dress him up in pink, and he wasn't sexually abused. Lifestyle. We'll talk about all this stuff in chapter 4. Most people tack on a Q for "Queer" (or "Questioning") at the end LGBTQ. (There could be some bad answers out there, but no bad questions.) She read the title. This inspiring book captures why contact with nature is essential for our mental, social and physical well-being -- and how we can rethink urban development to create green city spaces and a return to nature. This book seems to fit the bill: it is attractive, well-written, and faithful to biblical . You may wonder, "Isn't that person just a lesbian?" The cover shows some wear. He maintains a conservative view that the Bible presents sex between one man and one woman in the context of marriage as God's original design, and that sex/sex acts in any other circumstances constitutes sin. It also means you are missing the personal growth that emerges from experiencing the troubles and tribulations our life on earth brings us. For instance: How should I respond when my sister tells me she's a lesbian? There's no alternative for bisexual (someone attracted to both men and women), so that word is okay. I love that over and over Sprinkle Im a college pastor who has continually wanted a biblical, compassionate resource to give to students and youth who are either struggling with same sex attraction or trying to figure out what the Bible says about homosexuality. It really comes across in this book as in everything he does. There's no alternative for. Those nasty, abominable, gay people. Jordan is still attracted to guys, but he's committed to a life without marriage and sex because he's convinced that same-sex relations are wrong and that he can best serve God through celibacy. Are we talking about people having sex with someone of the same gender? You're sitting in the front row at church and the preacher keeps talking about ". Gray contrails of speeding images Bright colors muted by constant motion Gray brilliantly shrouding an empty existence . Gray areas demand our best judgment. It shouldnt be looked down upon. That is, don't use it as a noun, like, "Hey, look at that homosexual." Additional gift options are available when buying one eBook at a time. While I dont agree with some of the authors specific advice in the last chapter of this book, the author still does an excellent job of explaining different concepts and issues related to homosexuality and transgenderism, as well as laying out the Bibles teaching on this subject. He breaks apart myths and assumptions on both sides of the topic. Let's begin our conversation by meeting some real people. Thank you for enlightening us and equipping us to love better. Some gay and lesbians who act on their attraction, and others who don't. Thank you for enlightening us and equipping us to love better. One thing I've learned from talking to gay people over the years is that words really matter. I haven't even touched another person. I've even used these terms a few times already, in case you didn't notice! Living in a Gray World explores with readers: Homosexuality and other related issues, such as what it means to identify as transgender and intersex What the Bible says about homosexuality How to cultivate a heart for people Dr. Sprinkle shares biblical truth and compassion about this important topic. Im a college pastor who has continually wanted a biblical, compassionate resource to give to students and youth who are either struggling with same sex attraction or trying to figure out what the Bible says about homosexuality. I haven't even touched another person. Each one of these people has some experience with homosexuality. , Screen Reader I think the church is doing our teens a great disservice by not addressing this topic, with the exact balance of truth and love that Preston Sprinkle displays, as early as the beginning of adolescence. For now, I'll use the term. Both gay and straight people have gay and straight friends. Some gay and lesbians who act on their attraction, and others who don't. This book is a biblical look at the sex and gender cultural landscape with people in mind. . My hope is that hearing their stories will help us "put flesh" on the topic of homosexuality. This is one of the best books on this topic. The great, easy, straight-forward, honest and personal way the author wrote it. Plenty of Great stuff. Also available Magazines, Music and other Services by pressing the "DOWNLOAD" button, create an account and enjoy unlimited. To have a clear and deep book that is easy for any student to pick up and read is such a gift. one leader said to another, forgetting that Jordan was still in the room. Unfortunately, many gay and lesbians feel like this whenever they hear Christians talk about "those gay people" or other such "they/them"-type words. And if there is no clear answer, a simple "Let's keep thinking about that" will do just fine. But as you can see, their stories are as different as night and day. So let's drop the "lifestyle" lingo. However you feel about homosexuality, the Bible, or whatever, this truth is nonnegotiable: Homosexuality is about people and not about some issue. Some who believe in Jesus, and others who despise the Christian faith. I read "Embodied" first. "Um when? God loves you and has great plans for you. That is. So when people talk about "the gay lifestyle," what they may really mean is gay sex. His main point, that his main book "A people to be loved" emphasizes even more, is that LGBT people are individuals with vastly different life experiences. Too often, the terms gay or homosexual are quickly followed by the word lifestyle, like in Jordan's conversation with his church leaders. I wholeheartedly support Preston Sprinkles approaching to loving ALL people, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity, and I think he does a great job of balancing that authentically with what the Bible says about homosexuality. was painfully blurred. . As someone who works with youth, I looked into this book as a reference. So let's have that discussion. We also need to be careful about the term homosexuality. Who are us? First of all, I wanted to call this woman out on questioning me while also wanting to laugh at how ridiculous her response was. 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