I Never Became Straight. Perhaps That Was Never God's Goal.
Why I embraced the Bible's sexual ethic before I understood it.
Rachel Gilson
The obedience of faith only works when it's rooted in a person, not a rule. Imposed on its own, a rule invites us to sit in judgment, weighing its reasonableness. But a rule flowing from relationship smoothes the way for faithful obedience. When a child doesn't understand her mother's command, the mother's character plays a strong role in what happens next. A cruel, capricious mother is likely to meet resistance. But an affectionate, nurturing mother inspires trust, because you know she's on your side, profoundly. continue reading >>
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