“But as I became more aware of same-sex relationships, I couldn’t understand why they were supposed to be sinful, or why the Bible apparently condemned them. With most sins, it wasn’t hard to pinpoint the damage they cause. Adultery violates… — Matthew Vines Copy Share
“Christians throughout history have affirmed that lifelong celibacy is a spiritual gift and calling, not a path that should be forced upon someone.” — Matthew Vines Copy Share Image
“But as I became more aware of same-sex relationships, I couldn’t understand why they were supposed to be sinful, or why the Bible apparently condemned them. With most sins, it wasn’t hard to pinpoint the damage they cause. Adultery violates a commitment to your spouse. Lust objectifies others. Gossip degrades people. But committed same-sex relationships didn’t fit this pattern. Not… — Matthew Vines Copy Share
“The law was good, Paul wrote, and its purpose vital. But its purpose was also temporary. Once Christ fulfilled the law, his followers would… — Matthew Vines Copy Share Image
“The failure of reorientation therapy is why the "ex-gay" ministry Exodus International shut down in 2013. It places gay Christians who adhere to the… — Matthew Vines Copy Share Image
“In marriage, we're called to reflect God's love for us through our self-giving love for our spouse. God's love for us isn't dependent on… — Matthew Vines Copy Share Image
“Homosexuality, to the limited extent it was discussed in our church, was little more than a political football, a quick test of orthodoxy.” — Matthew Vines Copy Share Image
“Neither Peter in his work to include Gentiles in the church nor the abolitionists in their campaign against slavery argued that their experience should… — Matthew Vines Copy Share Image
