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Full of Grace and Truth : The gospel and sexuality in the global church
- GenresChristian Non Fiction
64 pages, Paperback
Published February 1, 2026
About the author
Vaughan Roberts
54 books96 followersVaughan came to faith as he read through Matthew’s Gospel for himself as a teenager. After studying law at Cambridge University and a brief spell doing student ministry in South Africa, he moved to Oxford to study Theology at Wycliffe Hall and has lived in the city ever since. In 1991 he joined the staff of St Ebbe’s Church to lead the student ministry and since 1998 he has been Rector. He is also the Director of the Proclamation Trust, an organisation that encourages and equips Bible teachers. In his spare time Vaughan writes books and plays cricket and golf.
see also Vaughan Roberts' sister Clare Heath-Whyte
see also Vaughan Roberts' sister Clare Heath-Whyte
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January 23, 2026
A written version of Vaughan’s address on the gospel and sexuality in the global church at the Lausanne Congress 2024. A brilliant little book - solid on biblical truth while also pastorally warm and sensitive. A helpful call to the global church to engage with these matters following Christ’s example - with grace and truth.
May 26, 2026
Vaughan Roberts' small book is essentially a transcript of his short sermon at the 2024 Lausane Congress in Seoul. It's a short, sharp and thoughtful exploration on God's designs, human sexuality and real flourishing, written by a man who has skin in the game, having taken a public role as a same-sex attracted man who choses to remain celibate out of Christian conviction.
April 2, 2026
Full of Grace and Truth by Vaughan Roberts is a short but thoughtful introduction to the topic of sexuality, and one that manages to say more than many longer books.
Right from the beginning, Roberts clearly sets out the Bible’s framework for sex and marriage, which helps ground the whole discussion. One of the most striking points early on is the question of why the church should echo the world, rather than speak with clarity and confidence from Scripture.
What makes this book particularly helpful is the tone. The author writes with both conviction and humility, and his personal honesty adds weight to what he says. He doesn’t avoid difficult questions but handles them in a way that encourages careful thinking rather than quick conclusions.
At the same time, the book consistently points back to a key truth: none of us approaches this topic from a place of moral superiority. That perspective shapes the way we are to respond—not with harshness, but with compassion, remembering we are speaking about people made in God’s image.
There are also helpful and needed reminders about the place of singleness and the importance of genuine Christian community. The call is not only to uphold biblical teaching, but to live it out in a way that reflects Christ’s love in practice.
As the title suggests, this is a call to hold both grace and truth together—something that is often lacking in conversations on this subject.
A clear, balanced, and accessible starting point for anyone wanting to think biblically and carefully about these issues.
A big thank you to 10ofthose UK for sending me the book to review. I absolutely loved it and gave it a 5-star rating on Goodreads, even though my average rating tends to be around 3.47. This one stood out as a solid and impactful read that I would highly recommend.
Right from the beginning, Roberts clearly sets out the Bible’s framework for sex and marriage, which helps ground the whole discussion. One of the most striking points early on is the question of why the church should echo the world, rather than speak with clarity and confidence from Scripture.
What makes this book particularly helpful is the tone. The author writes with both conviction and humility, and his personal honesty adds weight to what he says. He doesn’t avoid difficult questions but handles them in a way that encourages careful thinking rather than quick conclusions.
At the same time, the book consistently points back to a key truth: none of us approaches this topic from a place of moral superiority. That perspective shapes the way we are to respond—not with harshness, but with compassion, remembering we are speaking about people made in God’s image.
There are also helpful and needed reminders about the place of singleness and the importance of genuine Christian community. The call is not only to uphold biblical teaching, but to live it out in a way that reflects Christ’s love in practice.
As the title suggests, this is a call to hold both grace and truth together—something that is often lacking in conversations on this subject.
A clear, balanced, and accessible starting point for anyone wanting to think biblically and carefully about these issues.
A big thank you to 10ofthose UK for sending me the book to review. I absolutely loved it and gave it a 5-star rating on Goodreads, even though my average rating tends to be around 3.47. This one stood out as a solid and impactful read that I would highly recommend.
April 2, 2026
Full of Grace and Truth is a short but incredibly helpful book on a topic that many Christians shy away from: sexuality.
If you’re looking for an in‑depth, comprehensive exploration of sexuality and gender, this isn’t that book. But if you want a brief, accessible, and thoroughly biblical introduction to how Christians can hold together grace and truth, then I can’t recommend it enough.
At under 50 pages, I finished it in half an hour — making it ideal even for those who don’t normally consider themselves readers. Its brevity is one of its strengths. Roberts explains that the central chapter began as his 15‑minute address at the 2024 Lausanne Congress, and that sense of distilled clarity runs throughout the whole book.
I think every church leader should read this, and truly all Christians would benefit from its timely reminder, summarised here on page 28; “So how should we as Christians respond to the sexual revolution? We should respond with Christ: Christ’s teaching (he affirmed God’s Creation order), Christ’s example (he showed amazing love to sinners) and Christ’s welcome (he invited all to come to him in repentance and faith).”
A concise, compassionate, and Christ‑centred resource. Highly recommended.
If you’re looking for an in‑depth, comprehensive exploration of sexuality and gender, this isn’t that book. But if you want a brief, accessible, and thoroughly biblical introduction to how Christians can hold together grace and truth, then I can’t recommend it enough.
At under 50 pages, I finished it in half an hour — making it ideal even for those who don’t normally consider themselves readers. Its brevity is one of its strengths. Roberts explains that the central chapter began as his 15‑minute address at the 2024 Lausanne Congress, and that sense of distilled clarity runs throughout the whole book.
I think every church leader should read this, and truly all Christians would benefit from its timely reminder, summarised here on page 28; “So how should we as Christians respond to the sexual revolution? We should respond with Christ: Christ’s teaching (he affirmed God’s Creation order), Christ’s example (he showed amazing love to sinners) and Christ’s welcome (he invited all to come to him in repentance and faith).”
A concise, compassionate, and Christ‑centred resource. Highly recommended.
February 26, 2026
This is a very short book which provides such a helpful overview to this challenging yet vital subject. It is by no means a comprehensive delve into the Biblical position or arguments, however it serves well to whet your appetite for such. The author balances so well the need for Biblical truth with Gospel love.
I loved his overview summary:
God is for sex
Sex is for marriage
Marriage is for life
Life is for Christ
For any Christian who is confused about what approach to take in this area, this book would serve as an excellent introduction to the subject written from a pastoral heart.
I loved his overview summary:
God is for sex
Sex is for marriage
Marriage is for life
Life is for Christ
For any Christian who is confused about what approach to take in this area, this book would serve as an excellent introduction to the subject written from a pastoral heart.
March 20, 2026
Based around Vaughan Roberts address to the Lausanne Congress in 2024, this little primer (64 pages) helpfully puts forward the case for grace and truth in matters of the gospel and sexuality. Based around an exploration of the biblical themes of Creation, Fall, and Redemption and applying it to sex and marriage this book is pastoral in tone and gracious in its approach whilst holding to a biblical ethic.
As a simple primer to give to church members this book is excellent. Small groups would benefit from reading and using the discussion guide at the back.
As a simple primer to give to church members this book is excellent. Small groups would benefit from reading and using the discussion guide at the back.
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
Vaughan's address of the topic of human sexuality is indeed full of grace and truth. He shares from personal experience with both same sex attraction and years of ministry in a way that helpfully expounds how we can engage as Christians winsomely and faithfully. I highly recommend this quick read that will help you be a better friend, church member, and witness of the gospel in this world!
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March 24, 2026A clear and thoughtful introduction to an important topic. Vaughan Roberts offers a biblical foundation for engaging conversations on identity and sexuality with both truth and compassion. Short, practical, and a great starting point.
Thank you to the publisher for my copy.
Thank you to the publisher for my copy.
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