Homosexuality: Speaking the Truth in Love

Resources for Changing Lives

by Edward T. Welch

"Homosexuality is the hot issue of the day," says Edward T. Welch in this booklet. "Even more than abortion, it will confront the church throughout this generation, forcing us to listen, study, and respond wisely."

How can we answer claims that the Bible does not prohibit committed homosexual relationships? Or that science proves that homosexuality is genetic, not a chosen lifestyle? Welch supplies us with timely biblical and biological insight into homosexuality. Just as importantly, he calls us to examine our attitudes in order to minister to homosexuals truthfully, compassionately, humbly, and persuasively.

There are 26 other helpful booklets in the Resources for Changing Lives series.

Genres: Counselling, Christian, Christian Living, Sexuality, Nonfiction

48 pages, Paperback

First published October 9, 2000

About the author

Edward T. Welch, M.Div., Ph.D., is a licensed psychologist and faculty member at the Christian Counseling & Educational Foundation (CCEF). He has counseled for thirty years and is the best-selling author of many books including When People Are Big and God Is Small; Addictions: A Banquet in the Grave; Blame It on the Brain?; Depression: A Stubborn Darkness; Crossroads: A Step-by-Step Guide Away from Addiction; Running Scared: Fear, Worry, and the God of Rest; and When I Am Afraid: A Step-by-Step Guide Away from Fear and Anxiety. He and his wife Sheri have two daughters, two sons-in-law, and four grandchildren.

Reviews

[Thomas Reid · Rating 1 out of 5]

As a homosexual i think it is awesome when I do stuff like kiss or have sex with men. It’s really great and moreover it’s good for society. Edward t welch should have thot about it this way……. How do we stop straight people from doing what they do?!? Bc that’s not normal lol

[David Dunlap · Rating 5 out of 5]

Clear and direct. I find the author's insistence on keeping God and His Word as primary most refreshing -- he points out that, if this is done, it does not matter if science determines a biological cause for homosexuality (it has thus far failed to do s0) or if psychology continues to trumpet psychological factors: sinful actions and beliefs come from the heart and mind and can thus action can be chosen or not. -- How the church can assist homosexuals could perhaps have been fleshed out in greater detail. Still, a helpful and powerful booklet, worth reading and sharing.

[Lily · Rating 1 out of 5]

Way too many words to just say gay people should try conversion therapy. Not very convincing either as I’m still a lesbian.

[Christian De La Cruz · Rating 5 out of 5]

A biblical approach to understanding the roles of men and women is based on the belief that God has a specific plan and purpose for each gender. This understanding emphasizes the importance of adhering to traditional gender roles and behavior, as outlined in the Bible. The goal is to bring people closer to a clear and objective understanding of these roles, guided by love and a desire to follow God's will.

[Karen · Rating 3 out of 5]

Tho booklet is informative but lacking in warmth. It was written in 2000 so some of the information and illustration is now dated.

[Aaron Clark · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great, simple, short. Largely aims at nature vs. nurture as ultimate cause of homosexual sin, then helpful thoughts on what the process of change looks like. You should read this.

[Joshua · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great little essay on this topic requiring much needed wisdom. In today's evangelical landscape, a person can be a homosexual Christian, an untenable position from a Scriptural vantage point. This booklet exposes the homosexual hermeneutic and ultimately debunks its flaws. Welch also touches on the nature of sin and necessity of a Savior and closes with a helpful path forward.

[Moses Flores · Rating 5 out of 5]

An uncompromisingly Christian approach to the issue of homosexuality. This book is useful in examining arguments and consequences of accepting pro-homosexual arguments by the Church. Very useful and written in a humble tone.

[Dave Jr. · Rating 4 out of 5]

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[Justin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very helpul!

[Eli · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good. Welch challenges the common idea that says homosexual orientation is not sinful, only homosexual actions.