101 Frequently Asked Questions About Homosexuality

by Mike Haley

101 Probing Questions...101 Compassionate and Scriptural Answers from Focus on the Family's Mike HaleyAlmost daily we hear news reports that confirm the acceptance of homosexuality in our culture. Homosexuals are adopting children, appearing as characters on television programs, taking vacations catering to an exclusively gay clientele, and  even seeking the right to "marry" their partners.  But is this acceptance healthy for society?Few topics can raise so many questions so quickly. And for many readers, those questions hit close to home as they learn of the homosexuality of a loved one or close friend.Here are the answers to the most often asked questions about homosexuality, fielded by an expert on the subject...and a former homosexual himself.

Genres: Christian Living, Theology

176 pages, Kindle Edition

First published June 1, 2004

Reviews

[Darrell · Rating 4 out of 5]

“101 Frequently Asked Questions About Homosexuality” is a primer I think most casual readers will pull down from the shelf most often to review, to consult and to share with others. It is not a politically correct book and the author does not advocate moral relativism. And I have to admit – Haley’s direct counsel and firm stance on Biblical principles even startled me in a couple of places. But he is sensitive, sincere and consistent throughout.

The author made a wise decision to begin by reiterating the danger and folly of labeling (stereotyping) people and making snap judgments. No matter which "side of the issue" we are on, we shouldn’t let our assumptions, biases, subjective experiences, lack of understanding or intolerance negate or blindly lead us to ignore, dismiss, attack or diminish another person just because he has sincere (but different) beliefs, values or opinions. We should speak to the other person’s humanity. Genuinely make the effort to understand and relate to him or her as an individual.

Here’s a breakdown of the content . . .
Answering the Basics (5 questions)
Answers for Families (19 questions)
Answers for Friends (11 questions)
Answers for the Church (8 questions)
Answers for Men (7 questions)
Answers for Women (6 questions)
Answers for Those Desiring Change (9 questions)
Answering Theology (8 questions)
Answering Culture (11 questions)
Answering the Gay Community and Agenda (10 questions)
Answering Science (5 questions)
Answering Your Need (2 questions)

Mike Haley’s answers to these four questions in particular impressed me the most:
(1) To what extent should a gay father (living with another man) be involved in the lives of his children?
(2) I have made the decision to leave homosexuality. What do I need to know? What have you seen in the lives of those who are successful?
(3) What is a mentor’s role when helping women who struggle with same-sex attraction?
(4) How can I inform my parents that I have embraced my sexuality and am not ready to change? I tried the whole “change thing” for a while, but I’m just not ready. How do I let them know without hurting or offending them?

[Sue Chan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Totally Biblical!!! A must read!!!

[Johannes · Rating 5 out of 5]

Mal etwas zum Thema Homosexualität was nicht mit dem Zeitgeist und der Meinung der breiten Medien mitgeht aber mit Gottes Wort, der Bibel, übereinstimmt.

Der Autor, Mike Haley, bezeichnet sich selber als Ex-Homosexuell und gibt Antwort auf viele Fragen die von Homosexuellen, Familie/Angehörigen/Gemeindemitgliedern von Homosexuellen und Interessierten zu dem Thema gestellt werden. Mike nennt mögliche Ursachen der homosexuellen Entwicklung eines Menschen (Traumata, Vergewaltigung, emotionale oder komplett abwesende gleichgeschlechtliche Eltern, etc ....). (Fast) Alle dieser Beeinflussungen passieren in der Kindheit und ermöglichen die Entwicklung von Homosexualität. Mike Haley verspricht, dass es für Menschen mit Homosexualität Heilung gibt (1. Korinther 6:11 "Und solche sind einige von euch gewesen.") und gibt Rat und Hilfe für die, die sie suchen.

Besonders gut finde ich, dass hier nicht Homosexuelle schlecht geredet werden, weil sie sündigen. Niemand von uns Menschen ist ohne Sünde, jeder fällt kurz nach Gottes Maßstäben, deswegen sollten wir uns aufeinander aufbauen und unterstützen um zu versuchen, so heilig zu sein wie unser Herr Christus.

Es werden viele Statistiken angeführt, welche leider etwas veraltet sind, weswegen eine neuere Version mit neuen Statistiken sehr angebracht wäre. Es werden jedoch unzählige weitere christliche Bücher und Werke zu dem Thema angeführt. Sehr empfehlenswert für alle Christen die sich bibeltreu mit dem Thema auseinander setzen wollen!

[Singer_of_Stories · Rating 4 out of 5]

Rating: 4.5 stars

Review: I found 101 Frequently Asked Questions about Homosexuality to be a highly educational and informative read. The question and answer format was highly accessible and thorough, answering my questions, questions I didn’t know I had, and many more. While I didn’t always agree with Mike Haley’s answers, the book broadened my perspective, forced me to think, and opened a new well of compassion in my heart for people struggling with same-sex attraction. The book is a work of Christian apologetics/education, so it does not promote or endorse the LGBT+ agenda. However, as someone who struggled with homosexuality for years, the author’s answers are compassionate and respect the dignity of people who have same-sex attractions. I highly recommend 101 Frequently Asked Questions about Homosexuality for people who have loved ones struggling with same sex attractions, people struggling with same-sex attractions, or people like me who want to more fully understand the many facets of a Christian response to homosexuality.

[Tammy Olson · Rating 3 out of 5]

Interesting but a bit dated, like surveys and statistics

[J. D. Hilde · Rating 4 out of 5]

Endlich mal wissenschaftlich fundierte Argumente und nicht nur Medienpolitik gemischt mit manipulative Massenpsychologie.

Hinterfragt kritisch, verliert aber nicht den roten Faden.