How do we navigate the complexities of faith, sexuality, and gender identity with the Bible? In this sermon by Pr Mark Finley, we invite you to journey with us as we explore seven crucial insights drawn directly from the Bible about LGBTQ+

• Scriptural Foundations of Sexuality and Gender: Explore God's original design for human relationships and identity as seen in Genesis 1:27 and how it sets the foundation for understanding sexuality and gender.
• Understanding Societal Influence: Discussing the influence of societal changes, especially the rising LGBTQ+ narratives in media and culture, on our understanding of sexuality and the Church's response to these changes.
• Homosexuality in the Light of Scripture: Delve into key biblical passages, such as Leviticus 18, that discuss homosexuality and how they should be interpreted in a modern context.
• Orientation vs. Actions: Addressing the critical distinction between having LGBTQ+ orientations and participating in behaviors contrary to biblical teachings, and what Scripture says about both.
• The Power of Gospel Transformation: Explore how the Gospel's transformative power can bring hope and change, especially for individuals struggling with sexual identity issues.
• The Adventist Perspective: Discuss the Seventh-day Adventist Church's biblical stance on homosexuality and transgenderism, and how it informs our approach to these issues.
• Approaching the Topic with Love, Truth, and Compassion: Learn how to navigate these sensitive conversations with kindness, respect, and honesty, upholding the truth of God's Word without causing harm or judgment.

Here are the chapters:
00:00 Introduction - Why is it Time to Speak Up?
14:48 Christian Response to LGBTQ+
18:08 Biblical Perspectives on Gender and Sexuality
48:28 Official Position of the Seventh-day Adventist Church

As part of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, a global community observing the Sabbath and awaiting Jesus Christ's second advent, we strive to create open dialogues, bridging gaps between contemporary issues and Scripture.

To understand more about the official Seventh-day Adventist Church's stance on these issues, please refer to:

Homosexuality: https://www.adventist.org/official-st...
Transgenderism: https://www.adventist.org/official-st...

Our goal is to inspire understanding, empathy, and unity, showing that every individual, regardless of sexual orientation, is loved by God and treated with compassion within our community.

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