Out of a Far Country
A Gay Son's Journey to God. A Broken Mother's Search for Hope.
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4.7 • 90 Ratings
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- $13.99
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- $13.99
Publisher Description
Over 100,000 copies sold!
Coming Out, Then Coming Home
Christopher Yuan, the son of Chinese immigrants, discovered at an early age that he was different. He was attracted to other boys. As he grew into adulthood, his mother, Angela, hoped to control the situation. Instead, she found that her son and her life were spiraling out of control—and her own personal demons were determined to defeat her.
Years of heartbreak, confusion, and prayer followed before the Yuans found a place of complete surrender, which is God’s desire for all families. Their amazing story, told from the perspectives of both mother and son, offers hope for anyone affected by homosexuality.
God calls all who are lost to come home to him. Casting a compelling vision for holy sexuality, Out of a Far Country speaks to prodigals, parents of prodigals, and those wanting to minister to the gay community.
“But while he was still a long way off, his father saw him and felt compassion, and ran and embraced him and kissed him.” - Luke 15:20
Includes a discussion guide for personal reflection and group use.
Customer Reviews
So blessed after reading this
I find myself surprised by God's grace and faithfulness after reading this book, yet I shouldn't be surprised at all. This is how he works. Redeeming broken men and women and then using them to reach others. This book is real and honest. And you will find yourself leaning more fully into the promises of God. Because He who began a good work will be faithful to complete it!
Awful Message
This book will ruin the lives of anyone questioning their sexuality that was brought up in a religious home, by reinforcing the idea that the magic man in the sky is mad at them for who they are.
Homosexuality isn't something you can chose and this awful book seeks to ruin people's lives by telling them that it is.
Life-changing!
This book is a must-read for everyone. It shares the powerful life stories of people who have painful pasts, made wrong choices, and how God's grace is sufficient to cover them both and transform lives. You won't be able to put this book down, and it may even change your life. And if you are looking for a book that will help you see how Christians should deal with the issue of homosexuality, you will find it hear as you see how a faithful mother did just that.