Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
From the author Out of a Far Country, which detailed his dramatic conversion from an active gay lifestyle to a celibate, same-sex attracted Christian, comes a thoroughly biblical perspective on sexuality, desire, and how finding our identity in God shapes our interactions with others. Christopher Yuan's story of redemption and restoration has inspired thousands worldwide. As a celibate, same-sex attracted Christian, he walks a very challenging path. Now for the first time ever, he offers in-depth biblical study and teaching to help explain the core of his convictions. Holy Sexuality and the Gospel is for every reader who is curious about what God says about human sexuality and the spiritual realities of embodied personhood. Whether you're wrestling with questions of identity yourself, or looking for the right words for a loved one, Holy Sexuality will equip you with the facts you need for sure conviction, and the coaching you need for loving and charitable connections.
Synopsis
From the author of Out of a Far Country, which details his dramatic conversion from an agnostic gay man who put his identity in his sexuality to a Bible professor who now puts his identity in Christ alone, comes a gospel-centered discussion of sex, desire, and relationships. Dr. Christopher Yuan explores the concept of holy sexuality--chastity in singleness or faithfulness in marriage--in a practical and relevant manner, equipping readers with an accessible yet robust theology of sexuality. Whether you want to share Christ with a loved one who identifies as gay or you're wrestling with questions of identity yourself, this book will help you better understand sexuality in light of God's grand story and realize that holy sexuality is actually good news for all.
Synopsis
From the author of Out of a Far Country, which detailed his dramatic conversion from an agnostic gay man who put his identity in his sexuality to a faithful follower of Jesus who has put his identity in Christ, comes a thoroughly biblical and theological perspective on sex, desires, and relationships. Christopher Yuan's story of redemption and restoration has inspired thousands worldwide. Now he offers in-depth biblical and theological teaching to help explain the core of his convictions. Holy Sexuality and the Gospel is for every reader curious about what God says about human sexuality and the spiritual realities of embodied personhood. Yuan writes that holy sexuality is chastity in singleness or faithfulness in marriage. Whether you're wrestling with questions of identity yourself, or wanting to share Christ to a loved one who identifies as gay, this book will equip you with the truth you need, as well as the coaching necessary for loving and charitable relationships.