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2014-05-29T10:04:06-05:00
Patheos Explore the world's faith through different perspectives on religion and spirituality! Patheos has the views of the prevalent religions and spiritualities of the world.
Is Love Enough?
Last updated on: May 29, 2014 at 10:04 am By Susan Cottrell
“Yes, we have to love people, but we have to hold the standard,” Carl* said, and he really meant it. He sat in a meeting where I spoke about faith and the LGBTQ community. He was referring to his sister, a lesbian, who sat one seat over from him, their mom in the middle. Carl could not understand how love was enough—even though Jesus explicitly taught us that—Carl kept repeating that we’ve got to hold the standard. I know this... Read more
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2014-05-28T09:31:42-05:00
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We Are Not Each Others’ Babysitters
Last updated on: May 28, 2014 at 9:31 am By Susan Cottrell
I’m baffled at the fervor that drives people to tell others what God wants for them. But I’ve come up with an analogy that I think embodies that fervor. Rob and I had a full house for many years: two boys and three girls. We would leave the kids with a babysitter while we escaped, er, went out. It was for our own sanity. When they were old enough, we let them stay at home without us. We’d put one... Read more
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2016-07-12T10:06:51-05:00
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Marriage Equality: Because It’s Right. Because It’s Time.
Last updated on: July 12, 2016 at 10:06 am By Susan Cottrell
“Instructions for living a life. Pay attention. Be astonished. Tell about it.” ― Mary Oliver Mary Oliver writes sensitive, life-filled poetry. She challenges and inspires. She is also a lesbian.The friend who introduced me to Mary Oliver’s poetry does not condone marriage equality… at least, last time we talked. This friend who finds Oliver’s poetry so lovely is prepared to prohibit Oliver from marrying the person she wants to marry. Ironic, isn’t it? Mary Oliver’s poetry is good enough to inspire, admire and recommend, but her human... Read more
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2014-05-26T11:05:36-05:00
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Dallas Buyers Club & the Church
Last updated on: May 26, 2014 at 11:05 am By Susan Cottrell
I may have been the last person on earth to do it, but I just saw “Dallas Buyers Club.” So good. No wonder it won three Oscars. Near the end, in the courtroom scene, I thought of you. (I confess, I’m always thinking of you!) Even if you haven’t seen “Dallas Buyers Club,” this will make sense to you — and it won’t spoil the movie. It’s when Ron (Matthew McConaughey) goes to court to seek permission to use the drugs... Read more
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2014-05-23T10:29:55-05:00
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Can I Trust You With a Secret?
Last updated on: May 23, 2014 at 10:29 am By Susan Cottrell
Do you have a secret? How big is it? How do you think people will respond if they find out? It wasn’t always clear to Santiago Salazar that somewhere inside him was a Lisa that would someday—a long time into the future—show herself to the world. After living the first forty eight years of life as Santiago, a married, heterosexual man and father of three children and devout Christian, Santiago was diagnosed with gender dysphoria, a term that describes the... Read more
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2014-05-22T09:58:03-05:00
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Moms & Dads… What The Heck Are We Doing?!?
Last updated on: May 22, 2014 at 9:58 am By Susan Cottrell
Well, my heart is broken. Yet another mom has emailed me that their daughter came out to them as gay, and her husband, the girl’s father, kicked her out. Dad said, “I don’t agree with her lifestyle; she will have to leave.” (Bear in mind there was no ‘acting on this’ yet, no “lifestyle” – it was simply the daughter revealing her heart.) Mom disagrees with Dad – she is wondering how she can continue to live with a husband... Read more
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2014-05-21T09:47:14-05:00
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God and the Gay Christian
Last updated on: May 21, 2014 at 9:47 am By Susan Cottrell
Can you be Christian and gay? What does the Bible say and what does it not say? What does the Bible mean and not mean? If you are a Christian parent of an LGBTQ child, or a Christian LGBTQ, these are questions that you must answer to be at peace with your faith. In his new book God and the Gay Christian, Matthew Vines does an incredible job at just that, as he gives insight and historical context that helps... Read more
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2014-05-20T09:19:04-05:00
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Jesus Wept… Because of Christians, not Gays.
Last updated on: May 20, 2014 at 9:19 am By Susan Cottrell
“Jesus wept.” But not because of gays. This is Rob, Susan’s husband. I wanted to share my heart with you today. This past year the Supreme Court handed down rulings supporting gay marriage. Many Christians used words like abomination, devastating, disgusting, tragic. Mike Huckabee, the ultra conservative right wing TV personality and former governor of Arkansas, sent out a simple tweet: “Jesus Wept.” Mike, I agree, Jesus wept. But not because of gays. Perhaps Jesus is weeping because of the... Read more
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2014-05-19T10:47:45-05:00
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Don’t Be Afraid
Last updated on: May 19, 2014 at 10:47 am By Susan Cottrell
Picture yourself entering the woods by a winding path. You wander in, exploring the trees — all various shades of green, red, yellow, orange. The clear blue sky peeks through the interlaced leaves. You come to a fork and you must choose one of several paths. You choose and you move forward. There are rocks in the path, and you step carefully so you don’t stumble. Soon you discover you can step more firmly and quickly, because your foot has learned... Read more
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2014-05-16T09:35:41-05:00
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Transgender Teachers?
Last updated on: May 16, 2014 at 9:35 am By Susan Cottrell
“Students should not be forced into an environment where they are coerced to accept or affirm a teacher’s gender identity issues.” – Andrea Lafferty, President, Traditional Values Coalition ENDA (Employment Non-Discrimination Act) has been in the news lately, with grave concerns expressed in opposition. “Should transgender people be allowed to teach in the classroom?” And, “If a formerly male teacher comes to class female, what would you tell your child?” These are excellent questions. In this multiplicity of beliefs, thought, orientation and faiths: what... Read more
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