Sam Allberry

A sensitive exploration of the Bible's teaching on sexuality.

Is it ok to be gay and Christian? Does the Bible really say that homosexuality is wrong? Is sexual orientation fundamental to identity?

Author and speaker Sam Allberry has expanded and restructured his best-selling book, which draws on his own experience as a believer who experiences same-sex attraction. As well as exploring Bible passages that talk directly about homosexuality, this new edition frames the whole discussion with Jesus’ general teaching on sex and marriage, as well as what Jesus teaches about finding ultimate satisfaction and happiness. It also challenges the current culture narrative, which inextricably ties sexuality to personal identity, and he shows that the gospel is good news for everyone, whatever their sexual orientation.

This sensitive exploration of the Bible’s teaching on sexuality has been written to help both Christians and non-Christians struggling with the Bible's teaching on this issue, whether they experience same-sex attraction themselves or not.

A revised edition by Sam Allberry addressing questions on Christianity and same-sex attraction. It examines biblical teachings, Jesus' views on sexuality, and cultural narratives.

\["For Christians wanting to understand what God says about homosexuality","You'll find practical and spiritual responses to questions you may have","Sam Allberry's expanded and updated book is a sensitive and thoughtful guide for believers today"\]

Introduction

1\. Jesus on Sexuality

2\. Facing Same-Sex Attraction as a Christian

3\. Same-Sex Sexuality and the Church

4\. Same-Sex Sexuality and the World Today

5\. Same-Sex Relationships and the Bible

Conclusion

Author’s Note

__Rebecca McLaughlin__

__Author, Confronting Christianity__

What I love about this book is also what I love about my brother, Sam Allberry: Jesus is its central theme. Christian sexual ethics makes no sense without Jesus at its heart. But as Sam helps us see, with Jesus's love for us as the animating center, all other kinds of love click into place. Don't read this book if you don't want to know how much the Son of God loves you, and how much more his love is worth than any other merely human love.

__Ed Shaw__

__Ministry Director, www.livingout.org; Author, The Plausibility Problem__

Sam’s excellent book has already profoundly helped tens of thousands in its first edition—I’m sure this updated version will wonderfully increase its positive impact long-term.

__Andrew Wilson__

__Teaching Pastor, King's Church London; Author, God of All Things__

This book is the best short introduction to its subject that you will find anywhere. With sensitivity and clarity, courage and wisdom, Sam Allberry walks us through a host of challenging questions and provides compelling and gracious answers.

__Paul Tripp__

__Pastor; Author, New Morning Mercies__

Here is wisdom shaped by personal experience, but also shaped by things that are even more important: love of God, love for people, and a rich, street-level understanding of the gospel of Jesus Christ. I can think of no other book that speaks so lovingly, clearly, practically, and helpfully to this significant issue of our day.

__Jackie Hill Perry__

__Author, Gay Girl, Good God and Holier Than Thou; Poet; Hip Hop Artist__

This is a plain, sensible, biblical and therefore necessary little book on sexuality that anybody can understand and one everybody can benefit from. Sexuality can be a messy subject and as Sam Alberry always does, he makes the messy stuff make a whole lotta sense.

__John Dickson, Host, the Undeceptions podcast__

I know of no more trustworthy resource on the fraught questions around same-sex intimacy than this book. Whether it is Sam’s thoughtful commentary about key biblical terms or whether Jesus mentioned LGBTQ issues, or his generous pastoral response to difficult questions, his writing is marked by intelligence, clarity, and the warmth of a friend rather than the tone of an activist. Recommended for believers and doubters.

__Russell Moore__

__Editor-in-Chief, Christianity Today__

As you read this book you will find both conviction and compassion, thoughtfulness and gentleness, traits all too rare in our world right now.

__Becket Cook__

__Author, A Change of Affection; Host, The Becket Cook Show__

This book is winsome, compassionate, clear, and succinct. Every Christian would benefit from Sam’s measured approach to this thorny subject.

__Kanishka Raffel__

__Archbishop of Sydney__

Sam’s personal experience of same-sex attraction, long engagement in compassionate and respectful listening with hundreds of people, and deep commitment to the trustworthiness of Scripture and the Lord whose word it is combine to ensure that this updated guide will continue to provide gracious and faithful wisdom and help for many years to come.

__Mark D. Thompson__

__Principal, Moore Theological College, Sydney__

This is one of the best things I can pass on to my friends who are struggling in this area. It is biblical, positive, pastorally sensitive, and immensely helpful. This new edition is even better than the first. It answers the questions my friends are asking all the time, in a way that is wonderfully accessible. There is a clarity and compassion in Sam’s writing that arises from his own experience with this struggle but, more importantly, also from his understanding of God and the gospel. I highly recommend this book.

__Preston Sprinkle__

__President of The Center for Faith, Sexuality &amp; Gender__

I was so impressed with how Sam’s first edition of Is God Anti-Gay? was able to engage the topic of sexuality with theological faithfulness and relational care. This is why I am excited to see Sam's new expanded edition of his important book! Sam’s book has always been one of my top recommendations for people wanting to engage the topic, and the new material in this new edition makes a great book even better.

Now updated and expanded, Is God Anti-Gay? by Sam Allbery is a practical and sensitive exploration of the Bible's teaching on homosexuality - equipping you for discussion and engagement.

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