RESOURCES
LOVE THY BODY
"Love Thy Body" by Nancy Pearcey
Why the call to Love Thy Body? To counter the hostility toward the human body and biological facts of life driving many of today's headline stories. Many people absorb pre-packaged media mantras on watershed moral issues without being aware of their hurtful real-world implications.
Why the call to Love Thy Body? To counter the hostility toward the human body and biological facts of life driving many of today's headline stories. Many people absorb pre-packaged media mantras on watershed moral issues without being aware of their hurtful real-world implications.
DOES THE BIBLE SUPPORT SAME-SEX MARRIAGE
"Does The Bible Support Same-Sex Marriage" by Preston Sprinkle
Many arguments are made for and against same-sex marriage that end with divisiveness and confusion instead of thoughtful conversation. New York Times - bestselling author Dr. Preston Sprinkle provides a resource that will encourage respectful and thoughtful conversations around the question, "Does the Bible support same-sex marriage?"
Equipped with thorough research, history, and biblical context, this book will enable you to wade into some of the main arguments against the historically Christian view of marriage. Preston carefully answers 21 of the strongest cases for same-sex marriage and offers a humanizing and thoughtful response to each one.
Many arguments are made for and against same-sex marriage that end with divisiveness and confusion instead of thoughtful conversation. New York Times - bestselling author Dr. Preston Sprinkle provides a resource that will encourage respectful and thoughtful conversations around the question, "Does the Bible support same-sex marriage?"
Equipped with thorough research, history, and biblical context, this book will enable you to wade into some of the main arguments against the historically Christian view of marriage. Preston carefully answers 21 of the strongest cases for same-sex marriage and offers a humanizing and thoughtful response to each one.
GENDER IDENTITY AND FAITH
"Gender Identity and Faith" by Mark Yarhouse and Julia Sadusky
Integrating personhood and values is no easy feat, especialy in our current cultural landscape. Those navigating this intersection need clinicians who seek to understand their unique context and journey alongside them with empathy.
Integrating personhood and values is no easy feat, especialy in our current cultural landscape. Those navigating this intersection need clinicians who seek to understand their unique context and journey alongside them with empathy.
UNDERSTANDING GENDER DYSPHORIA
"Understanding Gender Dysphoria" by Mark Yarhouse
Mark Yarhouse, an expert in sexual identity and therapy, challenges the church to rise above the political hostilities and listen to people's stories. In Understanding Gender Dysphoria, Yarhouse offers a Christian perspective on transgender issues that eschews simplistic answers and appreciates the psychological and theological complexity. The result is a book that engages the latest research while remaining pastorally sensitive to the experiences of each person.
In the midst of a tense political climate, Yarhouse calls Christians to come alongside those on the margins and stand with them as they resolve their questions and concerns about gender identity. Understanding Gender Dysphoria is the book we need to navigate these stormy cultural waters.
Mark Yarhouse, an expert in sexual identity and therapy, challenges the church to rise above the political hostilities and listen to people's stories. In Understanding Gender Dysphoria, Yarhouse offers a Christian perspective on transgender issues that eschews simplistic answers and appreciates the psychological and theological complexity. The result is a book that engages the latest research while remaining pastorally sensitive to the experiences of each person.
In the midst of a tense political climate, Yarhouse calls Christians to come alongside those on the margins and stand with them as they resolve their questions and concerns about gender identity. Understanding Gender Dysphoria is the book we need to navigate these stormy cultural waters.
THE CENTER FOR FAITH AND SEXUALITY
The Center For Faith, Sexuality, and Gender is a collaboration of Christian pastors, leaders, and theologians who aspire to be a trusted source for the church on questions related to sexuality and gender. Led by Pastor Preston Sprinkle, this site has resources, online courses, and blog posts and is theologically grounded in the Scriptures.
HELP TO OVERCOME PORN & SEX ADDICTION
PureDesire is a ministry designed to help those struggling with addiction to pornography.
Faithful & True is a ministry that also helps with pornography, sex addiction, betrayal trauma, and marriage counseling.
Faithful & True is a ministry that also helps with pornography, sex addiction, betrayal trauma, and marriage counseling.
PARENT RESOURCES
PRESCHOOL
"God Made Your Body" by Jim Burns
A book with engaging text and kid friendly illustrations, it provides the basic foundation that God created our bodies and wants us to honor Him with our bodies.
A book with engaging text and kid friendly illustrations, it provides the basic foundation that God created our bodies and wants us to honor Him with our bodies.
ELEMENTARY
"How God Makes Babies" by Jim Burns
This book is an age-appropriate introduction to basic sexuality, helping children ages 6 to 9 understand that God created males and females differently and with a purpose.
This book is an age-appropriate introduction to basic sexuality, helping children ages 6 to 9 understand that God created males and females differently and with a purpose.
MIDDLE SCHOOL & HIGH SCHOOL
"More Than Just The Talk: Becoming Your Kids' Go-To Person About Sex" by Jonathan McKee
This book is a FANTASTIC tool for parents who don't feel fully equipped to have conversations with their kids. It provides both tools and motivation, and helps you overcome the awkwardness of the topic!
This book is a FANTASTIC tool for parents who don't feel fully equipped to have conversations with their kids. It provides both tools and motivation, and helps you overcome the awkwardness of the topic!
CONVERSATIONS ABOUT SAME-SEX ATTRACTION
"Living In A Gray World: A Christian Teen's Guide To Understanding Homosexuality" by Preston Sprinkle
This book brings biblical truth and compassion about this important topic. A book that parents and their teenage kid can read and discuss.
This book brings biblical truth and compassion about this important topic. A book that parents and their teenage kid can read and discuss.
THE CENTER FOR FAITH AND SEXUALITY
The Center For Faith, Sexuality, and Gender is a collaboration of Christian pastors, leaders and theologians who aspire to be a trusted source for the church on questions related to sexuality and gender. Led by Pastor Preston Sprinkle, this site has resources, online courses, blog posts, and is theologically grounded in the Scriptures.
