Jesus, the Bible, and Homosexuality, Revised and Expanded Edition: Explode the Myths, Heal the Church
by Jack Rogers
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Author: Jack RogersEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2009-04-28
ISBN: 066423397X
Number of pages: 208
Publisher: Westminster John Knox
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Book Review: Homosexuality is not a sin
Summary: 5 Stars
Homosexuality is not a sin, and GLBT persons should have the same rights as any other church member and citizen including the right to marry. Dr. Jack Rogers' newly revised and expanded book, Jesus, the Bible and Homosexuality: Explode the Myths, Heal the Church, makes a compelling biblical case to support these beliefs. It is all the more so, coming from a conservative evangelical, who once condemned GLBT persons as sinful and supported their marginalization in the church.
The author clearly states a biblically valid viewpoint shared by a growing number of Christians not often heard in the media on homosexuality and same-sex marriage. I purchased several copies to send to my state and national representatives and senators embroiled in the same-sex marriage debate and GLBT equal rights. It is a readily accessible book, which allows those untrained in biblical and theological studies to understand why homosexuality is not a sin, and GLBT persons should be allowed to marry. The appendix contains an excellent study guide, which may serve as an outline for the uninitiated as well as an excellent resource for older youth and adult Christian education classes.
Although the book targets Presbyterians in particular and Protestant audiences generally, Jesus, the Bible and Homosexuality: Explode the Myths, Heal the Church offers non-Christians, too, a well-researched and easy-to-follow resource. Dr. Rogers' latest work serves the church and nation with a timely antidote to the fear, hysteria, and hate generated by some well-publicized and funded fundamentalists and evangelicals over the issues of homosexuality and same-sex marriage.
With gratitude,
Rev. Janet Arbesman, Ph.D.
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In this revised and expanded best seller, evangelical theologian and former Moderator of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) Jack Rogers makes a biblical case for equal rights for people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender (LGBT). Throughout history, he observes, Christianity has moved towards ever greater openness and inclusiveness. Today's church is led by many of those who were once excluded: people of color, women, and divorced and remarried people. He argues that when we interpret the Bible through the lens of Jesus' redemptive life and ministry, we see that the church is called to grant equal rights to all people. Jesus, the Bible, and Homosexuality describes Rogers' own change of mind and heart on the issue, charts the church's history of using biblical passages to oppress marginalized groups, argues for a Christ-centered reading of Scripture, debunks stereotypes about people who are LGBT, refutes the conventional wisdom about the texts that are often used against people who are LGBT, and presents ideas for how the church can heal itself and move forward again. A fascinating combination of personal narrative, theology, and church history, this book is essential reading for all concerned with the future of the church and the health of the nation.The revised and expanded edition also includes:
* A new preface with 'stories from the road' as a result of Rogers's two year book tour in support of the first edition,
* Updates on recent developments within the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.),
* A new chapter that examines God's radical welcome for all who have faith as revealed in Scripture,
* A new appendix that maps the recent progress toward LGBT equality in major U.S. denominations, and
* A study guide for group or personal reflection.
"The book is masterful at describing how the church can learn from its past struggles in moving forward beyond the current divide. Rogers issues a prophetic and persuasive call for a more inclusive and more faithful church." ?Jeffrey S. Siker, Professor & Chair, Department of Theological Studies, Loyola Marymount University
"A valuable book has gotten even better in this new revised edition. Rogers's new prefatory relating of particular stories is compelling, the appendix draws important information together from other denominations, and the new chapter 8 will be useful to many. I strongly recommend this book." ?J. Philip Wogaman, Professor Emeritus of Christian ethics, Wesley Theological Seminary, and former senior minister at Foundry United Methodist Church in Washington, D.C.
"Searching Scripture even more widely, sharing the progress towar d equality across a broad range of denominations and describing his encounters with so many devout LGBT folk, Jack shows us how we can biblically and truthfully include all our children in the gospel promise, 'Jesus loves me, this I know.'" ?Rev. Janet Edwards, Parish Associate, Community of Reconciliation, Pittsburgh, PA
"Rogers is more than a professor. He is one of the great evangelists of our time. He has heard the good news of God's love for all people, and he has given his life to sharing that news with others. This is a book that saves lives." ?Ted A. Smith, Assistant Professor of Ethics and Society, Vanderbilt Divinity School
Praise for the Revised and Expanded Edition
"Rogers offers both a rigorous yet accessible theological study and a model of spiritual discernment that is essential reading for anyone struggling to reconcile their faith with the needs of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community." ?Harry Knox, Director, Religion and Faith Program, The Human Rights Campaign
"The compelling biblical and theological case Jack Rogers makes for the full acceptance of gay couples is simply impossible to ignore." ?William Stacy Johnson, Princeton Theological Seminary, author of A Time to Embrace: Same-gender Relationships in Religion, Law, and Politics.
"Rogers's biblical scholarship, humane love, and openness to evidence helps us discern what Jesus would do, and what we, his people, should do." ?David G. Myers, Hope College, co-author, What God Has Joined Together: The Christian Case for Gay Marriage.
"I'm overflowing with gratitude for this work. Jack Rogers continues 'to equip the saints for the work of ministry,' directing his gifts as prophet, evangelist, pastor and teacher to building new understandings and relationships in the church." ?Rev. Deborah A. Block, Pastor, Immanuel Presbyterian Church, Milwaukee, WI
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