Stand Firm Podcast #260: Still Tapping the Sign: Affirming ACNA Churches Should Just Go TEC Already
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Jun 20, 2025 Explore the complexities of personal identity through deviant sexual practices and the bittersweet emotions of transition. A powerful message connects faith and hope with a melodic interpretation of the 23rd psalm. Delve into the Anglican Church's responses to LGBTQ+ inclusion, shedding light on tensions and historical contexts. Examine societal attitudes toward pride movements amid superficial acceptance. Analyze church leadership dynamics and the challenges of addressing LGBTQ+ discussions and political polarization within faith communities.
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Bittersweet Transition in Ministry
- J.D. Koch shared how his time post-lawsuit allowed fruitful ministry after long suffering.
- Despite the bittersweet transition, he remains hopeful for the church's future growth.
Pride Month's Artificial Decline
- Pride month visibility diminished recently, likely due to shifts in political and corporate support.
- Many displays were artificial signs of compliance rather than genuine support, now fading with less political pressure.
Instability of Elevated Deviance
- Elevating deviant sexual practices as core identity leads to instability and hidden darkness.
- The exposure of underlying harmful behaviors reveals the inherent brokenness in the pride movement.