For All The Saints With Ben Hancock How To Live A Rich Life As A Christian With Same-Sex Attraction - Rachel Gilson | 69
Dec 23, 2024
Rachel Gilson, a leadership team member at Cru and author of 'Born Again This Way,' shares her thoughtful insights on navigating faith and same-sex attraction. She discusses her journey from atheism to becoming a devoted Christian, emphasizing the importance of ongoing repentance and community support. Rachel elaborates on parenting strategies amidst evolving views on sexuality, advocating for open dialogue and scriptural guidance. Her approach combines compassion with biblical teachings, fostering understanding within the church and encouraging spiritual growth.
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Rachel Gilson's Conversion Story
- Rachel Gilson, initially a staunch atheist, converted to Christianity after a series of personal events.
- These included academic struggles at Yale, a breakup, and exposure to new philosophical and theological ideas.
Gradual Heart Transformation
- True heart change in Christian discipleship is a gradual process, not an instant transformation.
- It involves addressing not just external actions, but also internal thoughts, motivations, and desires.
Unexpected Resonance
- Rachel Gilson's article on same-sex attraction resonated unexpectedly with straight men.
- Many expressed a lack of deeper Christian discourse on navigating sexual desire beyond simple prohibitions or marriage.
