Think Biblically: Conversations on Faith & Culture

Christians and Preferred Pronouns: A Dialogue (with Tim Muehlhoff)

Jul 23, 2024

Communications professor Tim Muehlhoff and Sean discuss Christians using preferred pronouns. They explore common ground and disagreements on LGBTQ conversations, navigating tough Christian dialogues, disputable church issues like same-sex marriage, gender identity, and cultural sensitivity in biblical contexts. The dialogue focuses on building trust, respect, and understanding in discussing sensitive topics.

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Tim Muehlhoff

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Quick takeaways

Respect preferred pronouns for communication flexibility and relational harmony.

Navigate divisive topics with grace and understanding through respectful dialogue.

Balance communication principles and personal beliefs to foster meaningful conversations.

Deep dives

The Importance of Effective Communication and Dialogue Across Worldview Differences

In a conversation between two colleagues at Biola University, the importance of effective communication and dialogue across worldview differences is emphasized. They discuss the significance of respectful conversation even when dealing with divisive topics within the church. The focus is on modeling how to disagree well, provide clarity, and promote grace in discussions where differing opinions are prevalent.

Intro

2min

Exploring Common Ground and Disagreements on Preferred Pronouns in Conversations with LGBTQ Individuals

2min

Navigating Tough Conversations with Respect and Openness in Christian Circles

2min

Exploring Disputable Issues in the Church: Same-Sex Marriage and Preferred Pronouns

14min

Navigating Different Perspectives on Gender Identity and Pronouns

20min

Exploring Paul's Circumcision of Timothy in Acts 16

4min

Navigating Cultural Sensitivity and Communication Strategy in Acts 17

9min

Building Trust and Mutual Respect in Conversations on Sensitive Topics

5min

Should Christians use preferred pronouns? What is at stake in this question? How can Christians navigate relationships when people want them to use preferred pronouns? In this longer-than-usual podcast, Sean and Biola communications professor Tim Muehlhoff discuss these questions and more. In co-writing their book End the Stalemate, Sean and Tim realized they have much in common, but also some practical and biblical differences about how and when to use (and not use) preferred pronouns. They aim to model a healthy dialogue about a contentious issue.

This episode is also available as a video on Biola's YouTube channel.

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Think Biblically: Conversations on Faith & Culture

Christians and Preferred Pronouns: A Dialogue (with Tim Muehlhoff)

Episode guests

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

Deep dives

The Importance of Effective Communication and Dialogue Across Worldview Differences

Respecting Preferred Pronouns as a Matter of Communication Flexibility

Navigating Conversations with Sensitivity and Empathy

Balancing Communication Principles with Personal Convictions

Applying Biblical Principles to Contemporary Communication Challenges

Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts