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Exodus Releases A Guide to Help Evangelicals Reach the Gay Community |
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Exodus Releases A Guide to Help Evangelicals Reach the Gay Community
Orlando,
FL- Exodus International has just released a resource designed to help
evangelical churches and individuals practically demonstrate compassion
to gay men and women. Written by Alan Chambers and the Exodus staff,
God's Grace and the Homosexual Next Door is a comprehensive guide to
dealing with the often-confusing topic of homosexuality as well as
hurting individuals affected by it.
Several key areas are addressed including the behavioral complexities
and roots of homosexuality; dealing with fear and ignorance within the
church; leading gay men and women to Christ; mentoring repentant
homosexuals in the church and helping youth affected by homosexuality.
The book, published by Harvest House Publishers, also offers practical
guidelines on talking with gay men and women with tips on "Five Things
NOT to Do When Reaching Out to Gays."
Notable authors and speakers such as Joe Dallas, Coral Ridge Ministries
Founder Dr. D. James Kennedy, Christian recording artist Sheila Walsh
and Dr. Robert Wolgemuth have endorsed God's Grace and the Homosexual
Next Door.
"Many of us are here today because someone in the church had the
courage to demonstrate the loving, uncompromising truth of the Gospel,"
said Alan Chambers, President of Exodus International. "It is our great
hope that countless more will reach out to the gay men and women in
their lives who might otherwise be ignored."
Exodus International recently launched the Exodus Church Network - a
ministry that provides training sessions and resources to educate
churches leaders and their congregations on what the Bible has to say
about issue of homosexuality. Men and women formerly identified as gay
individuals are available to speak and encourage an attitude of
compassion towards the gay community and church members who are
conflicted by unwanted same-sex attraction.
Founded in 1976, Exodus International is the largest resource and
referral organization dealing with homosexual issues in the U.S. and
throughout the world. With over 135 ministries across North America,
Exodus is a growing network of former homosexuals dedicated to sharing
the transforming power of Jesus Christ.
To
read an excerpt from the book: www.harvesthousepublishers.com/books_nonfictionbook.cfm?productID=6916911
For
information on purchasing the book: www.harvesthousepublishers.com/books_buy.cfm
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