We chat with Michael Hardin about Mimetic Theory and how the church’s latest scapegoat is the LGBT community. We also answer a listener question about looking for parental acceptance.

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Links from the episode:

* Michael Hardin on Facebook

* The Jesus Driven Life on Amazon

* PreachingPeace.org

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* Tim on Twitter

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A different kind of episode: Kevin interviews Ray Comfort about his film “Audacity”, then Tim and Kevin respond to that conversation and the 55 film which claims to “use a unique approach to address a very sensitive subject in contemporary society (homosexuality).”

We discuss our issues with Ray’s message and method – and offer some ideas for Christians who find themselves in a church promoting “Audacity.”

Links from the episode:

* Audacity on Youtube (55 minutes)

* Yale Scientific study on Same-Sex Behavior in Animals

* National Geographic article about Homosexual Activity Among Animals Stirring Debate

* Unprotected Texts: The Bible’s Surprising Contradictions about Sex and Desire by Jennifer Wright Knust on Amazon

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In Part 2: Kevin and Tim continue to discuss the Supreme Court ruling on marriage equality,focusing on specific responses – including Brian Houston’s (senior pastor of Hillsong NY) blog post “Do I Love Gay People?”. We discover that Kevin is not an investigative journalist, and how a few of our gay friends feel about the common church policy “All are welcome, but if you’re in a same-sex relationship you cannot be in leadership.”

We have 2 questions for you! (email us or answer anonymously)

* If you are a pastor/professor who is moving toward (or currently is) affirming, but unable to speak publicly about it because of leadership tensions for any reason, what is holding you back?

* If you are LGBTQ, how does a church’s policy of “all are welcome, but if you are in a same-sex relationship you cannot be in leadership” affect you emotional, spiritually, relationally?

Links from the episode:

* HRC’s Christian Conversation Guide

* Gay Christian Network’s Church Toolkit

* Brian McLaren’s Four Spaces of Church Leadership (on LGBT affirmation)

* Brian Houston’s Blog Post: Do I Love Gay People?

* Jesus, the Bible, and Homosexuality by Jack Rogders on Amazon

* Changing Our Mind by David Gushee on Amazon

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In Part 1: We talk with each other! Kevin and Tim (welcome back Tim) discuss the Supreme Court ruling on marriage equality, and what kind of response we’ve seen from the Church. This turned into a longer conversation, so we’ll continue next week with some more discussion on how we can celebrate diversity of belief, orientation, and identity in a loving way.

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We talk with Kathy Baldock, a blogger, Christian LGBT ally, and author of “Walking the Bridgeless Canyon: Repairing the breach between the Church and the LGBT community.” We talk about the history of LGBT perception in American society and religion.

Kathy’s Suggested Reading Order:

* Torn – by Justin Lee

* Walking the Bridgeless Canyon – by Kathy Baldock

* God & the Gay Christian – by Matthew Vines

* The Bible, Gender, and Sexuality – by James Brownson

* Changing our Mind – by David Gushee

Links from the conversation:

* Read CanyonWalkerConnections.com

* Follow Kathy on Twitter

* Like Kathy on Facebook

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We talk with Lindsey and Sarah, a celibate, LGBT, Christian couple. They blog together at AQueerCalling.com. We chat about celibacy, vocation, misconceptions, and what’s wrong and right about the LGBT / Christian conversation.

Links from the conversation:

* Read A Queer Calling’s Blog

* Follow Lindsey and Sarah on Twitter

* Like Lindsey and Sarah on Facebook

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We talk with Dexter Foxworth, Director of The Zebra Coalition in Orlando, Florida. The Zebra Coalition is a shelter for LGBTQ+ Homeless Youth who have no place to go and no advocates for them. We discuss some of the main issues these youth have, and some of the ways we can help.

Our Kickstarter is LIVE! See the trailer below!

Links from the conversation:

* Follow The Zebra Coalition on Twitter

* Like The Zebra Coalition on Facebook

* The Zebra Coalition’s Official Website

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We talk with author, activist, and dad – Tim Rymel. Tim experienced “ex-gay” ministry as a participant and leader. We chat about his story, ex-gay ministries, and if change is (or should be) possible.

Our Kickstarter is LIVE! See the trailer below!

Links from the conversation:

* Follow Tim on Twitter

* Going Gay on Amazon

* TimRymel.com

* The Good Men Project

* Walking the Bridgeless Canyon by Kathy Baldock n Amazon

* Sexual Fluidity by Lisa Diamond on Amazon

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We hear a bit of the story’s inspiration and even a few scenes from the table read a few months back.

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We talk with Jennifer Knapp, and Kevin does a terrible job hiding his excitement. Once he calms down, we are able to talk about Jennifer’s coming out in Christian music, the importance of a church community, and the best way to start conversations.

Our Kickstarter is LIVE! Click to watch our trailer!

Links from the conversation:

* Follow Jennifer on Twitter

* Facing the Music on Amazon

* JenniferKnapp.com

* Inside Out Faith

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