Today we're discussing the controversy surrounding Pastor Alistair Begg and his recent statements on gay weddings. In a recent podcast, Pastor Begg responded to a question about attending a "transgender" person's wedding, saying that he does recommend going. Naturally, many were upset by this advice, but Pastor Begg doubled down in a sermon, comparing this situation to the story of the prodigal son. We explain why this parallel misses the mark and answer the questions: What is the actual Christian approach to the issue of gay weddings, and how should we respond to teachers who get it wrong?

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Timecodes:

(00:37) Valentine's merch

(01:30) Alistair Begg controversy

(09:20) American Family Radio cuts ties

(13:25) Alistair Begg's response to controversy

(33:18) Commentary on the controversy

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Links:

Alistair Begg’s full sermon: https://www.truthforlife.org/resources/sermon/compassion-vs-condemnation/

Samuel Sey: "Alistair Begg, Gay Weddings, And Love" https://slowtowrite.com/alistair-begg-gay-weddings-and-love/

Owen Strachan: "Unrighteous Wedding Invitations: A Loving Response to Alistair Begg" https://owenstrachan.substack.com/p/unrighteous-wedding-invitations-a?utm_source=profile&utm_medium=reader2

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