Dr. Shoemaker introduces this sermon as the beginning of a discussion on homosexuality, and asks the question of whether we can be both a biblical people, and a people who honor homosexual persons in our community. He acknowledges the Christian Community to be a community of grace and compassion. The heart of the sermon is a thorough examination of the five biblical passages that are often used to condemn homosexual persons. Dr. Shoemaker interprets these scriptures anew, based on the words and life of Jesus, and the New Testament texts that speak to greater inclusion and acceptance of all people.