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A Discussion on Homosexuality and the Transgender Movement
What is the current state of the church on sexuality, and how can we compassionately but truthfully address this topic? Alan answers questions like these in this discussion with Jack Hibbs.
Can We Be Friends with People Who Are Different from Us?
Ellen DeGeneres and Elton John had some good words to say to people who don’t believe friendship and love are possible with those who differ on significant issues.
The Pro-Life View Is the Tolerant View
Even though the goal of pro-lifers is to take away a woman’s legal right to an abortion, the view isn’t intolerant and discriminatory. In fact, it’s the opposite. Here’s why.
The Myth That Same-Sex Parenting Makes No Difference
A recent study shows that children raised by lesbian couples are “significantly more likely to report same-sex attraction, sexual minority identity, and same-sex sexual experiences.”
Are Anti-Abortion Laws Analogous to Sharia Law?
Are anti-abortion laws merely the Christian version of Sharia law, religious beliefs imposed on the rest of society?
Are Portlanders Rethinking Aborting Children with Down Syndrome?
After more than a decade of training Oregon Right to Life students and taking them to the streets of Portland to talk to people about abortion, Alan noticed a possible new trend this year.
Reaching Your LGBT Friends with Truth and Compassion (Video)
Alan helps Christians know which common phrases to avoid when talking to a friend or family member who identifies as gay.
Are We Accountable for Unchosen Sinful Desires?
Wrongly assuming that homosexuality is either something one is born with or a choice often leads people to the conclusion that we’re not accountable for our desires. Alan explains why this is a mistake.
Jesus’ View on Sex and Marriage (Video)
Alan shows us where we can find Jesus’ clearly-stated views on sex and marriage.
The False Dilemma Propagated by Pro-Gay Advocates
We’re told that if your friend identifies as gay or lesbian, then you face a choice: fidelity to your faith or fidelity to your friend. But this is a false dilemma. Those aren't the only options.