Books
A War of Loves: The Unexpected Story of a Gay Activist Discovering Jesus, by David Bennett (2018)
Autobiographical, with theological evaluations and analysis.
Born Again This Way – Coming Out, Coming to Faith and What Comes Next, by Rachel Gilson (2020)
Autobiographical, with deep insights on stewarding our sexuality and answers to many questions Christians living with same-sex attraction ask.
Embodied, by Preston Sprinkle (2021)
Good, thorough biblical analysis on the many different categories under the “Trans” umbrella
Gay Girl, Good God: The Story of Who I Was, and Who God Has Always Been, by Jackie Hill Perry (2018)
Autobiographical with practical tools on how she navigated her own same-sex attraction and how she came to the conclusion that relationships should not and cannot be a substitute for God’s holiness.
Living in a Gray World – A Christian Teen’s Guide to Understanding Homosexuality, by Preston Sprinkle (2015)
Great short, easy to read book, simple theological discussions. Suitable for teenagers and young adults.
People to be Loved – Why Homosexuality is not Just an Issue, by Preston Sprinkle, (2015)
A more in-depth look at the topic, including more in-depth biblical hermeneutics and exegesis
The End of Sexual Identity: Why Sex Is Too Important to Define Who We Are, by Jenell Williams Paris (2011)
An anthropological look at the Christian framework for sexual holiness that accounts for complex postmodern realities, including problems with popular cultural and Christian understandings of heterosexuality and homosexuality alike.
Irreversible Damage - the transgender craze seducing our daughters, by Abigail Shrier
An anthropological look at the Christian framework for sexual holiness that accounts for complex postmodern realities, including problems with popular cultural and Christian understandings of heterosexuality and homosexuality alike.
Understanding Gender Dysphoria: Navigating Transgender Issues in a Changing Culture by Mark Yarhouse (2015)
As a Christian Psychologist, Yarhouse explores this topic from a more technical view using medical and psychological concepts.
Fortify - the Fighter’s Guide to Overcoming Pornography Addiction, by Fight the new Drug
A workbook and resources designed to help young people find freedom from a porn addiction
From Good Man to VALIANT MAN - Sexual Integrity in a Sex Crazy World by Dr. Allan Myer (2008)
Practical tools and insights into breaking free from addictive lifestyles and living free
Clean - A Proven Plan for Me Committed to Sexual Integrity
By Douglas Weiss (2013).
BLOGS/ONLINE ARTICLES
5 Things Every Christian Should Know about the Transgender Conversation
by Preston Sprinkle (2021)
Covenant Eyes Resources
Many free resources on finding freedom from pornography.
Porn in the Digital Age
(Barna Group). Comprehensive research into the extent of pornography addiction in the US and in the church
The Center for Faith, Sexuality and Gender.
A significant amount of resources including , articles, papers and link on matters of sexuality and gender (includes resources in Spanish)
PODCASTS/VIDEOS
Dear Church: I’m Gay
The Centre For Faith & Sexuality, 2017 (personal stories)
Gay Girl, Good God: The Story of Who I Was And Who God Has Always Been, Jackie Hill Perry (2018)
Provoke & Inspire - Episode 337: “Talking LGBTQ+ and the Love of Jesus”, with Preston Sprinkle
Provoke & Inspire - Episode 349: “Born this way? Discussing Sexuality & Jesus”, with Rachel Gilson
Provoke & Inspire - Episode 362 “The Unexpected Story of a Gay Actvist” Part One, featuring David Bennett
Provoke & Inspire - Episode 364 “The Unexpected Story of a Gay Activist” Part Two, featuring David Bennett
Theology of Singleness, Tim Keller (2014)
Unbelievable? - God, Gay Christians and the Church (discussion between Brandan Robertson and David Bennett, moderated by Justin Brierley)
Unbelievable? - Transgender people and the church: Preston Sprinkle & Christina Beardsley moderated by Justin Brierley
Understanding Gender Dysphoria, Mark Yarhouse, Presented at Calvin University Feb 2016
