Sex Talk (Part 3) - Homosexuality, the Bible, and the Church

What does Scripture say about homosexuality? What does that mean? How can the church be a place that is faithful to Scripture and welcoming to those who experience same-sex attraction?

Big Ideas: -The church has a history of singling out homosexuality for an especially severe condemnation while turning a blind eye to many other forms of sexual sin.

-When it comes to homosexuality and Scripture, there are two primary views: the traditional view and the affirming view.

Read Romans 1:26-27 before jumping into the questions.

Q1: What was most interesting or encouraging to you this week?

Q2: What was most challenging or raised questions for you?

Q3: What have you done, personally, to look into this issue and discern whether homosexual relationships can be holy? What did you learn from that?

Q4: As the traditional view was discussed, what parts of it did you find most persuasive and what parts did you have questions about?

Q5: As the affirming view was discussed, what parts of it did you find most persuasive and what parts did you have questions about?

Action Step: Do your homework—discern what Scripture says and means regarding homosexuality. Love your same-sex attracted brothers and sisters.

A) Have you had a chance to take this step? If so, tell the group about your experience.

B) If not, how can the group help you?