Lessons from the Sexuality Ministry Front

Dr. Stanton Jones, Provost & Professor of Psychology, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL, explains how The Evangelical Church must redouble its efforts to speak the truth in love on the contentious issues of homosexuality and sexual identity. Full Lecture Text

Chapel Outline

03:45

introduction

06:19

Dr. Jones’ Introduction to the Topic

09:11

Failure 1—Treating Homosexuals as Bitter Enemies

11:47

Failure 2—Treating “Them” as Irredeemable

14:13

Failure 3—Rejecting Engagement with the Culture

18:53

Failure 4—In Pastoral Care

21:19

Failure 5—In Leadership and Governance in Making the Moral Case

24:48

Questions

25:19

Why discuss homosexuality in the context of sexuality as a whole?

27:48

What of 1 Corinthians 5:9-13?

32:02

Where is the balance between protecting Civil Rights and taking a moral stand?

35:04

How do I witness faithfully in the face of “this is my identity” claims from homosexuals?

40:04

What advice do you have about trying to establish a dialogue with homosexuals at the workplace?

About the Contributors

Stanton Jones

Stanton Jones is professor of psychology and core studies at Wheaton College.