I know I'm a hypocrite, yet I embrace that term and the things it entails because it shows that God can use me despite my flaws.
I pondered this question: why is it important to be in a community? While being part of a small group, I picked up 6 reasons why you need a community.
That's why you need a community. Whatever hurt you experience, you have people who can carry you on your path to recovery.
After going through all the crap my church threw at me, however, my love of the Lord lessened and my love of sex grew again. I crashed and burned.
I did my best not to break down, but I could feel the tears falling down my face. I sucked it up, took a deep breath, and walked out of the church.
I was told I couldn't serve in various areas of ministry, including the youth ministry and being around the younger children at the church.
Before I applied for SOM, some friends were talking to me about becoming a Bible study leader. I grew thrilled at the idea of leading and serving there.
I love attending my church and uphold them to the highest regard. Unfortunately, I was hurt by my church -- and this is my story.
If it weren't for Jesus, it would just be some hangout weekend with a bunch of gay guys. I think of the term #SquadGoals for our group.
Should I accept my sexuality and call myself gay? And if I do, should I shun my Christian beliefs or somehow still be a devout Christian? A gay Christian?