Jesus, the Bible, and Homosexuality

by Rogers, Jack

• ISBN13: 9780664233976
• ISBN10: 066423397X
• Edition: Revised
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2009-03-25
• Publisher: Westminster John Knox Pr

Summary

In this revised and expanded best seller, Rogers argues for equal rights in both the church and society for lesbians, gays, bisexuals, and transgendered people. He describes how he moved away from opposition to that support, charts the church¿s history of using biblical passages to oppress marginalized groups, argues for a Christ-centered reading of Scripture, debunks stereotypes about gays and lesbians, and explores texts used most frequently against homosexuals and gay ordination. In this newly revised edition, he maps the recent progress of major U.S. denominations toward full equality for LGBT persons, adds a new chapter that examines how Scripture is best interpreted by Jesus¿ redemptive life and ministry, and updates his own efforts and experiences. The book also includes a guide for group study or personal reflection.

Author Biography

Jack Rogers is Professor of Theology Emeritus at San Francisco Theological Seminary and Moderator of the 213th General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.).

Table of Contents

Preface to the Second Edition	p. ix
Preface to the First Edition	p. xvii
Acknowledgments	p. xxi
Studying Homosexuality for the First Time	p. 1
A Pattern of Misusing the Bible to Justify Oppression	p. 17
A Breakthrough in Understanding the World of God	p. 35
Interpreting the Bible in Times of Controversy	p. 52
What the Bible Says and Doesn't Say about Homosexuality	p. 66
Real People and Real Marriage	p. 88
Recommendations for the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A)	p. 106
All Are One in Christ Jesus	p. 128
Appendix: Progress toward LGBT Equality in Other Denominations in the United States	p. 137
Study Guide, by David Maxwell	p. 147
Notes	p. 177
Index	p. 211
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