People to Be Loved Why Homosexuality Is Not Just an Issue [Paperback]

This is a remarkable book. The tone overflows with love, compassion, and grace. Preston is an exceptional biblical scholar, and as such, his exegesis of Scripture is excellent. As I read, I kept thinking, Preston really loves the LGBTYQCommunity. This book will be a resource at Transformation Church. -- Derwin L. Gray, Lead Pastor Transformation Church, author of The High Definition LeaderWith the poignant accuracy of a scholar and the passionate heart of a pastor, Preston challenges Christians to look at the LGBT community from a deeper level. Specifically, he drives home the point that LGBT people in our lives arent nameless faces, but real individuals that God loves. Each person has a voice, deserves to be listened to, and needs to be valued. Im thankful Preston has pushed us further into the tension of grace and truth. -- Caleb Kaltenbach, lead pastor, Discovery Church; author, Messy GraceIn his new book, People to Be Loved, Preston Sprinkle serves as a trustworthy guide through the debated passages of Scripture that relate to homosexuality. His thoughtful, balanced reflection on the arguments on both sides, as well as his willingness to share with the reader what he has concluded, reflect the kind of convicted civility that is often lacking in any discussion of the topic. Sprinkles approach also models for the Christian a commitment to respectful engagement with others with whom you may disagree. -- Mark A. Yarhouse, PsyD, Professor of Psychology and Rosemarie S. Hughes Endowed Chair, Regent UniversityIn a conversation polarized by hate, fear, and misunderstanding, Preston Sprinkle steps into the fray with a thoughtful, articulate, nuanced, humble, and courageous take on the current debate over sexuality and the Bible. His particular cocktail of professor, pastor, and down-to- earthregular Joe is an intoxicating blend that makes for good reading and even better learning. Im thankful for Preston and this book. -- John Mark Comer, pastor for teaching ló3