Category Archives: Homosexuality

Jesus, Water Fountains, and Wedding Cakes

Posted on March 31, 2016 by pastordavesimpson

In the 1960’s, “States’ Rights” meant the “right”to discriminate against people of color. Today, “Religious Liberty” means the “liberty” to discriminate against LGBTQ folks. Advocates of both have invoked Christ. But Christ no more died on the cross so you … Continue reading →

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A Church’s Radical Response to the Marriage Equality Decision

Posted on June 30, 2015 by pastordavesimpson

In response to the Supreme Court decision about marriage equality, we are going to try something radical at my church. Actually, what I should say is that we are going to continue to try something radical, as it is what God’s people have always … Continue reading →

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If I Have Gay Children: Four Promises From A Christian Pastor/Parent (Reblogged from John Pavlovitz)

Posted on September 26, 2014 by pastordavesimpson

A friend who is the parent of a gay child sent me this link to a post on Pastor John Pavlovitz’s blog. It obviously resonated with them.  I think the post is quite awesome and well worth of sharing: If I Have Gay … Continue reading →

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Some Rhetorical Questions about Love, Foot Washing, and Gaydar

Posted on March 17, 2014 by pastordavesimpson

Questions for the day:  If proposed legislation passes that would “protect” Christian businesses from having to serve gay folks, how will those Christians know who is gay and who is not?  Where exactly is gaydar on those lists of gifts … Continue reading →

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Stop Talkin’ ’bout My Sister!

Posted on January 28, 2014 by pastordavesimpson

It’s time for me to be the  big brother I never really was when we were growing up.  I was too involved in my own life.  But it’s time for me to stand up for my sister. Not that my … Continue reading →

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Marriage Needs to Be Protected . . . From People Like Me

Posted on July 2, 2013 by pastordavesimpson

Hey fellow Christians, where’s the outcry?  Yesterday a law took effect – in southern-state Virginia, of all places – that is a threat to the very idea of marriage.  And it’s not about same-sex marriage.  As of July 1, people … Continue reading →

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Tim Tebow, Jason Collins, and What It Means to be a Christian

Posted on May 6, 2013 by pastordavesimpson

We Begin with a Meme Tim Tebow: I’m Christian. Media: Keep it to yourself! Jason Collins: I’m gay. Media: This man’s a hero! Maybe you’ve seen a version of this internet meme circulated by shocked and dismayed Christians.  Here’s another … Continue reading →

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Who Would Jesus Bully?

Posted on April 18, 2012 by pastordavesimpson

What if Christians spent less energy trying to control the behavior of others and put more energy into conveying the love of Christ? That’s the question that came to mind as I read the heartbreaking  story of bullying and suicide … Continue reading →

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