Summary: Many might ask why we would dedicate ten weeks to biblically examine sexuality. Some will ask why we would commit five of those weeks to same sex attraction. The answer is simple: sex and sexuality is discussed everywhere and by nearly everyone -- except the church. However, a great deal of Jesus' earthly ministry was dedicated to restoring the proper relationship between manhood and womanhood. Jesus did not shy away from addressing the topic of sex. Jesus found eternal importance and Kingdom significance in how we relate sexually. Jesus, and the New Testament in general, is not nearly as obsessed with same sex attraction, homosexuality, lesbianism and bisexuality as our present culture. But there are clear and consistent lines addressing them throughout the context of scripture. In order to remain salt and light as a local church in our current context we must grow in understanding, empathy and biblical worldview, as it relates to sexuality and particularly same sex attraction.
