The topic is about how LGBT individuals who are religious can overcome their doubts and fears and still experience transcendence within themselves through forgiveness towards the church. This allows them to find peace with their spiritual life despite being rejected from mainstream churches due to their sexual orientation.
Forgiveness involves understanding that there is no sin in being LGBT and it's not something you should be ashamed of. It also means recognizing that everyone makes mistakes and having compassion for yourself when you make mistakes too. To achieve this level of self-forgiveness requires hard work on your part, but once achieved it can bring inner healing which leads to transcendent experiences such as feeling love from God despite rejection or feeling connected to nature/nature spirits while alone in nature. The process involves meditation, prayer, journaling, mindfulness practices like yoga or tai chi and seeking support from friends who share similar belief systems.
In terms of faith communities, some churches have started accepting LGBT people openly while others remain closed off. If an individual feels comfortable going back to church then they may attend one that welcomes them without judgment; however, if not then they should seek out alternative spiritual groups where they will feel more accepted. It's important not to give up hope because many churches are becoming increasingly inclusive each day so don't let a few bad apples spoil the whole bunch! Finding fellowship online via social media platforms has been very helpful in creating virtual communities where LGBT believers can connect with others around the world regardless of location or denomination affiliation.
Ultimately forgiving religion itself comes down to understanding its roots and why certain beliefs were created historically – including homophobia within Christianity – rather than focusing solely on judging others based on those teachings today. By understanding these origins we can recognize how much we all need forgiveness (even our religious institutions) before moving forward together towards true acceptance between ourselves & God alike.
How do LGBT believers experience transcendence in the act of forgiving religion itself?
According to various studies on religious trauma among LGBT individuals, forgiveness can be an important aspect of reconstructing their identity and spirituality after experiencing discrimination from religious institutions. While many LGBT believers may struggle with feelings of betrayal, rejection, and anger towards their faith communities, some find healing through self-forgiveness and acceptance of others' beliefs.