In the context of spirituality, transcendence is often seen as an opportunity to move beyond one's physical form into something greater than oneself. This can take many forms, including experiences...
LGBT faith-based organizations have been an integral part of reshaping societal perceptions of sin, virtue, and sacred love for centuries. These organizations have played a crucial role in...
There is no doubt that mentorship and peer support can have a profound impact on an individual's mental health, self-acceptance, and resilience. For members of the LGBT community who also identify as...
How do LGBT individuals navigate public and private expressions of faith in contexts that are socially and doctrinally restrictive?
Many LGBT individuals face social and doctrinal restrictions...
The perseverance of faith among LGBT believers despite rejection is an interesting phenomenon that has been explored extensively in philosophy. One way to understand this phenomenon is through the...
LGBT believers face unique challenges when it comes to balancing their faith and sexual orientation. Traditional religions often condemn homosexuality as sinful or unnatural, which can lead to...
How do LGBT believers integrate paradoxes of faith, doubt, and desire into their spiritual maturity? This is a question that has been asked for centuries, but it remains unanswered due to lack of...
LGBT believers are people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer (LGBT) and also believe in God or practice religion. They may have been raised in religious families or...
Psychological mechanisms that enable LGBT believers to sustain faith amidst doctrinal exclusion include:
* Denial and repression: Believers may refuse to acknowledge their LGBT identity or sexual...
The following are steps for developing private spiritual practices that affirm faith and mental/emotional health:
1. Developing a positive self-image is essential for LGBT believers who want to...