LGBT individuals have been marginalized for centuries due to societal norms that dictate what is considered normal behavior.
Some religious groups claim that homosexuality goes against God's will...
Obedience to Spiritual Authority
In Christian communities, obedience to spiritual authority has been a crucial part of religious life since the beginning. It is an important concept that refers to...
The Bible is full of stories about God's deliverance from oppression and violence. Examples include Moses leading the Israelites out of Egyptian slavery, Joshua conquering Jericho, and David...
LGBTQ believers perceive divine justice differently depending on their personal beliefs about gender roles, sexual orientation, and religious dogma. Many believe that God is loving and accepting of...
The Psychological Mechanisms Behind Queer Believer Reconstruction of Meaning Following Religious Trauma
One way that queer believers may reconcile their sexual identity with their religious...
Sexual identity is an integral part of human experience. It shapes how people express themselves physically, emotionally, and spiritually. People who identify as LGBTQ+ may face rejection from...
Theological interpretations are essential for understanding religious texts and belief systems. When it comes to interpreting the Bible, most Christians believe that God created humans male and...
How do queer individuals reinterpret doctrines of redemption and salvation to integrate personal identity?
Redemption is often associated with religious ideas of atonement for sinful behavior,...
In the Christian tradition, the concept of salvation is often associated with the idea that humans are saved from sin and death through the grace of God.
For many LGBTQ+ individuals, this...
LGBT believers can experience divine intimacy as mutual recognition because God is love and does not discriminate based on gender or orientation. God created all humans equally and loves them...