While Jordan was living what many would consider the ideal Christian life, evangelizing and serving at his church, he was quietly struggling with his attraction to men. Everything came to a head when another student outed him in college, costing him school benefits simply for being gay and making him question everything.
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Being Gay Is Nothing Like We Thought It’d Be - Justin/Empty Chairs & Cade
After years of working in the church and trying to stay in the closet, Cade - @GayExTrad Justin - @EmptyChairsHome and Nate sit down to talk about what it’s been like to finally live out in the open. From unlearning shame to finding joy in authenticity, this episode dives deep into the emotional, spiritual, and relational journey of coming out after growing up in the church.
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Can I Be In Gay Culture and Still Be a Christian? Brandan Robertson
Brandan Robertson explains in his new book Queer & Christian, where he challenges traditional interpretations of Scripture that have long excluded LGBTQ+ people. Instead, he uncovers the Bible’s true message of love, justice, and radical inclusion. More than just a reclamation of the Bible, this book is a call to reclaim the rightful place of queer people at God’s table. Whether you're seeking clarity, healing, or a deeper connection to your faith, Queer & Christian offers the tools to build a more inclusive and affirming Christian community.https://www.brandanrobertson.com/queer-christian-book
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Will Moving to NYC Help Me Embrace My Queerness?
Some big announcements and big changes for the first episode of season 3 of I Tried to Be Straight!
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Coming out as Trans Brought Me Closer to God - Lucas Hall's Story
Lucas Hall shares his story of coming out, his journey of faith, resilience, and self-discovery. His story is a testament to perseverance and the power of staying true to oneself.You can connect with Lucas on Instagram - @thelucassamuel----------------------------------------------------Support us and Join our Monthly Zoom on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/c/ITriedtoBeStraightChat with us and others on Discord: https://discord.gg/5jVTkdUm
Welcome to the I Tried to Be Straight Podcast! We both grew up in Christian culture where being gay wasn't acceptable. After years of struggling with our sexualities, we both recently came out of the closet. We're here to unpack those journeys, and learn more about the struggle of accepting your sexuality in a culture where it's not ok to be gay. We're entering into the stories of others, digging into theology, learning more about gay culture, and trying to give you a little insight into just how hard it is to try to be straight.
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