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Messy Grace : How a Pastor with Gay Parents Learned to Love Others Without Sacrificing Conviction by Caleb Kaltenbach (2015, Trade Paperback)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherCrown Publishing Group, T.H.E.
ISBN-101601427360
ISBN-139781601427366
eBay Product ID (ePID)210319552
Product Key Features
Book TitleMessy Grace : How a Pastor with Gay Parents Learned to Love Others Without Sacrificing Conviction
Number of Pages224 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2015
TopicChristian Life / General, Gender Studies, Christian Life / Love & Marriage, General, Christian Life / Social Issues, Sexuality & Gender Studies
GenreFamily & Relationships, Religion, Social Science
AuthorCaleb Kaltenbach
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.6 in
Item Weight6.9 Oz
Item Length8 in
Item Width5.2 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2015-012987
Dewey Edition23
Dewey Decimal248.4
SynopsisSometimes, grace gets messy. Caleb Kaltenbach was raised by LGBT parents, marched in gay pride parades as a youngster, and experienced firsthand the hatred and bitterness of some Christians toward his family. But then Caleb surprised everyone, including himself, by becoming a Christian...and a pastor. Very few issues in Christianity are as divisive as the acceptance of the LGBT community in the church. As a pastor and as a person with beloved family members living a gay lifestyle, Caleb had to face this issue with courage and grace. Messy Grace shows us that Jesus's command to "love your neighbor as yourself" doesn't have an exception clause for a gay "neighbor"-or for that matter, any other "neighbor" we might find it hard to relate to. Jesus was able to love these people and yet still hold on to his beliefs. So can you. Even when it's messy. "Messy Grace is an important contribution to the conversation about sexual identity for churches and leaders. Caleb's story is surprising and unique, and he weaves it together compellingly. He states his views clearly, leaves room for disagreement, and champions love no matter where you are in this conversation." -Jud Wilhite, Sr. Pastor, Central Christian Church, Sometimes, grace gets messy. Caleb Kaltenbach was raised by LGBT parents, marched in gay pride parades as a youngster, and experienced firsthand the hatred and bitterness of some Christians toward his family. But then Caleb surprised everyone, including himself, by becoming a Christian...and a pastor. Very few issues in Christianity are as divisive as the acceptance of the LGBT community in the church. As a pastor and as a person with beloved family members living a gay lifestyle, Caleb had to face this issue with courage and grace. Messy Grace shows us that Jesus's command to "love your neighbor as yourself" doesn't have an exception clause for a gay "neighbor"--or for that matter, any other "neighbor" we might find it hard to relate to. Jesus was able to love these people and yet still hold on to his beliefs. So can you. Even when it's messy. "Messy Grace is an important contribution to the conversation about sexual identity for churches and leaders. Caleb's story is surprising and unique, and he weaves it together compellingly. He states his views clearly, leaves room for disagreement, and champions love no matter where you are in this conversation." --Jud Wilhite, Sr. Pastor, Central Christian Church
LC Classification NumberBR115.H6K35 2015
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- Aug 16, 2018
Real, honest, not sanitized
This was a good and honest book. It was from a Christian perspective, but it didn't seem "sanitized." The author had a defined Christian outlook, yet he extended love for all. It resonated with my own life experiences. I passed it on to my sister after I read it.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- Nov 17, 2020
Changing my heart
2020 is taking us all in a wild ride and my particular lessons have been learning to love my neighbor. So thankful for Caleb Kaltenbach’s ministry through this book. Looking forward to deeper relationships with people from all walks of life.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Apr 28, 2021
Great book...
For me to sit and read this entire book in one day was a miracle of great proportions! Very relevant and scriptural and well written! I highly recommend it!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Dec 24, 2021
Thought- Provoking Book
This book is so poweful and thought provoking. I highly recommend it.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Jul 24, 2018
Great book!
Good balanced and loving way to approach this subject! We all would be blessed to take it to heart!Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- Sep 13, 2021
great book-Love as Christ loved. Pray for change.
great book.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- May 12, 2020
Read it!!
Great book for helping to understand people who are different from ourselves.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Aug 31, 2021
Great book
Great bookVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
