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Christlike Acceptance across Deep Difference Constructive Conversations on Sexuality and Gender Ronald W. Pierce and Karen R. Keen, editors Many faith communities have been torn apart over sexuality and gender, particularly regarding how best to respond to LGBTQ peo- ple. Bringing together a broad range of traditionalist and affirming contributors, this useful resource demonstrates a more construc- tive response. It emphasizes biblical exegesis, communication, and ministry skills, presenting a vision of Christlike acceptance across difference. “This is a hopeful and a helpful book. It retains moral and theologi - cal seriousness while modeling and fostering the warmth, gener - osity, and hospitality that are much needed in this long-standing debate. This is the way forward for the church as we build a com - mon life around our common object of love, Jesus Christ.” —Fellipe do Vale, Trinity College, Bristol “In an era when conversations about sexuality so often feel stale and repetitive, this dialogic collection is a breath of fresh air. As I read, I found myself wishing to join the discussion, to ask ques - tions and push back, to cheer and shout ‘amen!’ May many more of our Christian disagreements be as gracious and thought-provoking as this one.” —Gregory Coles, author of Single, Gay, Christian and No Longer Strangers “I have served in evangelical churches for over twenty years, locally and abroad. I have seen more conflict, church splits, and dissen - sion over debates around sexuality than any other issue. This book offers a solution to these problems and one that is deeply rooted in Christ. It is a must-read for anyone looking to responsibly engage the topic of human sexuality from both a pastoral and a theological perspective. This book will live on my shelf, and I will reach for it often.” — Kelly Edmiston, lead pastor, Vineyard Church of Stafford
AUGUST 2025 • 272 pages • $28.99 • paper • 9781540967596
Ronald W. Pierce (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) taught the- ology at Talbot School of Theology, Biola University, for over forty years. He is the author of Partners in Marriage and Ministry and the coeditor of Discovering Biblical Equality. Karen R. Keen (ThM, Duke Divinity School) is a biblical scholar and spiritual care provider at the Redwood Center for Spiritual Care and Education. Her books include Scripture, Ethics, and the Possibility of Same-Sex Relationships and The Word of a Humble God.
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