SummaryIn this episode of the Gird Up podcast, host Charlie Ungemach engages in a deep conversation with Dr. Paul Wendland, a Lutheran theologian, about the pressing issues surrounding gender and sexuality in today's culture. They explore the cultural shifts that have led to a redefinition of gender identity, the church's role in addressing these issues, and the importance of compassion and empathy in conversations with those struggling with their identity. Dr. Wendland emphasizes the need for a supportive community and the significance of grounding one's identity in Christ amidst the challenges of modern society.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Gird Up Podcast and Mission02:17 Understanding the Cultural Landscape of Gender and Sexuality12:11 The Rise of LGBTQ Awareness and Identity17:45 Navigating Truth in a Confused Culture30:35 Compassion vs. Integrity in Conversations about LGBTQ Issues36:31 Navigating Truth and Relationships42:46 Long-Term Witness and Compassion44:29 Social Interactions and Christian Witness48:09 Conscience and Public Stance52:11 Creating Open Family Environments57:16 Support for Struggling Individuals01:01:58 Finding Comfort in StruggleDr. Wendland's Links:https://madeknown.net/http://essays.wisluthsem.org:8080/bitstream/handle/123456789/4507/WendlandTransgender.pdf?sequence=1&isAllowed=yGird Up Links:https://youtube.com/@girdupministries4911?si=tbCa0SOiluVl8UFxhttps://www.instagram.com/girdup_be_a_man/https://www.girdupministries.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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