I don't pretend to be a theologian of any sort. I just know that John 3:16 has a 'whomever' in it and i take that at face value. I also know when Jesus fed the 5,000, there wasn't a disciple tagged to take a clipboard and go down the rows of people checking off boxes to while asking, 'Are you a thief? Are you a prostitute? Are you gay,?' etc., in order to determine who was worthy to eat. The bread of life is life for everyone.
Bless you! Here is an affirming hymn I wrote some years ago that I hope will provide some comfort and maybe even a touch of joy; it's called Fearfully, Wonderfully Made: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7jBFXi8mGXQ
No one else deserves to read this except your closest circle, who do need to understand you fully to love you fully. May the readers who aren’t your inner circle be gentle with you, and may your inner circle be gentle with themselves as they adapt to this truth.
Kevin, You are and have been loved; whether in the closet, out of the closet or never a closet to be. I want to share with you that my dear mom taught me about the way we come into the world with differences that teach us to love unconditionally, and that Grace is sufficient. I appreciate your kindness and support over the years.
Thank you for being so courageous and vulnerable, even though you don’t owe anyone any explanations.
Wanted to say i greatly respect you and have enjoyed the Bible studies you shared. I can see now why your God sounded gentle and loving, unlike the meanie I grew up being taught.
Much love and good health to you, may you have life in abundance!
Kevin you are so courageous - thank you for opening the door for others to be their authentic selves. I can only imagine how difficult your life has been having to hide yourself from everyone, especially those closest to you. Your faith through your struggles never ceases to inspire me. Thank you.
I used to joke that I wasn’t in a closet, it was a bank vault. Sounds like you were in one too. I came out at 40, and am much more at peace with God and the world. Welcome to the Family and blessings going forward. 🏳️🌈❤️🏳️🌈❤️
I don't pretend to be a theologian of any sort. I just know that John 3:16 has a 'whomever' in it and i take that at face value. I also know when Jesus fed the 5,000, there wasn't a disciple tagged to take a clipboard and go down the rows of people checking off boxes to while asking, 'Are you a thief? Are you a prostitute? Are you gay,?' etc., in order to determine who was worthy to eat. The bread of life is life for everyone.
Thank you so much for that very courageous witness. I’m rooting for you now that I know you’ve taken this first step.
Bless you! Here is an affirming hymn I wrote some years ago that I hope will provide some comfort and maybe even a touch of joy; it's called Fearfully, Wonderfully Made: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7jBFXi8mGXQ
Thank you! Wow, such good work.
Thanks! I have a ton of free use music along these lines on my website, which is listed on the video. All peace to you.
Beautifully written and heartwarming! Congratulations on being your authentic self! Much love to you!
Wow, what vulnerable post!
No one else deserves to read this except your closest circle, who do need to understand you fully to love you fully. May the readers who aren’t your inner circle be gentle with you, and may your inner circle be gentle with themselves as they adapt to this truth.
Cheering you on Kevin as you fully embrace your best life, in the wholeness of who God made you to be. You are loved. ❤️ 🏳️🌈 ❤️
Kevin, You are and have been loved; whether in the closet, out of the closet or never a closet to be. I want to share with you that my dear mom taught me about the way we come into the world with differences that teach us to love unconditionally, and that Grace is sufficient. I appreciate your kindness and support over the years.
BRAVO! Kevin, BRAVO!!!!!!
I love this. Thank you for sharing your deeper faith.
All the best to you as you live the rest of your life as your authentic self. May it be beautiful and fulfilling.
Thank you for being so courageous and vulnerable, even though you don’t owe anyone any explanations.
Wanted to say i greatly respect you and have enjoyed the Bible studies you shared. I can see now why your God sounded gentle and loving, unlike the meanie I grew up being taught.
Much love and good health to you, may you have life in abundance!
Kevin you are so courageous - thank you for opening the door for others to be their authentic selves. I can only imagine how difficult your life has been having to hide yourself from everyone, especially those closest to you. Your faith through your struggles never ceases to inspire me. Thank you.
Lovely. ❤️
I used to joke that I wasn’t in a closet, it was a bank vault. Sounds like you were in one too. I came out at 40, and am much more at peace with God and the world. Welcome to the Family and blessings going forward. 🏳️🌈❤️🏳️🌈❤️