I really appreciated this, especially as it's something I struggle with often. I have very mixed feelings about Christians doing all these wonderful things. The struggle is especially real when it involves children. I hear the praises, "_______ is amazing! So wonderful with kids!" And inside me I hear a voice that says, "Unless they're queer. As long as they don't bring up any of the mythological stories from their Norse heritage." Etc., etc. And I can't partner with them because I remember where their rigid religion and gatekeeping has done a lot of spiritual harm.
I really appreciated this, especially as it's something I struggle with often. I have very mixed feelings about Christians doing all these wonderful things. The struggle is especially real when it involves children. I hear the praises, "_______ is amazing! So wonderful with kids!" And inside me I hear a voice that says, "Unless they're queer. As long as they don't bring up any of the mythological stories from their Norse heritage." Etc., etc. And I can't partner with them because I remember where their rigid religion and gatekeeping has done a lot of spiritual harm.
I applaud this kind, thoughtful, yet challenging response.
Thoughtful and needed response
Important words for this generation of evangelicals, and also for those who have clung onto the belief that remain closed to new-to-them ideas.
Let me know if you are looking to support a group doing similar work, but not pushing anything, just helping. I might know a guy :)