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Homosexuality

Biblical Interpretation and Moral Discernment

by Willard M. Swartley
2003
Paper
Pages: 164
ISBN:
0-8361-9245-1
Price: $14.99; in Canada $18.79

Classification: Serious study

 

"A readable, biblically based explanation in support of our church’s position on homosexuality. I found it easy to understand, scholarly and credible in its impact." —Miriam Martin, Administrator, Atlantic Coast Mennonite Conference

Grounded in a lifetime of biblical study, New Testament scholar Willard M. Swartley takes a fresh look at the Scriptures and what they would teach the church on the current and controversial subject of homosexuality. In a spirit of love and generosity, Swartley presents all sides of the issue, drawing from contemporary scholarship and cultural analysis. He concludes with a model for congregational discernment and suggestions for the path foreword.

"Because of both the content and how it’s presented, I believe it can facilitate informed discussion and debate." —Henry Paetkau, President, Conrad Grebel University

About the Author

Willard M. Swartley is dean and professor of New Testament at the Associated Mennonite Biblical Seminary, Elkhart, Indiana. He served as the New Testament editor for both the Believers Church Bible Commentary Series and a book series on Studies in Peace and Scripture. He is the author of Slavery, Sabbath, War, and Women, among other titles.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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