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Living Out PodcastYour Questions on Parenting 0-11 Year-Olds (Your Questions #4)We’re joined by Rachel Gilson – author of Parenting Without Panic in an LGBT Affirming World – to answer your questions on parenting younger children. What are some easy ways into conversations about sex, sexuality and what God says? How can parents and youth leaders work together in having these conversations? Should you send your children to Christian schools, and what influence is the internet having on their experience of and learning about sexuality? Resources mentioned and related Parenting Without Panic in an LGBT Affirming World Rachel Gilson Born Again This Way Rachel Gilson Kaleidoscope Raising Con...2025-07-1734 min
FamilyLife TodayRaising Kids to Be Different—But Not Divisive | Rachel GilsonParenting in an LGBT-affirming world can be daunting, but Rachel Gilson, author of “Parenting Without Panic,” is here to equip you! In this FamilyLife Today episode2025-07-1742 min
Life Changing RadioFamilyLife Today® - How to Parent Without Panic in an LGBT-Affirming World | Rachel GilsonParenting in an LGBT-affirming world can be daunting, but Rachel Gilson, author of “Parenting Without Panic,” is here to equip you! In this FamilyLife Today episode, hosts Dave and Ann Wilson talk with Rachel about how to guide your children through complex topics like same-sex attraction and transgender identities with biblical truth and grace. Rachel shares her own experiences, from initial fears about her daughter’s teacher to candid conversations with her kids about God’s design. Learn why starting early, using age-appropriate language, and emphasizing God’s “yes-first” vision for male, female, marriage, and singleness is crucial. Show Notes a...2025-07-1742 minFamilyLife Today®How to Parent Without Panic in an LGBT-Affirming World | Rachel GilsonParenting in an LGBT-affirming world can be daunting, but Rachel Gilson, author of “Parenting Without Panic,” is here to equip you! In this FamilyLife Today episode, hosts Dave and Ann Wilson talk with Rachel about how to guide your children through complex topics like same-sex attraction and transgender identities with biblical truth and grace. Rachel shares her own experiences, from initial fears about her daughter’s teacher to candid conversations with her kids about God’s design. Learn why starting early, using age-appropriate language, and emphasizing God’s “yes-first” vision for male, female, marriage, and singleness is crucial. Show Notes a...2025-07-1742 minCIAM RadioFamilyLife Today® - How to Parent Without Panic in an LGBT-Affirming World | Rachel GilsonParenting in an LGBT-affirming world can be daunting, but Rachel Gilson, author of “Parenting Without Panic,” is here to equip you! In this FamilyLife Today episode, hosts Dave and Ann Wilson talk with Rachel about how to guide your children through complex topics like same-sex attraction and transgender identities with biblical truth and grace. Rachel shares her own experiences, from initial fears about her daughter’s teacher to candid conversations with her kids about God’s design. Learn why starting early, using age-appropriate language, and emphasizing God’s “yes-first” vision for male, female, marriage, and singleness is crucial. 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Show Notes a...2025-07-1742 minThe Word On DemandFamilyLife Today® - How to Parent Without Panic in an LGBT-Affirming World | Rachel GilsonParenting in an LGBT-affirming world can be daunting, but Rachel Gilson, author of “Parenting Without Panic,” is here to equip you! In this FamilyLife Today episode, hosts Dave and Ann Wilson talk with Rachel about how to guide your children through complex topics like same-sex attraction and transgender identities with biblical truth and grace. Rachel shares her own experiences, from initial fears about her daughter’s teacher to candid conversations with her kids about God’s design. Learn why starting early, using age-appropriate language, and emphasizing God’s “yes-first” vision for male, female, marriage, and singleness is crucial. Show Notes a...2025-07-1742 minKFM On DemandFamilyLife Today® - How to Parent Without Panic in an LGBT-Affirming World | Rachel GilsonParenting in an LGBT-affirming world can be daunting, but Rachel Gilson, author of “Parenting Without Panic,” is here to equip you! In this FamilyLife Today episode, hosts Dave and Ann Wilson talk with Rachel about how to guide your children through complex topics like same-sex attraction and transgender identities with biblical truth and grace. Rachel shares her own experiences, from initial fears about her daughter’s teacher to candid conversations with her kids about God’s design. Learn why starting early, using age-appropriate language, and emphasizing God’s “yes-first” vision for male, female, marriage, and singleness is crucial. Show Notes a...2025-07-1742 minThe Journey On DemandFamilyLife Today® - How to Parent Without Panic in an LGBT-Affirming World | Rachel GilsonParenting in an LGBT-affirming world can be daunting, but Rachel Gilson, author of “Parenting Without Panic,” is here to equip you! In this FamilyLife Today episode, hosts Dave and Ann Wilson talk with Rachel about how to guide your children through complex topics like same-sex attraction and transgender identities with biblical truth and grace. Rachel shares her own experiences, from initial fears about her daughter’s teacher to candid conversations with her kids about God’s design. Learn why starting early, using age-appropriate language, and emphasizing God’s “yes-first” vision for male, female, marriage, and singleness is crucial. Show Notes a...2025-07-1742 minWPEL On DemandFamilyLife Today® - How to Parent Without Panic in an LGBT-Affirming World | Rachel GilsonParenting in an LGBT-affirming world can be daunting, but Rachel Gilson, author of “Parenting Without Panic,” is here to equip you! In this FamilyLife Today episode, hosts Dave and Ann Wilson talk with Rachel about how to guide your children through complex topics like same-sex attraction and transgender identities with biblical truth and grace. Rachel shares her own experiences, from initial fears about her daughter’s teacher to candid conversations with her kids about God’s design. Learn why starting early, using age-appropriate language, and emphasizing God’s “yes-first” vision for male, female, marriage, and singleness is crucial. Show Notes a...2025-07-1742 minWDAC PodcastsFamilyLife Today® - How to Parent Without Panic in an LGBT-Affirming World | Rachel GilsonParenting in an LGBT-affirming world can be daunting, but Rachel Gilson, author of “Parenting Without Panic,” is here to equip you! In this FamilyLife Today episode, hosts Dave and Ann Wilson talk with Rachel about how to guide your children through complex topics like same-sex attraction and transgender identities with biblical truth and grace. Rachel shares her own experiences, from initial fears about her daughter’s teacher to candid conversations with her kids about God’s design. Learn why starting early, using age-appropriate language, and emphasizing God’s “yes-first” vision for male, female, marriage, and singleness is crucial. Show Notes a...2025-07-1742 minKHCB Network On DemandFamilyLife Today® - How to Parent Without Panic in an LGBT-Affirming World | Rachel GilsonParenting in an LGBT-affirming world can be daunting, but Rachel Gilson, author of “Parenting Without Panic,” is here to equip you! In this FamilyLife Today episode, hosts Dave and Ann Wilson talk with Rachel about how to guide your children through complex topics like same-sex attraction and transgender identities with biblical truth and grace. Rachel shares her own experiences, from initial fears about her daughter’s teacher to candid conversations with her kids about God’s design. Learn why starting early, using age-appropriate language, and emphasizing God’s “yes-first” vision for male, female, marriage, and singleness is crucial. Show Notes a...2025-07-1742 minThe WellFamilyLife Today® - How to Parent Without Panic in an LGBT-Affirming World | Rachel GilsonParenting in an LGBT-affirming world can be daunting, but Rachel Gilson, author of “Parenting Without Panic,” is here to equip you! In this FamilyLife Today episode, hosts Dave and Ann Wilson talk with Rachel about how to guide your children through complex topics like same-sex attraction and transgender identities with biblical truth and grace. Rachel shares her own experiences, from initial fears about her daughter’s teacher to candid conversations with her kids about God’s design. Learn why starting early, using age-appropriate language, and emphasizing God’s “yes-first” vision for male, female, marriage, and singleness is crucial. Show Notes a...2025-07-1742 minYour Network of PraiseFamilyLife Today® - How to Parent Without Panic in an LGBT-Affirming World | Rachel GilsonParenting in an LGBT-affirming world can be daunting, but Rachel Gilson, author of “Parenting Without Panic,” is here to equip you! In this FamilyLife Today episode, hosts Dave and Ann Wilson talk with Rachel about how to guide your children through complex topics like same-sex attraction and transgender identities with biblical truth and grace. Rachel shares her own experiences, from initial fears about her daughter’s teacher to candid conversations with her kids about God’s design. Learn why starting early, using age-appropriate language, and emphasizing God’s “yes-first” vision for male, female, marriage, and singleness is crucial. Show Notes a...2025-07-1742 minWPGM On DemandFamilyLife Today® - How to Parent Without Panic in an LGBT-Affirming World | Rachel GilsonParenting in an LGBT-affirming world can be daunting, but Rachel Gilson, author of “Parenting Without Panic,” is here to equip you! In this FamilyLife Today episode, hosts Dave and Ann Wilson talk with Rachel about how to guide your children through complex topics like same-sex attraction and transgender identities with biblical truth and grace. Rachel shares her own experiences, from initial fears about her daughter’s teacher to candid conversations with her kids about God’s design. Learn why starting early, using age-appropriate language, and emphasizing God’s “yes-first” vision for male, female, marriage, and singleness is crucial. Show Notes a...2025-07-1742 minUtah's HopeFamilyLife Today® - How to Parent Without Panic in an LGBT-Affirming World | Rachel GilsonParenting in an LGBT-affirming world can be daunting, but Rachel Gilson, author of “Parenting Without Panic,” is here to equip you! In this FamilyLife Today episode, hosts Dave and Ann Wilson talk with Rachel about how to guide your children through complex topics like same-sex attraction and transgender identities with biblical truth and grace. Rachel shares her own experiences, from initial fears about her daughter’s teacher to candid conversations with her kids about God’s design. Learn why starting early, using age-appropriate language, and emphasizing God’s “yes-first” vision for male, female, marriage, and singleness is crucial. Show Notes a...2025-07-1742 min
Java with Juli - Conversations About God, Sex, & YouGod's Design for Sexuality: Teaching Kids to Stand Firm & Love Big, #569Want to raise faithful and loving kids in an LGBT-affirming world? This episode is one you can’t afford to skip. You don’t have to choose between truth and love—this conversation will equip you to give your kids both. Grab your Java and join us! Guest: Rachel Gilson Follow-up Resources: Parenting Without Panic in an LGBT-Affirming World by Rachel Gilson Java with Juli #312 Born Again This Way: Rachel’s Story (AI Members Only) Sign up for our email list and stay in the know about all things ha...2025-06-0244 min
All Nations Church Podcast5.11 A Life Less Ordinary | Series Special with Rachel GilsonSeries five, episode eleven. For the final episode of series five, we have a special episode for you - our first transatlantic episode at that!Emma & James are joined by author Rachel Gilson to hear her story of transformation from atheist & lesbian, to a relationship with Jesus, as well as discuss how we can raise our children in the world we live in today.Books by RachelBorn Again This Way: https://www.thegoodbook.co.uk/born-again-this-way?srsltid=AfmBOorre_eHAOm1Ju9xCPaew_sGgC9-3u-HYh3JpxvykSYyLRBYBkfFParenting Without Panic: https://www.thegoodbook.co...2025-04-111h 12
RoseniuskyrkanParenting Without Panic in an LGBT-Affirming World – Rachel GilsonInspelning från webinar arrangerat av ELM Syd och Roseniuskyrkan. Parenting Without Panic in an LGBT-Affirming World: Discipling Our Kids With Jesus Truth and Love med Rachel Gilson med anledning av hennes bok samma titel.
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LSE PodcastsLSE: The Ballpark | Donald Trump and the far-right with Dr Rachel BlumDonald Trump’s links to the right, including the far right and the alt-right date back to least to his 2016 presidential campaign and continued through his first term and then into his 2024 election campaign where Trump faced accusations of being an authoritarian populist.
To discuss Donald Trump’s links to the far right, in February 2025 the Phelan US Centre spoke to Dr Rachel Blum of the University of Oklahoma. They also discussed Dr Blum’s research on party factions and their impact on contemporary US politics, and the 22nd Amendment to the US Constitution, which limits the number of times someon...2025-03-1037 min
The BallparkLSE: The Ballpark | Donald Trump and the far-right with Dr Rachel BlumContributor(s): Chris Gilson, Rachel Blum | Donald Trump’s links to the right, including the far right and the alt-right date back to least to his 2016 presidential campaign and continued through his first term and then into his 2024 election campaign where Trump faced accusations of being an authoritarian populist.
To discuss Donald Trump’s links to the far right, in February 2025 the Phelan US Centre spoke to Dr Rachel Blum of the University of Oklahoma. They also discussed Dr Blum’s research on party factions and their impact on contemporary US politics, and the 22nd Amendment to the US Constitution, which...2025-03-1037 min
LSE: The BallparkLSE: The Ballpark | Donald Trump and the far-right with Dr Rachel BlumContributor(s): Chris Gilson, Rachel Blum | Donald Trump’s links to the right, including the far right and the alt-right date back to least to his 2016 presidential campaign and continued through his first term and then into his 2024 election campaign where Trump faced accusations of being an authoritarian populist.
To discuss Donald Trump’s links to the far right, in February 2025 the Phelan US Centre spoke to Dr Rachel Blum of the University of Oklahoma. They also discussed Dr Blum’s research on party factions and their impact on contemporary US politics, and the 22nd Amendment to the US Constitution, which...2025-03-1037 min
Hole in My Heart PodcastEpisode 237: Parenting Without Panic | Rachel GilsonParents and caregivers of the next generation need help to lead their kids in an affirming-LGBTQ world.
Our guest and author, Rachel Gilson, said it well on today’s episode: “Even my friends who had great discipling moms and dads didn’t grow up in this cultural moment. Their moms and dads didn’t have to help them navigate these cultural questions.”
She continued: “So even they feel out on a limb: ‘No one prepped me for this.’ There is a panic of feeling without a guide and lost. That’s no one’s fault but i...2025-02-2846 min
Winsome ConvictionWhat Do I Do With My Same-Sex Attraction?On today’s episode, Rachel Gilson speaks with Tim about sexuality, same-sex attraction, and living faithfully as a follower of Jesus. The conversation dips into Rachel’s journey in coming to faith, being attracted to the same-sex and yet choosing to follow the Bible’s teaching on sexuality, considerations of sexuality for discipleship, and what the Church is doing well and not doing well with transgender and LGBTQ communities. Show notes and a full transcript are available.2025-01-0645 min
For All The Saints With Ben HancockHow To Live A Rich Life As A Christian With Same-Sex Attraction - Rachel Gilson | 69Send us a textRachel Gilson serves on the leadership team for theological development and culture for Cru, and is the author of Born Again This Way: Coming Out, Coming to Faith and What Comes Next as well as Parenting Without Panic in an LGBT Affirming World: Discipling our Kids with Jesus’ Truth and Love.I wanted to speak to Rachel after reading some of her brilliant writing about reconciling faithful Christian discipleship with same-sex attraction in a hyper-sexualised society where sexual preference is constantly discussed. I love how Rachel speaks on this topic and fe...2024-12-2358 min
The Christian Parenting Podcast - Motherhood, Teaching kids about Jesus, Intentional parenting, Raising Christian kidsNavigating sexual and gender identity with Rachel GilsonWelcome back to Week Two of our series on identity! This week, we’re diving into a super important yet challenging topic: sexual and gender identity. I’ll be honest, having this conversation initially felt intimidating. But after hearing Rachel Gilson speak and reading her book, I knew she was the right person to guide us through this discussion.Here’s what you’ll learn in today’s episode:Rachel emphasizes how our identity is ultimately tied to our relationship with God, which sets the foundation for navigating complex topics.We touch on the cultural elevation of romanti...2024-10-2239 min
Mom GuiltMom Guilt: Parenting Without Panic In An LGBT Affirming World With Rachel GilsonSend us a textIn this episode of Mom Guilt, co-host Elizabeth welcomes Rachel Gilson, an expert in navigating the intersection of faith and culture. Rachel, a speaker, author, and member of the leadership team for Theological Development and Culture with Crew, shares her insights on parenting confidently in a world that increasingly affirms LGBT values. Drawing from her latest book, Parenting Without Panic in an LGBT Affirming World, Rachel offers gospel-centered guidance for moms facing these challenges.The conversation dives into how christian moms can lay down biblical values and worldviews...2024-10-2151 min
The Family Discipleship PodcastParenting without Panic in an LGBT-Affirming World with Rachel GilsonAdam Griffin and Cassie Bryant are joined by Rachel Gilson to discuss how we can parent without panic in an LGBT-affirming world.Questions Covered in This Episode:Can you tell us about you, your family, and your ministry? What inspired you to write, Born Again This Way?Why do think living in an LGBT-Affirming World causes so much fear for parents?Why do think starting with what sex is, is a good place to start this conversation?Why do you think so much of our culture, including Christian culture, talks and acts like romantic relationships are c...2024-10-1445 min
The Monica Swanson Podcast - boy mom, build strong families, Biblical worldview, women’s wellnessParenting without Panic in an LGBT+ Affirming World, with Rachel GilsonWelcome to week 2 of this fall series focused on “Most-asked-about” Parenting topics. Today we tackle a hot topic in our culture which I think is incredibly important for parents to tune into.
My guest, Rachel Gilson, has an amazing testimony (I can’t wait or you to hear it!) From her background as an atheist and a lesbian, to being confronted with the reality of Jesus’ love for her (at Yale, no-less!) Rachel’s story is powerful. Now as a wife, Mom, and Christ-follower, Rachel is in a unique position to communicate Truth and love to this gene...2024-10-091h 01The Monica Swanson Podcast - boy mom, build strong families, Biblical worldview, women’s wellnessParenting without Panic in an LGBT+ Affirming World, with Rachel GilsonWelcome to week 2 of this fall series focused on “Most-asked-about” Parenting topics. Today we tackle a hot topic in our culture which I think is incredibly important for parents to tune into.
My guest, Rachel Gilson, has an amazing testimony (I can’t wait or you to hear it!) From her background as an atheist and a lesbian, to being confronted with the reality of Jesus’ love for her (at Yale, no-less!) Rachel’s story is powerful. Now as a wife, Mom, and Christ-follower, Rachel is in a unique position to communicate Truth and love to this gene...2024-10-091h 01
Placed For A PurposeParenting Without Panic in LGBT+ Friendly NeighborhoodsRachel Gilson, author of "Parenting Without Panic in an LGBT Affirming World," joins us to talk about how we can love our LGBT+ neighbors and how Christian parents can navigate complex conversations with their children about faith, gender, and sexuality. The discussion touches on Rachel's personal journey to faith, the importance of teaching kids God’s positive vision for the body and relationships, and the need to address contemporary cultural challenges with both truth and grace. By offering practical applications and emphasizing love across differences, Rachel encourages parents to foster open, biblical conversations with their children while modeling Christ's lo...2024-10-0846 min
Christ and CultureRachel Gilson: Parenting without Panic in an LGBT-Affirming World - EP 162How can parents navigate our cultural moment? Rachel Gilson joins us to discuss. She explains when and how to have “the talk,” the importance of using accurate language, and teaching our kids why God’s plan for gender and sexuality is true, good, and beautiful. Plus, she explores how today’s moment allows the gospel to shine more clearly.
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The Sean McDowell ShowChristians and the LGBTQ Conversation: A Powerful Story of Redemption.Rachel Gilson has a powerful story of finding faith at Yale. As a same-sex attracted atheist, she wanted nothing to do with God. But all that changed. I interview Rachel about her story and raise some of the toughest, pressing questions related to LGBTQ relationships. READ: Born Again This Way (https://amzn.to/3g49Mfy) SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHANNEL (https://bit.ly/3fZ9mIw) *Get a MASTERS IN APOLOGETICS or SCIENCE AND RELIGION at BIOLA (https://bit.ly/3LdNqKf) *USE Discount Code [SMDCERTDISC] for $100 off the BIOLA APOLOGETICS CERTIFICATE program (https://bit.ly/3AzfPFM) *See our fully online UNDERGRAD...2024-09-281h 05
Culture MattersParenting Without PanicIn this episode, we talk to Rachel Gilson about her latest book—Parenting Without Panic in an LGBT-Affirming World. It’s a really helpful conversation for parents and anyone discipling the kids (hint: all of us) to navigate conversations about God’s beautiful design for human sexuality, gender, and relationships. Mentioned Resources Connect more with RachelBuy Parenting without PanicListen to Parenting without PanicEpisode 219 - The Family of God with Rachel GilsonFollow us on socialInstagram-- Editing and support by The Good Podcast...2024-09-0341 min
Access Top-Rated Full Audiobooks in Religion & Spirituality, ChristianityParenting without Panic in an LGBT-Affirming World: Discipling Our Kids with Jesus' Truth and Love by Rachel GilsonPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/807361 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Parenting without Panic in an LGBT-Affirming World: Discipling Our Kids with Jesus' Truth and Love Author: Rachel Gilson Narrator: Rachel Gilson Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 2 hours 35 minutes Release date: September 1, 2024 Genres: Christianity Publisher's Summary: Helps parents to teach young children what the Bible says about sexuality proactively and positively in a culture with contrasting ideas and values. As Christian parents, we long to equip our kids as they venture out into a culture where LGBT is affirmed and celebrated. We want them to know what God says, and t...2024-09-0105 min
Access Top-Rated Full Audiobooks in Religion & Spirituality, ChristianityParenting without Panic in an LGBT-Affirming World: Discipling Our Kids with Jesus' Truth and Love by Rachel GilsonPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/807361to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Parenting without Panic in an LGBT-Affirming World: Discipling Our Kids with Jesus' Truth and Love
Author: Rachel Gilson
Narrator: Rachel Gilson
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 2 hours 35 minutes
Release date: September 1, 2024
Genres: Christianity
Publisher's Summary:
Helps parents to teach young children what the Bible says about sexuality proactively and positively in a culture with contrasting ideas and values. As Christian parents, we long to equip our kids as they venture out into a culture where LGBT is affirmed and celebrated. We want them to know what God says, and to l...2024-09-012h 35
Confronting Christianity with Rebecca McLaughlinParenting without Panic in an LGBT-Affirming World with Rachel GilsonRebecca engages in a profound conversation with Rachel Gilson, author and theologian, on navigating the complexities of raising Christian children in an LGBT-affirming world. Reflecting on her newest book, "Parenting Without Panic in an LGBT-Affirming World: Discipling Our Kids with Jesus' Truth and Love", Rachel shares the impetus behind her writing and the life experiences that shaped her perspectives.Throughout the episode, Rebecca and Rachel deeply explore the challenges that today's Christian parents face. They address the growing cultural shifts around sexuality and gender identity, especially how Christian sexual ethics, which was once seen as respectable, is now often...2024-08-2755 min
Confronting Christianity with Rebecca McLaughlinDoes The Bible Affirm Same-Sex Relationships? with Rachel GilsonRebecca McLaughlin is joined by Rachel Gilson to have a conversation about whether the Bible affirms same-sex relationships.Questions Covered in This Episode:Can you share your story?What is the most common question about what the Bible says about relationships?What would you say to someone who asks how a loving God could be against relationships like this?How does our church community offer love to those in our congregation who are lonely due to singleness?How do you love your friend without compromising your beliefs?What is covered in the book?Guest Bio:Rachel Gilson is on the...2024-05-0740 min
Christ and CultureRachel Gilson, Jason Thacker, Jacob Shatzer, & Mark Liederbach: Re-Forming Gen Z - EP 118Gen Z faces unique challenges, especially regarding technology and sexuality. They face mounting pressure to conform to prevailing cultural winds. For these reasons, we hosted “Re-Forming Gen Z: Technology, Sexuality, and Human Formation” at this summer’s Southern Baptist Convention. Attendees heard from key leaders serving college students — such as Rachel Gilson, Jason Thacker, Jacob Shatzer, and Mark Liederbach — so we might better understand the challenges Gen Z faces and be equipped to serve them well with the gospel.
In our season 4 Christ and Culture premiere, Drs. Ken Keathley and Benjamin Quinn tell you about theme for the season — and they share t...2023-08-251h 02
Barneys on BroadwayInterview with Rachel Gilson Topic: Singleness, Marriage, Friendship, and Love [LGBTQIA+]
Biography: Rachel Gilson holds an MDiv in theology from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary and a history degree from Yale College. She currently works for Cru (a campus ministry similar to AFES) in Boston, serves on the national leadership team for theological development and culture, is the author of Born Again This Way: Coming Out, Coming to Faith, and What Comes Next, and her writing has featured in Christianity Today, The Gospel Coalition, and Desiring God, among other places.2023-07-3051 minCulture MattersFamily of God with Rachel GilsonWe were thrilled to welcome author Rachel Gilson as we journey into the rich topic of the Family of God, its beauty, and the ways the church may have fallen short in embodying its fullness.
In our conversation, we discuss how friendship both inside and outside of marriage can mirror the gospel's beauty, the significance of sibling relationships, and the importance of cultivating relationships across different life stages and generations.
Resources Referenced:
rachelgilson.com
Rachel's memoir: Born Again This Way
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One of the best ways to s...2023-06-1245 min
WWUTTWWUTT 1940 Q&A God Revealing Himself, the Isaiah 59:19 Test, Rachel Gilson on MarriageResponding to questions from listeners about why God reveals Himself to some people but not others, is Isaiah 59:19 a test to find a good translation, and what did Rachel Gilson say about marriage and divorce. Visit wwutt.com for all our videos!
2023-05-261h 05Confronting Christianity with Rebecca McLaughlinShould Someone in a Same-Sex Marriage Who Becomes a Christian Get Divorced? with Rachel Gilson and J. D. GreearRebecca McLaughlin is joined by Rachel Gilson and JD Greear to answer the question, what does someone do when they become a Christian and they are married to someone of the same sex?Questions Covered in This Episode:Rachel, can you share a little of your story?Why do you think it's important for people to hear from people like Rachel on this topic?How would you respond to someone who would think that the Bible is wrong on this one because they can’t believe that God wouldn’t want someone to not be happy?JD, why would you choo...2023-05-2340 min
The For Where You Are PodcastEp. 92: The Good News of a Good DesignOn this episode, Joe, Jeff, and Brian discuss the good news shared by guest speaker Rachel Gilson as she told her faith story. They break down their takeaways from Rachel's message, the importance of living with grace and truth, and how to engage with people who disagree with the teachings of Scripture. Plus: "Joe Wants to Know" what they've been reading, watching, and listening to this year. 2023-02-2733 min
Chapelstreet ChurchRachel Gilson - Special Message (Sermon)Sermon Title: Rachel Gilson - Special Message
Campus: Keslinger
Date: 02/26/23
Speaker: Rachel Gilson
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UNW ChapelRachel GilsonRachel Gilson speaks about sexuality. She speaks about trying to not focus on the things that God says "no" to. She continues to go on to say if we focus on what God says "no" to so much it will feel cold and cruel. She goes on to speak about what God says about sexuality.
2023-02-1334 min
Think Biblically: Conversations on Faith & CultureThe Bible and Same Sex Marriage (with Rachel Gilson)The Bible repeatedly uses the metaphor of marriage to illustrate the relationship between Christ and His church. How does that metaphor speak to the subject of same sex marriage? Does the use of that metaphor render same sex marriage impossible to harmonize with the Bible? Can transgender people fulfill the model of marriage laid out in Ephesians 5? Join Scott for this discussion with Rachel Gilson, author of Born Again This Way.Rachel Gilson serves on the leadership team for theological development and culture at Cru. She has an MDiv from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, and is working on...2022-12-0634 min
Dwell DifferentlyCultivating Thankfulness Together // Rachel Gilson“There’s something about the practice of [thankfulness] in community that completes it. And that’s God’s design, that’s not a crutch. It’s not more holy if I’m just praying to Jesus alone in my thankfulness—it is in fact the bigger vision of what God’s redemption is that he creates a people that is marked by thankfulness.” — Rachel Gilson This month’s memory verse: “Let them give thanks to the LORD for his unfailing love and his wonderful deeds for mankind.” — Psalm 107:8 Today’s podcast: Have you ever heard someone thank...2022-11-1038 min
Real Life Loading ...Rachel Gilson: Same-sex attraction–and my storyRachel Gilson knows what it's like to deal with same-sex attraction, confusion, trying to relate to straight friends, and generally have it out with God. Show Notes You can find us here on our social channels. See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife’s Privacy Policy2022-10-2833 min
Confronting Christianity with Rebecca McLaughlinWhy Does God Care About Who We Sleep With? with Rachel GilsonKyle Worley and Rebecca McLaughlin are joined by author Rachel Gilson to talk about why God cares about who we sleep with. Questions Covered in This Episode:Rachel, can you share your testimony?It seems like a lot of people care about sex and sexuality. Why?When you hear the phrase “authentic self,” where does that register with you?What is often missing from this conversation?Why do we care about the sexual lives of the people around us?Now: Christians have to be honest - we have not always been paragons of sexuality, purity, holy pleasure, and principle have we?Wh...2022-09-1345 min
TechnecastPlanning a Successful Symposium: Rachel Holmes & Rachel HopkinThis month we’re excited to celebrate the Beyond Human symposium, organised by Rachel Holmes, Rachel Hopkin, Liz K. Miller, Jon Mason and Simon Aeppli. Beyond Human was a techne-funded symposium held at Royal Holloway, University of London on the 26th and 27th May 2022.Leading us through the process of creating, organising and facilitating this symposium, Rachel Holmes and Rachel Hopkin reflect on how this project came together and offer their practical tips for organising events within academia. More information about Beyond Human: https://www.facebook.com/BeyondHuman.Symposiumhttps://lizkmiller.wixsite.com/beyond-human*Rachel Holmes is a Chinese/Irish artist, wr...2022-08-0819 min
JourneywomenSex and Sexuality with Rachel GilsonToday we’re tackling the topic of sex and sexuality with Rachel Gilson. Rachel lives in the Boston metro area, working for Cru on the leadership team for theological development and culture. She has a Master of Divinity from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. She’s the author of Born Again This Way: Coming Out, Coming to Faith, and What Comes Next, and her writing has been featured in Christianity Today, The Gospel Coalition, and Desiring God, among other places. We know the nature of today’s topic is heavy. If you have questions or you need to process after l...2022-07-251h 02
Christ and CultureRachel Gilson: Transgender Identities and the Gospel - EP 77What is gender dysphoria? Why is it good to embrace the biological sex we are given? What does discipleship look like for such individuals, and why is the gospel so appealing? Listen as Rachel Gilson joins us again to talk about the LGBTQ movement — specifically, transgender identities.
Plus, Nancy Brito joins us in “Together We Go.”
We also want to cordially invite you to our event at the annual SBC Convention: http://iamgoi.ng/cfcsbc222022-06-1034 min
Christ and CultureRachel Gilson: From Lesbian Atheist to Christ-Follower - EP 76It’s Pride Month. The world is screaming that same-sex romantic relationships are good and commendable. What does the Bible say? Rachel Gilson joins us to tell her remarkable story of conversion, and to share what the Bible really says about gender and sexuality.
Plus, Benjamin Quinn tells you what’s on his bookshelf right now, and Emily Harrison joins us in “Together We Go.”
- We want to cordially invite you to our event at the annual SBC Convention: http://iamgoi.ng/cfcsbc22
- Learn more: https://cfc.sebts.edu/
- Support the work of the Center for Faith and Cult...2022-06-0335 min
The Strong Women PodcastReflection: Our Conversation with Rachel GilsonListen to Sarah and Erin reflect on their conversation with Rachel Gilson. Rachel Gilson Reflection Show Notes Rachel Gilson’s Website Born Again This Way by Rachel Gilson You Are What You Love by James K.A. Smith Norms and Nobility by David Hicks Susanna Wesley: Servant of God by Sandy Dengler Susanna Wesley by Charles Ludwig Join Strong Women on Social Media: https://linktr.ee/strongwomencc Erin and her husband, Brett, run Maven which “exists to help the next gener...2022-04-1523 min
The Strong Women PodcastS2 14: A Better Yes with Rachel GilsonRachel Gilson, author of Born Again This Way, has experienced same-sex attraction since she was a young woman. After coming to Jesus as a student at Harvard, Rachel shares how she learned to trust and obey God even when it's hard. Rachel also shares how to think well about our desires and submit them to Christ. We learn from Rachel how to approach the topic of homosexuality with thoughtfulness, truth, and compassion. Rachel Gilson Show Notes Rachel Gilson’s Website Born Again This Way by Rachel Gilson Cru Mere C...2022-04-1349 min
Truth Over Tribe: Christian Takes on Culture, News & PoliticsRachel Gilson: Born Again This WayWhat is it like to be a Christian who experiences same-sex attraction? Find out this week on Truth Over Tribe when Patrick sits down to talk with Rachel Gilson. Author of "Born This Way: Coming Out, Coming to Faith, and What Comes Next," Rachel gets personal with us about how she first realized she was sexually attracted to other women, how she became a Christian, and how she has struggled to reconcile those two realities. As we learn more about her, the conversation then opens up to gay identities and relationships in the Bible and the many layers of...2022-02-1659 min
The Learner's Corner with Caleb MasonEpisode 256: Rachel Gilson On Being a Christian With Same-Sex AttractionIn this episode, Caleb talks with Rachel Gilson about her book, Born Again This Way.Links MentionedRachel GilsonBorn Again This Way by Rachel Gilson2021-11-3044 min
eX-skepticIvy league Atheist Finds Christ – Rachel Gilson’s StoryFormer skeptic Rachel embraced atheism until her intellectual curiosity regarding God’s existence led her to Jesus.
Learn more about Rachel and her book at www.rachelgilson.com
Recommended Resources:
Mere Christianity by C.S. Lewis
Confronting Christianity by Rebecca McLaughlin
Reason for God by Tim Keller
Episode Transcript
Welcome to the Side B Podcast, Rachel. It’s so great to have you with me today.
It’s my pleasure to be here. Thanks.
Wonderful. As we’re getting started, why don’t you tell me, and tell...2021-10-1500 min
Hole in My Heart PodcastEpisode 114 Take Two: Seeing Friends As Siblings with Rachel GilsonSometimes, we need the cold water bucket of siblinghood thrown over our heads and our questions.
What happens when we feel attraction toward our friends?
What if we become enmeshed with other people?
How do we guard against turning inward rather than outward, and encourage one another to continue on mission with Jesus?
Rachel Gilson shares her story and the beauty of being family in Christ in really helpful ways. We’re thrilled to revisit this conversation with her.
Listen in with us.
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“We kind of intuitively sense that a sib...2021-08-2140 min
Hole in My Heart PodcastEpisode 93 Take Two: Broken + Beloved Pastors with Brad KlaverAfter witnessing three excommunications of leaders in the church, Brad Klaver vowed that he would never share his same-sex attractions with anyone.
The Holy Spirit had other plans.
After over a decade of pastoring and marriage, God brought Brad face to face with himself—and it changed his life forever.
Will you join us as we listen again to this beautiful story of gospel transformation?
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“I remember exactly where I was watching [the excommunications] unfold. In me there was this internal wrestle of fear of: ‘I don’t know where this came from. I don’t know why I have...2021-08-131h 05
Living Out PodcastMeet the Authors #13 - Rachel GilsonOn this show we're interviewing Rachel Gilson, a leader at Cru and PhD at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. She came to faith from an intellectual, non-Christian, lesbian background and is now married to a man.We talk about her story, why she's convinced that the Bible's teaching isn't arbitary when it comes to who we can sleep with, and the fact that we can follow God's rules because we can trust God's good character. We also talk about the purpose of marriage, what it's like to be in a 'mixed-orientation' marriage, and its opportunity to reveal the...2021-07-0132 min
The Deep Thoughts Podcast with Matt ShantzEpisode 46. Born Again This Way (with Rachel Gilson)Rachel Gilson is a writer, speaker, and campus minister. Her book, Born Again This Way, is described as offering no glib before-and-after narrative, but is a practical guide for sinners—same-sex attracted and otherwise—who dare to believe that Jesus is the best lover. Rachel’s book (and this interview) get into her story of coming out, coming to faith, and what comes next.
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Rachel Gilson currently live in the Boston metro area and works for Cru on the leadership team for theological development and culture. She holds a Master of Divinity from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary and is the author...2021-05-2742 min
TGC Q&ASexuality and Gender Identity: Gen Z's Questions About ChristianityThis episode of TGC Q&A with Rachel Gilson is the second in a five-week series titled, “Gen Z’s Questions About Christianity." Gilson answers four important questions about sexuality and gender identity.She discusses:The negative temptation of sexual desire (0:00)Loving those who identify as LGBT and remaining true to biblical beliefs (3:06)Leading with the the gospel of grace (4:11)Invite, listen, protect, and invest (5:10)Referring to a transgender person by their desired pronoun (6:23)Struggling with sexuality and maintaining faith (9:30)Confession, conviction, and comfort (10:43)God’s spirit, God’s Word, and God’s people (12:26)Explore more from...2021-05-2613 min
The Stetzer ChurchLeaders PodcastRachel Gilson: How Jesus Helps Me Say No to My Same-Sex DesiresGet notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/396723-rachel-gilson-jesus-same-sex-desires.html "You can’t only say no," says Rachel Gilson. "You have to say yes. Yes to Christ the only strength I know.” ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685?mt=2 ► Listen on GooglePlay: https://play.google.com/music/listen?u=0#/ps/Iycvfoqhkk6saen2hsbjw6yuz24 Connect with ChurchLeaders Online! ChurchLeaders brings you the latest headlines and expert tips on faith, ministry and leading the church. Subscribe to our channel for exclusive content. Visit ChurchLeaders Website: https://churchleaders.comFind ChurchLeaders on Facebook: https://facebook.com/churchlead...2021-05-1241 min
The Stetzer ChurchLeaders PodcastRachel Gilson: How Jesus Helps Me Say No to My Same-Sex DesiresGet notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/396723-rachel-gilson-jesus-same-sex-desires.html "You can’t only say no," says Rachel Gilson. "You have to say yes. Yes to Christ the only strength I know.” ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685?mt=2 ► Listen on GooglePlay: https://play.google.com/music/listen?u=0#/ps/Iycvfoqhkk6saen2hsbjw6yuz24 Connect with ChurchLeaders Online! ChurchLeaders brings you the latest headlines and expert tips on faith, ministry and leading the church. Subscribe to our channel for exclus...2021-05-1241 minThe Stetzer ChurchLeaders PodcastRachel Gilson: How Jesus Helps Me Say No to My Same-Sex DesiresGet notes on this podcast here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast/396723-rachel-gilson-jesus-same-sex-desires.html "You can’t only say no," says Rachel Gilson. "You have to say yes. Yes to Christ the only strength I know.” ► Listen on Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-churchleaders-podcast/id988990685?mt=2 ► Listen on GooglePlay: https://play.google.com/music/listen?u=0#/ps/Iycvfoqhkk6saen2hsbjw6yuz24 Connect with ChurchLeaders Online! ChurchLeaders brings you the latest headlines and expert tips on faith, ministry and leading the church. Subscribe to our channel for exclus...2021-05-1241 min
Provoke & Inspire PodcastEpisode 349: Born This Way? Discussing Sexuality and Jesus with Rachel GilsonIn this episode, Ben and the regulars are joined by Rachel Gilson, author of Born Again This Way, for a discussion on how Christianity and the church should lovingly intersect with the LGBTQ community.To learn more about Steiger International visit: www.steiger.orgQuestions, comments or feedback? We'd love to hear what you think!Send them to: provokeandinspire@steiger.orgFollow BenInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nzbenpierceTwitter: https://twitter.com/benalanpierceFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/nzbenpierceFollow DavidInstagram: https://www.instagram...2021-02-1758 min
TCK VOF2.3 TCK and SexualityGreg Coles spent fifteen childhood years as a TCK in Indonesia, on the island of Java. He moved back to the United States for college, where he studied communication, literature, and music, and recently finished a PhD in English. He now works as an author, speaker, and worship leader at his church in central Pennsylvania. His first book, Single, Gay, Christian, tells the story of his own journey through questions of faith and sexual identity. His second book, scheduled to release this coming February, draws heavily from his TCK experience and is called No Longer Strangers: Finding Belonging in...2021-01-2924 min
Youth Ministry Unscripted: The Rooted Youth Ministry PodcastUnderstanding and Caring for Same-Sex Attracted TeenagersLearn more about Becket Cook's ministry at www.BecketCook.com.Learn more about Rachel Gilson's ministry at www.RachelGilson.com.
Follow @therootedministry on Instagram for more updates andSubscribe to Youth Ministry Unscripted wherever you listen to podcasts2021-01-141h 07Think Biblically: Conversations on Faith & CultureBorn Again This Way (with Rachel Gilson)The journey of authentic Christian faith and sexuality is often a rocky and complicated one. Rachel Gilson, in her book, Born Again This Way, tells her story of this journey, with some surprising twists and turns along the way. Join Scott and Sean for this fascinating conversation about faith and sexuality. Rachel Gilson is director of theological development at Cru Northeast. She holds a BA in history from Yale College and is completing her MDiv at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. She blogs at rachelgilson.com. Read a transcript of this episode at: https://www.biola.edu/blo...2020-11-2833 minThink Biblically: Conversations on Faith & CultureBorn Again This Way (with Rachel Gilson)The journey of authentic Christian faith and sexuality is often a rocky and complicated one. Rachel Gilson, in her book, Born Again This Way, tells her story of this journey, with some surprising twists and turns along the way. Join Scott and Sean for this fascinating conversation about faith and sexuality. [Show notes, including a full transcript, are available at www.biola.edu/thinkbiblically]2020-11-2633 min
Ministry Wives PodcastRachel Gilson on Experiencing Same-Sex Attraction2020-09-0100 min
The Happy Hour with Jamie IveyHappy Hour #314: Rachel GilsonMy guest for The Happy Hour #314 is Rachel Gilson. In today’s episode, we talk about Rachel growing up in a non-religious home, finding Christ in the midst of same-sex attraction, and ways that the church can come alongside the LGBTQ+ community. Rachel also tells us about the challenge of trusting God even when we don’t understand, and how this affects our pursuit of self-desires. I love so much how she worded it by saying, “We cannot trust in the most tender places and the riskiest places unless the person asking us is someone who has proven beyond a doub...2020-08-1951 min
The Happy Hour with Jamie IveyHappy Hour #314: Rachel GilsonMy guest for The Happy Hour #314 is Rachel Gilson. In today’s episode, we talk about Rachel growing up in a non-religious home, finding Christ in the midst of same-sex attraction, and ways that the church can come alongside the LGBTQ+ community. Rachel also tells us about the challenge of trusting God even when we don’t understand, and how this affects our pursuit of self-desires. I love so much how she worded it by saying, “We cannot trust in the most tender places and the riskiest places unless the person asking us is someone who has proven beyond a doubt...2020-08-1957 min
5 Leadership Questions Podcast on Church Leadership with Todd Adkins and Dan Iten5LQ Episode 440: Jamie IveyIn this episode of the 5 Leadership Questions podcast, Todd Adkins and Chandler Vannoy are joined by Jamie Ivey, podcaster and author of You Be You. They discuss learning from sources outside of your normal circle and working with contractors as opposed to full-time staff and bringing them into your business culture.
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"I'm learning from someone who is ahead of me in ministry, and I am learning from people online that are teaching me and opening up my mind to things I never thought about much because it didn't affect my life much.""As leaders, when we expand out...2020-07-2337 min
Let Your Mind Travel Through Words With Full AudiobookBorn Again This Way: Coming Out, Coming to Faith, and What Comes Next Audiobook by Rachel GilsonListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 439255
Title: Born Again This Way: Coming Out, Coming to Faith, and What Comes Next
Author: Rachel Gilson
Narrator: Rachel Gilson
Format: Unabridged
Length: 03:58:29
Language: English
Release date: 06-05-20
Publisher: ONE Audiobooks
Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Christianity, Religious Studies
Summary:
Christian Book Award - Finalist 2021!!
A rich portrayal of living faithfully and happily as a Christian with same-sex attraction that paints a compelling picture of discipleship for every believer.
In this powerful and personal book, author Rachel Gilson describes her own unexpected journey of coming out and coming to...2020-06-063h 58
Immerse Yourself In This Game-Changing Full Audiobook — Perfect Before Bedtime.Born Again This Way: Coming Out, Coming to Faith, and What Comes Next by Rachel GilsonPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/439255to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Born Again This Way: Coming Out, Coming to Faith, and What Comes Next
Author: Rachel Gilson
Narrator: Rachel Gilson
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 3 hours 58 minutes
Release date: June 5, 2020
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 5 of Total 4
Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 2
Genres: Christianity
Publisher's Summary:
Christian Book Award - Finalist 2021!! A rich portrayal of living faithfully and happily as a Christian with same-sex attraction that paints a compelling picture of discipleship for every believer. In this powerful and personal book, author Rachel Gilson describes her own unexpected journey of coming out...2020-06-053h 58Access Unmissable Full Audiobooks in Religion & Spirituality, ChristianityBorn Again This Way: Coming Out, Coming to Faith, and What Comes Next by Rachel GilsonPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/439255to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Born Again This Way: Coming Out, Coming to Faith, and What Comes Next
Author: Rachel Gilson
Narrator: Rachel Gilson
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 3 hours 58 minutes
Release date: June 5, 2020
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 5 of Total 4
Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 2
Genres: Christianity
Publisher's Summary:
Christian Book Award - Finalist 2021!! A rich portrayal of living faithfully and happily as a Christian with same-sex attraction that paints a compelling picture of discipleship for every believer. In this powerful and personal book, author Rachel Gilson describes her own unexpected journey of coming out...2020-06-053h 58
Undeceptions with John Dickson24. LGBTI ChristianRachel Gilson says she grew up knowing two things instinctively: she was romantically attracted to women and Christians were NOT ok with that. Smart, sophisticated, with a love for big ideas not small minds … Rachel Gilson sounds like she’s the poster girl for that common critique of Christianity - that it’s unhelpful and unhealthy for those with lesbian, gay, or bisexual orientations. But that is not her story.Rachel discovered that it was possible to walk a round that led between her same-sex attraction and a love of God. Her conclusions, including her life ch...2020-05-3152 min
Heidi Harris ShowHeidi Harris Show Podcast #202: Rachel Gilson, “Born (again) this way”I came across a very important book by a woman who has been involved with women in her younger years, became a Christian, and eventually married a man. The book is called “Born (again) This Way”, by Rachel Gilson.
Her story is not quite as neat as that description sounds. Same sex attraction is treated by some churches as the worst possible sin. Is it? What about gossip? Most churches ignore that one, and frankly gossip destroys more relationships than anything else I have seen. The concepts Rachel talks about in her book go far beyond gay or s...2020-05-0600 min
The Speak Life PodcastBorn Again This Way || An Interview with Rachel Gilson || SLP302Send us a textRachel Gilson began at Yale University identifying as Gay and an Atheist. Then she read a stolen book and her life was changed forever. Rachel has written the new book Born Again This Way, published by the Good Book Company. Here Glen Scrivener talks to her about evangelism, sex, marriage, family and more.Support the show2020-05-0457 min
GospelboundAre You Willing to Obey Before You Understand?Whether Rachel Gilson is a hero or villain depends on your perspective. Her remarkable story doesn’t leave much room in between.“When pursuing your desire for same-gender sex and romance would publicly mark you as a hero—brave and strong—denying it makes you a villain.”So Gilson writes in a new book, Born Again This Way: Coming Out, Coming to Faith, and What Comes Next, published by The Good Book Company. Gilson serves on the leadership team of theological development and culture with Cru and lives in the Boston area.Her book takes...2020-04-2143 min
Apologetics SimplifiedGay and Christian: Russell Almand's Story, Part 2In this episode Leah and Andrew interview seminary student Russell Almand about his journey of growing up in the church and realizing he was gay. In part 2 Russell talks about several biblical passages around homosexuality and dove into Romans 1:26-27. Russell emphasizes that biblical passages on homosexuality should be the beginning of conversations with others rather than the end. Next he gives his advice to the church and other gay Christians as they seek to love the gay community well while maintaining a traditional biblical understanding of marriage. Russell gives clarity, theological depth, and compassion in his explanations and...2020-04-0437 min
APLC Change Maker Conversations in EducationConversation with Rachel French - Co-author of Concept-Based Inquiry in ActionInitially recorded with SAPDC's "Hit Pause with SAPDC" in January of 2020 - Rachel French, MA Ed, is an internationally recognized presenter, consultant, and Author. She was certified by Dr. Lynn Erickson and Dr. Lois Lanning as a Concept-Based consultant, presenter, and trainer.Rachel co-authored her first book with Dr. Erickson and Dr. Lanning, the second edition of 'Concept-Based Curriculum and Instruction for the Thinking Classroom,' published by Corwin, February 2017. Rachel's second book and video series co-authored with Carla Marschall became a best seller in the first year of publication, 'Concept-Based Inquiry in Action...2020-03-3050 min
The Good Book Company PodcastSame Sex Attracted. Biblically Faithful. (Sam Allberry, Rachel Gilson & Rebecca McLaughlin)On this episode of the podcast we have a conversation between three friends who have all wrestled with same-sex attraction and yet pursue biblically faithful lives. Sam Allberry and Rachel Gilson are interviewed by Rebecca McLaughlin about their new books on the Christian view of sexual ethics and whether it really can be good news for the world. 2020-03-2045 min
The Tim DeMoss Show PodcastAuthor Rachel Gilson and Actor John Rhys-DaviesHappy St. Patrick's Day! On today's show, Tim welcomes author Rachel Gilson and actor John Rhys-Davies. In the first half of the show, author Rachel Gilson joins the program to discuss her newly released book, Born Again This Way: Coming Out, Coming to Faith, and What Comes Next. Rachel discusses her personal journey with her sexuality and the Lord, as well as the questions and identity crises she's faced. Later in the show, Tim welcomes actor John Rhys-Davies to the program to discuss his upcoming film, I Am Patrick: The Patron Saint of Ireland...2020-03-1747 min
On the RoadOn the Road with Rachel GilsonHow does faith shape the way we live in our culture, communities, and the public square? It's the question we tackle each week On The Road, and – along the way – discover stories of courage, inspiration and hope!2020-03-1326 min
The Good Book Company PodcastRachel Gilson: A surprising story of coming out and coming to faithRachel Gilson is same-sex attracted and grew up in a spiritually apathetic family. But a chance encounter with a copy of CS Lewis' Mere Christianity during college (which she stole) put her on a path toward meeting Jesus and finding belief in the God of the bible to be intellectually coherent. In this episode we hear about Rachel's journey of coming out and coming to faith, from being someone who picked on the Christian kid at school to a full-time evangelist and speaker. 2020-03-1243 min
Hole in My Heart PodcastEpisode 114: Seeing Friends as Siblings with Rachel GilsonYes, yes, yes, we know: We live in a sex-saturated world. Move on, right?
Maybe. But is there something we can do about it? Do we simply have to endure the brokenness around us and within us, or can we take some Christ-following steps in the right direction?
Our dear friend and newly minted author, Rachel Gilson, thinks we can. Her critical new book, Born Again This Way, not only tells the story of how she came to Christ at Yale through a stolen copy of Mere Christianity, but she unpacks how someone who experiences same...2020-02-2745 min
Theology in the RawBorn Again This Way: Rachel GilsonRachel has a fascinating story and a witty pen. She's the director of theological development for the northeast for CRU and is the author of the forthcoming book "Born Again This Way." She's attracted to women, married to a man, and a loves studying and writing about Jesus, the Bible, and Christianity. We talked a lot about her interesting journey to faith and how she's wrestled with her faith and her sexuality.Rachel Gilson serves on the national theological team for Cru. She regularly speaks to churches and students nationally and internationally, especially on the topic of...2020-02-2400 min
Theology in the Raw780: Born Again This Way: Rachel GilsonRachel has a fascinating story and a witty pen. She's the director of theological development for the northeast for CRU and is the author of the forthcoming book "Born Again This Way." She's attracted to women, married to a man, and a loves studying and writing about Jesus, the Bible, and Christianity. We talked a lot about her interesting journey to faith and how she's wrestled with her faith and her sexuality.
Rachel Gilson serves on the national theological team for Cru. She regularly speaks to churches and students nationally and internationally, especially on the topic of...2020-02-241h 03
Hit Pause with SAPDCA Conversation with Rachel French, co-author of Concept-Based Inquiry in ActionRachel French shares some of her thoughts and experience supporting teachers with strategies that promote transferable understanding for students in a Concept-Based Inquiry model. Rachel recorded the visit following the first of a two-day training session with educators in Southern Alberta. Enjoy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2020-01-2949 min
Foundational Podcast3 Powerful Ways a Christian Can Live a Holy Life On June 2015, I wrote a blog entitled, Does God Ever Say "Maybe" to Homosexuality Among Christians? I was expressing concern over the softening position of major Evangelical leaders regarding same-sex marriages. It seems since then to have become a widening horizon. Any position that would emphasize holiness and purity of life is likely met with harsh judgment, accusations of being unloving, and one with a diminished capacity for grace. There will be theologians and spiritual leaders rise to dogmatically defend the oft-used statement, “We are not perfect, just forgiven.” They...2019-09-1837 min
Jubilee STLLGBTQ+ - You Asked For It - Rachel Gilson & Bryan Mowrey - (08/26/2018)LGBTQ+ - You Asked For It - Rachel Gilson & Bryan Mowrey - (08/26/2018) by Jubilee Church2018-08-2747 min
Hole in My Heart PodcastEpisode 40: The Thing About Temptation with Rachel GilsonFriends: This is a story you 're not going to want to miss. Our guest, Rachel Gilson, wrote an article for Christianity today that was both award-winning and one of the most-read articles of 2017. When you hear her share her story of the gospel's good news for her here, you'll understand why.
The story includes girlfriends, binge drinking, and a stolen copy of Mere Christianity. Rachel also shares about the gospel's right-now good newsiness in her walk with ongoing temptation.
Because we are the HIMH podcast, we naturally discuss the past-tense version of the word, "ch...2018-06-0854 min
listener8. God's Making Me Whole, not StraightRachel Gilson's Christianity Today article "I Never Became Straight. Perhaps That Was Never God's Goal" won second in its category for the Evangelical Press Association Awards. We discuss the article, her journey and much more in this episode. A Yale graduate and MDiv student at Gordon-Conwell, Rachel ministers to students at Boston University and also works with Cru's National Theological Development Team.2018-05-1550 min
Know Grow ShowJOY (Living Without Flip Flops) - Philippians 3.17-4.1Growgroup questions
Know
Why do you think the death of the Tragically Hip’s Gord Downie affected Canada so strongly? Do you have a favourite Tragically Hip song or memory?
Grow
3:20 How should the promise of Jesus’ return affect the way you live your life?
3:20 In what ways is Cornerstone a little colony of the Kingdom of heaven?
3:14 talks about pressing on. 4:1 talks about standing firm. What is similar or different about these two phrases?
3:17 In 1 Timothy 1:15 Paul says he is the worst of sinners. But in Phil 3:17 he says join in imitating me, and in 1 Cori...2017-10-2438 min