The book brings fresh perspectives to old and polarized debates, and it offers a wise and faithful way forward for pastors and other Christian leaders, parents and other family members, not to mention gay men and women themselves. helpful suggestions for pastoral counseling., 'In TORN, Justin Lee blends simplicity, clarity, humility, honesty, and vulnerability in a gracious and eye-opening way. His book offers helpful suggestions for Christians. This is the story of how one Christian man's faith taught him to accept himself, serve others who are in need, and bridge the gap for those who do not always understand. This is not the story of how a gay man has reconciled his sexuality inside his Southern Baptist upbringing. Justin didn't leave the church when he realized he was gay.he has been too determined to show them how much he loves them. Convinced that 'in a culture that sees gays and Christians as enemies, gay Christians are in a unique position to bring peace,' Lee demonstrates that people of faith on both sides of the debate can respect, learn from, and love one another. But more than just a memoir, TORN provides insightful, practical guidance for all committed Christians who wonder how to relate to gay friends or family members-or who struggle with their own sexuality. In this groundbreaking book, Lee recalls the events-his coming out to his parents, his experiences with the 'ex-gay' movement, and his in-depth study of the Bible-that led him, eventually, to self-acceptance. But Lee harbored a secret: He also knew that he was gay. Nicknamed 'God Boy' by his peers, he knew that he was called to a life in the evangelical Christian ministry.

As a teenager and young man, Justin Lee felt deeply torn.

Justin Lee, a gay man and devout Christian, bridges the gaps between his faith and sexuality in this insightful and touching memoir.

Torn rescuing the gospel