Holy Love: A Biblical Theology for Human Sexuality

by Steve Harper

Overview

Do conservatives or progressives “own” the teachings about what the Bible says about human sexuality and marriage? For some—perhaps a vocal minority—the question is no longer up for debate or discussion: conservatives win. For others, the issues are not that simple. A fresh, rigorous, but yet concise, theological examination of the Bible’s teachings is required. There are other ways to interpret scripture faithfully with respect to sexuality other than the conservative interpretation.

In Holy Love, Steve Harper strives to articulate the truth about the teachings of the Bible and Wesleyan tradition on human sexuality. This very accessible book is intended for church leaders, small groups, and those interested in understanding the Bible’s teaching on this fundamental component of human life, experience and relationships. The book will help church leaders and small groups make the constructive case that biblical, Christian teaching is compatible with faithful, covenantal love and intimacy amidst all sexual orientations.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781501896095
Publisher:	Abingdon Press
Publication date:	04/24/2019
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Sales rank:	565,959
File size:	736 KB

About the Author

Steve Harper is an acclaimed author, speaker, professor, and retired elder in the Florida Annual Conference of the United Methodist church. He taught in the disciplines of spiritual formation and Wesley studies for more than 30 years as a seminary professor. He has published many books with Abingdon Press, including Five Marks of a Methodist and Life in Christ. He is a frequent speaker at churches, conferences, retreats, and other events.

Table of Contents

Prologue: And So It Began vii

Chapter 1 The Journey 1

Chapter 2 The Hermeneutic 11

Chapter 3 The Passages 35

Chapter 4 The Life 49

Epilogue: And So It Continues 57

Appendix A You Are Loved 59

Appendix B A Word to Nonaffirming Christians 61

For Further Reading 63

Notes 67