War of Loves: The Unexpected Story of a Gay Activist Discovering Jesus
Written by David Bennett
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David had believed he was disqualified from God's love until he encountered that for himself in Jesus Christ. In A War of Loves, he recounts his dramatic story, investigates what the Bible teaches about sexuality, and above all demonstrates the profligate, unqualified grace of God.
David Bennett
David Bennett is from Sydney, Australia and is pursuing a DPhil (PhD) in theology at the University of Oxford. A founding member of the Church of England’s Archbishops’ college of evangelists, he holds undergraduate and postgraduate degrees from Oxford and a master’s degree in theology from the University of St. Andrews, Scotland.
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Readers find this title to be a deeply thoughtful and existentially poignant narrative that gives a clear window into the struggle and ultimate blessing of LGBTQ+ people following Jesus. The book is refreshingly honest, vulnerable, and academically rigorous, with a unique perspective. It challenges readers to speak up in truth and love and encourages empathy for the struggles of the LGBTQI community. The author's compassionate tone and deep convictions make this a powerful and must-read book for every believer.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Very thoughtful, honest, & moving memoir. Appreciated the author's compassionate tone and deep convictions.
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- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Great Book! Details the struggles we all have with any type of sin without compromising the love and Holiness of our Savior. I loved it.
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- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5A well written deeply personal testimony.
Academically rigorous and biblically driven.
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- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5I’ve read/heard a lot of books on this subject - different sides - and I would say this is the BEST one!! I would recommend that absolutely everyone reads this!!! ?♥️
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Wow! Thankyou for sharing your story. This book has challenged the way I see people with different struggles then mine. It has encouraged me too not be afraid to speak up in truth and love. I have been recommending this book to everyone I know as it is so relevant to issues in our world today. I will definitely be rereading this book.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Honest and powerful treatment I to the power of Jesus Christ
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5The first third of the book is very Pentecostal ish. David's takes readers through his journey to saving faith and into the foraging of a deep, theologically sound maturity. As someone who has had little contact with any people who identify as gay this booked grew a needed and real emphathy for their struggle in me .
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Such a powerful personal testimony and perspective that every Christian should read.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5This book was a deeply thoughtful and existentially poignant narrative that gave the clearest window I have had into the struggle and ultimate blessing of LGBTQ+ people following Jesus. I would recommend this book to anyone interested in or struggling with this issue.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Extremely moving and powerful! A careful and persuasive articulation of the Side B position (ie gay celibacy), and a hospitable approach to the LGTBQI community.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5You changed my view, you’ve made me want to be closer to Jesus and how He would want me to live. Thank you
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Absolutely amazingly written. This is a must read for everyone.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Loved his honesty and vulnerability in sharing his story. I also loved how he shared his experience first and his beliefs as they unfolded, but also what he has found in scripture later. Very very very well done!
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5I think this is a must read for every believer.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Amazing book. Refreshing and unique perspective. Would recommend to friends