4 Steps Every Christian Can Take When Interacting with the LGBTQ+ Community | Be The 25

Send In Your Question for the Podcast✨ Episode OverviewWhat do you do when someone you know—maybe a friend, classmate, or even a family member—says, “I’m gay” or “I’m trans”? 🤔 What do you do if you're invited to a gay wedding?Do you avoid the topic? Argue? Just accept everything? Or is there another way?In this episode of Be the 25, we’re talking honestly, carefully, and most importantly—biblically—about how Christians can navigate these situations with both truth and love. ❤️✝️🪜 4 Steps Every Christian Can Take1. Know What the Biblical Worldview Is 📖Understand what God’s Word says about gender, marriage, and sexuality. Opinions and culture shift, but God’s Word never changes.2. Treat Each Person as Made in the Image of God 🌍Every person has value, worth, and dignity. No matter their identity, they are still created in God’s image and should be treated with respect, kindness, and compassion.3. Point Them to the Truth 🔦God placed you in their life for a reason. Share His truth with gentleness and respect, showing them the hope you’ve found in Jesus.4. Don’t Compromise the Truth 🛑Real love doesn’t avoid the hard conversations or water down God’s Word. Stay faithful to Scripture—even when it’s uncomfortable.📖 Scriptures Mentioned in This EpisodeGenesis 1:27Matthew 19:4–5Romans 1:26–271 Corinthians 6:9–11Romans 3:23Deuteronomy 22:5Romans 10:141 Peter 3:15Ephesians 4:25Matthew 11:19Matthew 10:37Galatians 1:10💬 TakeawayThese four steps help us live out truth without hate and love people without compromise. By knowing what the Bible says, showing respect, pointing people to Jesus, and staying firm in God’s truth, we can make a real impact for Christ in the world around us.Thanks for stopping by!75% of Christian teens and young adults in local church youth groups walk away from the church – and many from Christ – after graduating high school. This is a call to Be the 25 who don't.We're here to tackle your tough questions, share relatable guest interviews, and offer practical advice and strategies so you can gain the confidence and courage you need to Be the 25. Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss any episodes, bonus episodes and giveaways... and invite your friends. Need help? For additional resources, go to BeThe25.com.Experiencing doubt or have questions? Email [email protected] and your doubt or question may be selected for the show. For speaking engagements contact: [email protected] Dr. Sharon O'Hara on:BeThe25.comInstagram @drsharonoharaTwitter @drsharonoharaYouTube @BeThe25Thanks for listening! Be The 25!-Dr. Sharon