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Beartown: A Novel (Beartown Series)

Ben Barry
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I placed the word gay under the lordship of Christ; it is no longer a competitive identity to “in Christ” but a beautiful reminder of my submission to his lordship over my whole life, including my sexuality.
David Bennett • A War of Loves: The Unexpected Story of a Gay Activist Discovering Jesus
(Mike Wilkerson’s book Redemption and Justin and Lindsey Holcomb’s book Rid of My Disgrace are excellent.)
Mark Driscoll • Real Marriage: The Truth About Sex, Friendship, and Life Together

“You’re a transsexual,” Barry said. “I know exactly what you are.” Reese had never heard the word before—he hadn’t even known that there was a word to describe him.
Brit Bennett • The Vanishing Half: Shortlisted for the Women's Prize 2021
A Life of Unlearning: a preacher's struggle with his homosexuality, church and faith
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