April 3, 2015

Your Questions Answered: Matthew Vines On Being Gay, Christianity, And Acceptance

By Erica R. Hendry

Matthew Vines, Diane and Monte Vines after the April 2 show.

Matthew Vines, Diane and Monte Vines after the April 2 show.

When Matthew Vines first came out as gay, his father had trouble accepting it; his church ultimately couldn’t come to terms with it, either. Today, the duo is touring the country to talk to people and churches about why they should accept same-sex relationships.

It’s a mission that, of course, is easier said than done. Vines and his father sat down for an hour after our April 2 show to answer some questions from listeners on Facebook. You can read the full Q+A , but here are some of the highlights:

On Being Christian:

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On Scripture:

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On Finding An Accepting Church:

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On Monte’s Decision To Accept Same-Sex Relationships

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On Helping Someone Trying To Come Out:

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On Continuing To Be A Christian:

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On Religious Freedom Laws:

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Listen again: Matthew Vines: “God And The Gay Christian.”