This document has been meticulously curated to empower every leader within your faith community. It offers a wealth of wisdom, insights, and practical guidance, aiming to help you love and guide those entrusted to your care, all while standing firmly upon the unshakable foundations of truth.

In a world that seems increasingly complex and perplexing, we find ourselves navigating through a rapidly evolving societal landscape. These times can indeed be described as confusing, marked by a profound shift in what was once considered absolute truth and an alarming rise of immorality within our societies. These shifts have left an indelible mark on the world we live in and have significantly impacted the very people we are called to reach and guide.

Amidst this cultural tumult, we, as compassionate leaders and caretakers, are faced with a delicate balance: to extend unconditional love to all, while steadfastly upholding unwavering principles of truth. The path of embodying these two essential principles—love and truth—can be a challenging journey, requiring us to grapple with their application in the complexities of human existence.

In our nation and beyond, we are witnessing a noticeable surge in gender dysphoria and an expanding lexicon of over 64 different pronouns, reflecting a genuine struggle for identity and belonging. As shepherds of our communities, we must equip ourselves to extend love and understanding to those grappling with these intricate questions of identity, all the while upholding the timeless truths that guide our faith and teachings.

The Bible on Gender position paper: https://mannahouseresource.com/resource/the-bible-on-gender