Susan Cottrell's Blog, page 5
July 6, 2023
If Paul Could See the Church in America Today, We’d be Getting a Letter!
Let’s imagine for a moment… A letter arriving today from Paul to the non-affirming church: Grace and peace to the Church of America, I, a servant of Christ Jesus, called to be an apostle by the will of God, write to you with a heart burdened by the state of your congregation. Though I am […]
June 30, 2023
The UnChristlike Truth of “Religious Liberties”
The Supreme Court has done it again… revealed their overt bias by sanctioning clear discrimination by a Colorado website designer. Hate, harm, oppression, marginalization, intolerance, all justified in the name of “religious liberties.” Let’s just be be clear from the start here… it’s bullshit, and it is so unlike the Jesus many of them claim […]
June 25, 2023
Pride Month: Christians Just Don’t Get It!
As rainbow flags flutter and colorful parades fill the streets, love is in the air, and it is maddening to see non-affirming Christians misunderstanding the true essence of LGBTQ+ Pride. Many Christians believe it is a celebration of arrogance, failing to grasp the profound message of love, acceptance, and unconditional support. Sadly, these are often […]
June 17, 2023
Embracing Pride 365: A Call for Support & Solidarity
While June is Pride Month, it is critical to celebrate and support those in our community who are LGBTQ+ throughout the year, especially given the escalating attacks on our beloved transgender family and friends. As we witness a rise in discrimination and violence directed towards trans people, it becomes crucial to extend our unwavering support […]
June 1, 2023
Celebrating the Rainbow: Why Pride Month Matters!
In a divisive, often harsh world that tries to mold us, or force us into conformity, Pride month stands as an important symbol of the beauty and diversity that exists within the LGBTQ+ community. I believe it is crucial to recognize the significance of Pride month and the positive impact it has on individuals, families, […]
May 26, 2023
Why Conditional Love is So Deadly to Our Hearts
Love is a fundamental human need. We all crave love and affection, and we seek it out in our relationships with others. However, there are certain teachings about love that can be dangerous to our hearts. Specifically, teachings about conditional love can be harmful and damaging to our emotional and mental wellbeing. Conditional love is […]
May 12, 2023
A Parent’s Crushing Regret About Their LGBTQ+ Child
One of our most popular YouTube videos is called: A Pastor Looks Up in Tears. It is about a non-affirming Pastor who is shocked at what he discovers about God, others and himself when he gets to what the Bible calls Heaven. We connect with Pastors who experience this kind of regret and change – […]
April 27, 2023
Why Christians MUST Oppose Anti-Transgender Legislation
As I write this, my blood is boiling at the sheer ignorance and hatred shown in the recent wave of anti-transgender legislation being proposed and passed in several U.S. states. The blatant discrimination and marginalization of transgender individuals is nothing short of appalling, and it is sickening to see these laws being justified with supposed […]
April 24, 2023
Children ARE Being Groomed… But Not How You Think!
The term “grooming” is associated with the heinous crime of child sexual abuse. It’s a term that should evoke disgust and outrage. But when it’s carelessly misused in debates about transgender bathroom rights and drag queen story times, it becomes a weapon against the LGBTQ+ community. Let’s be clear: the false narrative that links grooming […]
April 20, 2023
Could a Gay & Trans Purge Happen in America?
America. Land of the free—free to be who we know ourselves to be, even if some disagree with us. Home of the brave—brave people who stand up to abuse of the powerless because that’s the right thing to do. Well, not really. There have always been brave people, but this has never really been the […]
