Sunday AM Class

Teacher

Lesson Summary

The class featured a guest presentation by Guy Hammond, who recounted his personal history of same‑sex attraction, early trauma, and a period of living a gay lifestyle before embracing Christianity. He described his baptism in 1987 and his ongoing struggle with attraction, emphasizing that while he has ceased homosexual behavior, his attraction has not changed. Guy argued that Scripture condemns homosexual acts but does not dictate a heterosexual orientation, and that believers are called to live holy lives regardless of their internal desires. The teaching highlighted the church’s responsibility to engage honestly with LGBTQ issues, encouraging compassionate dialogue and outreach. Guy urged the congregation to share the gospel with LGBTQ individuals, affirming that Jesus died for them and that the church must not shy away from the conversation. The class concluded with a call to focus on holiness, love, and biblical fidelity while supporting those who wrestle with unwanted attractions, reinforcing Linder Road Church’s commitment to both truth and grace.