Evangelicals digest Chalke's homosexuality comments

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Responses to Steve Chalke's comments in support of homosexuality have ranged from disappointment and sadness, to strong criticism.

Chalke shocked the evangelical community on Tuesday with an article in Christianity magazine explaining his decision to support same-sex relationships.

The leading evangelical figure explained that he now believes permanent, faithful, stable homosexual relationships are not sinful.

In his article, he also criticised the attitude of the church towards gay people and called for greater inclusion.

“Rather than condemn and exclude, can we dare to create an environment for homosexual people where issues of self-esteem and wellbeing can be talked about; where the virtues of loyalty, respect, interdependence and faithfulness can be nurtured, and where exclusive and permanent same-sex relationships can be supported?” he wrote. Read more

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