In the culture, in the courts, even in casual conversation, it
is increasingly obvious that we have lost sight of over 200 years of social and
legal tradition that has secured our fundamental freedoms – namely, freedom of
speech and religion.
A new concept – that “sexual liberty” trumps religious
freedom – has begun to impact churches, ministries, and individual Christians
across this nation. This concept has led to the passage of sexual orientation, gender identity ordinances (SOGIs). SOGIs
elevate sexual special interests over our cherished fundamental freedoms,
especially religious freedom. These ordinances place terms like “sexual
orientation” or “gender identity” in the same category as race or religion. But
they are not designed for the innocent purpose of ensuring all people receive
basic services. Rather, their practical effect is to legally compel Christians
to accept, endorse, and even promote messages, ideas, and events that violate
their faith.
Those promoting these ordinances use public sympathy –
gained through misleading rhetoric about “discrimination” – to silence
dissenting voices. And no ministry will remain immune if they remain true to
Scripture’s teachings about sexuality and gender.
Alliance Defending Freedom created this manual to help you prepare for the legal intrusions some of your fellow believers and Christian leaders around the country have already faced, and for other threats on the near horizon. Keep reading
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