Published on January 9, 2024, 2:29 am

Preston Sprinkle, a prominent figure in the “gay Christian” movement known as Revoice, has been key to modifying the Evangelical church’s stance towards homosexuality and other sexual diversities. Backed by relationships with mainstream Evangelical leaders like James Merritt, Matt Chandler, and Beth Moore, his influence has considerably grown in the realm of Church doctrine that was once staunchly against these practices.

Critics argue that Sprinkle’s ministry often propagates unorthodox teachings on sexuality. For example, his ministry supports the idea that homosexual individuals can fulfill their desires in nonsexual ways through same-sex covenant relationships without involving intercourse. These pseudo-marital arrangements are among numerous controversial prohibitions addressed by Sprinkle.

Sprinkle’s unique interpretations extend to unexpected areas too; one such belief is approving transgender identities as long as they refrain from having relations with someone of their birth sex. Perceived as odd and unconventional stances by many believers, these beliefs form an intrinsic part of the current paradigm upheld by Preston Sprinkle, Revoice, and their associates.

In an upcoming webinar this January titled “Christian Sexuality”, Preston makes a case for more homosexuals and transgenders in church leadership roles. This viewpoint could potentially spark controversy and debates within the community as it challenges traditional thought patterns. Critics have raised concerns over what this could mean if applied to other contexts– would it be sensible to include individuals who struggle with various other sins or flaws in church leadership? For instance, should churches follow suit and involve drunkards more?

Art Pereira will be speaking at this forward-thinking webinar advocating for increased homosexual and queer presence within the Church’s leading circles. Pereira is known for maintaining a marriage-like relationship with another man while claiming celibacy- a scenario he shared during a past Revoice conference.

Doubts over Preston’s alignment with traditional Christian orthodoxy continue to surge within the community based on recent events highlighting unorthodox stances. For individuals keen to gain more understanding of the type of “LGBTQ/SSA Christian Leaders” Preston Sprinkle is vouching for, a video dipicts a person revealing his homosexuality along with his profound love for Jesus.

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