Truth and Grace: A Biblical and Wesleyan-Holiness Response to Questions of Sexuality and Identity
Paperback
Christian LivingGeneral Christianity
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Jun 20 2026
Pages: 348
Weight: 1.03
Height: 0.72 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
In a culture marked by confusion, division, and deeply personal questions, followers of Jesus are called to embody both truth and grace. Yet many believers, pastors, parents, and church leaders struggle to know how to speak with conviction without becoming harsh-and how to show love without compromising biblical truth.
Written from the perspective of the Church of the Nazarene and applicable to Christians across denominational lines, this book seeks not to win arguments, but to point people to Jesus Christ, who came full of grace and truth.
Inside, you'll discover:
A biblical foundation for understanding sexuality and identity
The Wesleyan-Holiness perspective on holiness, grace, and discipleship
Insights from the sermons and writings of John Wesley
Guidance for pastors, parents, grandparents, and church leaders
Practical wisdom for loving family members and friends with compassion and integrity
Answers to common questions and objections
Resources for churches seeking to minister with both conviction and kindness
Hope for believers seeking to navigate difficult conversations faithfully
Throughout these pages, readers will be reminded that holiness and love belong together, truth and grace are not enemies, and no one is beyond the reach of God's redeeming grace.
Rooted in the mission of making Christlike disciples, Truth and Grace calls the Church to stand firmly upon the Word of God, pursue holy love, and reflect the character of Jesus Christ in a world desperately in need of both.
Whether you are a pastor, Sunday school teacher, parent, grandparent, ministry leader, or simply a believer searching for biblical answers, this book will encourage you to engage difficult questions with courage, compassion, and hope.
Because the Savior we follow is still full of grace and truth.
Stand firmly. Love generously. Follow Jesus.
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