Posted on 10/26/2005 10:02:42 AM PDT by scripter
A new, national daily radio show focused entirely on the most radioactive issue confronting Americans – homosexuality – will launch Monday, and it will be hosted by a prominent former homosexual – and his wife.
Stephen and Irene Bennett, founders of Stephen Bennett Ministries, will co-host the 30-minute program, "Straight Talk Radio," scheduled to debut in eight states Oct. 31.
"'Straight Talk Radio' will feature the most outspoken guests, tackle tough issues and host very lively debates, while injecting a blend of adrenaline, compassion and a bit of humor," said Bennett, a former homosexual who abandoned his 11-year promiscuous "gay" lifestyle after becoming a Christian in 1992.
Today, married 12 years with two children, the Bennetts travel and speak worldwide, educating people on homosexuality and dispelling what they call the "myths and misinformation promoted by homosexual activists and organizations."
While the Bennetts' primarily minister full-time as evangelists to the homosexual community and provide support for their families, the couple firmly believes they have a dual calling. The couple also publicly and forthrightly deal with the issues of homosexuality, the homosexual agenda and its effects on America's culture and children.
"We have two little kids who are growing up in a very different world than we did as children. I bring to the table the undeniable truth that I was not born homosexual, and that homosexual men and women can completely change," said Bennett.
Referring to condemnation from "gay rights" activists toward people like Stephen who have changed their sexual orientation, Irene Bennett comments: "For the last 13 years my husband has been repeatedly told he does not exist. As my loving husband and the wonderful father of our two children, I tell you Stephen does exist – and I am proud and humbled to be his wife. Stephen is a living testimony to the life-changing power of Jesus Christ."
"Straight Talk Radio" will debut on one of the nation's largest 50,000-watt Christian AM stations in America, KLTT 670 AM in Denver, part of the Crawford Broadcasting Network. Radio stations interested in carrying the program can call "Straight Talk Radio" at (203) 926-6960.
"Straight Talk Radio" will also stream daily on demand at StraightTalkRadio.org.
here = hear. LOL!
I'm not pretending. You are talking about something inappropriate for this thread, so please keep your comments to the religion section.
Yes, it's a ministry, and their primary mission is homosexuality and not to debate theological differences. Apparently that's something you have to come to term with.
I bet they are counting on it as a priceless source of publicity to launch their radio show.
My wife says the same thing. For what it's worth, I believe both Bennett and his wife are former homosexuals.
Here's the interview where she says she wasn't "born gay"
Comets' Swoopes opens up about being gay
I should have realized the Houston Cronicle would go out of their way to edit anything that would derail the gaystoppo.
Excerpt:
"Do I think I was born this way? No," Swoopes said. "And that's probably confusing to some, because I know a lot of people believe that you are."
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I think it is great that someone wants to help homosexuals leave the lifestyle. I also think it is great that someone wants to share the gospel with them. I don't think it is great to scam them into feeling "okay with God" when you aren't giving them the true gospel. You might as well give them their 12-step program and emphasize a higher power like alcoholics anonymous. I would feel better about that because the AA people don't pretend to be offering salvation and eternal life with their freedom from alcohol abuse counseling.
This might work as therapy (a good thing on a temporal level), but it also may secure their place in hell better than if they stayed with the sin. At least then they won't have a false assurance of eternal life. It isn't love to mislead a person with false eternal assurances.
Thanks for the clarification! I was shaking my head trying to figure out how the main article fit with Funny you should post this... I was just about to read your post again.
BUMP!!
The truth sets people free.
Precisely why your discussion should remain in the religion section where it's appropriate to discuss theological issues.
That's exactly what this article is about - people are not born gay. Here's an article that summarizes how it might happen:
How Might Homosexuality Develop? Putting the Pieces Together
I can just visualize the reaction of the Gay Pride, etc. upon hearing this. Good for Stephen Bennett! More power to him.
WOW, what a tagline.
Excellent. And the insane sodomy-philes will insure high ratings.
Why thank you. I'm going through a list of C.S. Lewis quotes and finding a few gems in there.
We have some ex-gay freepers who have stated as much. And there are others here who were molested at a young age but never entered the homosexual lifestyle.
This ministry Bennett is starting is a wonderful thing. I hope he reaches many...
Great post!
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