Addressing the Transgender Question with Science and Scripture
J. ALAN BRANCH
Affirming God’s Image: Addressing the Transgender Question with Science and Scripture
Copyright 2019 J. Alan Branch
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Transgenderism and Christian Ethics
The Vocabulary of Transgenderism
Hormonal Treatment of Gender Dysphoria
Transgenderism, Christian Living, and the Ministry of the Local Church
ASPS American Society of Plastic Surgeons
BNST bed nucleus of the stria terminalis
DSD disorder of sexual development
DSM I–V Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders I–V
FtM female to male
GID gender identity disorder
GnRH gonadotrophin-releasing hormone
GRS gender reassignment surgery
INAH 3 interstitial nucleus of the anterior hypothalamus 3
MtF male to female
VTE venous thromboembolism
WPATH World Professional Association for Transgender Health
I am grateful to the many friends and colleagues who have aided in the completion of this work. Chris Cornine has provided many insights regarding counseling and transgenderism that have been quite helpful. Blake Hearson and John Lee provided insightful comments and critiques regarding the central texts in question. Robert Matz offered numerous words of encouragement. Andy Holder and Jan Hudzicki kindly reviewed some chapters and offered helpful observations. Kenette Harder and her tireless staff at Midwestern’s library found every article I needed, most of which are not normally found in a seminary library. Kenette is the model of professionalism and Christian grace. Harry Michael provided a wise sounding ...
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About Affirming God’s Image: Addressing the Transgender Question with Science and ScriptureWhat is a knowledgeable, faithfully biblical response to transgenderism? In Affirming God’s Image, J. Alan Branch takes a fair, respectful, and factual tone in addressing this complex issue through a biblical lens. You’ll learn: • Scientific research around the transgender experience • An Overview of the history of transgenderism • Important terminology surrounding gender issues • Why people pursue gender reassignment surgery, and what happens after • How to navigate conversations around this topic The book ends with two practical chapters for families and churches, giving you guiding principles for how to address this issue in a loving, Christ-honoring way. The first step to responding well to any situation is understanding it. Affirming God’s Image equips you with the biblical, scientific, and practical knowledge you need for a wise response. |
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