Space at the Table: Conversations Between An Evangelical Theologian and His Gay Son
Written by Brad Harper and Drew Harper
Narrated by Brad Harper and Drew Harper
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About this audiobook
Love does not begin with condemnation
Can an evangelical theologian and his gay son overcome the differences in belief that threaten to destroy their relationship? For Brad and Drew Harper, that question wasn't theoretical-and neither was the resounding "yes" they found after years of struggle. Writing to each other with compassion, grit, and humor, Brad and Drew take us on their journey as parent and child -from the churches of Middle America to the penthouses of New York's party scenes, from a pastor's-kid childhood and painful conversion therapy to the hard-won victories of their adult relationship.
But Space at the Table is more than just a memoir. It is a guide, showing us a way through the roadblocks that threaten to devastate both families and the broader evangelical and LBGTQ communities. Speaking from their own experience, Brad and Drew offer an invitation to join them in a place where love is stronger than the beliefs that divide us.
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Reviews for Space at the Table
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- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Thank you for being so open, honest and vulnerable. This helps me so much with my oldest.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Each speaks their own part drawing the listener to the table. Each boldly share with mutual respect and an abundance of love. There is MUCH to be gained if you are not familiar with those born with same sex attractions. However the greater benefit is from how to love those you disagree with on fundamental issues.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5I have a lot of people in my life who are gay or bi, and I was really seeking to know just how to understand them IN Christ’s love, and not against. This book was a really good read, that was both honest and deep. It’s good for parents, friends, clergy, teachers, and anyone who desires to do the right thing and love unconditionally instead of condemn. There is a lot of hurt in this world, and so much of it is at our own hands and NOT even from the Bible! I’m glad to have found Space at the Table.