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Greetings and welcome to the Daily Article Podcast. Today is Friday, September the 22nd,

2023. I'm Chris Elkins with the Denison Forum, narrating today's article written by Dr. Ryan

Denison.

As Andy Stanley's church and public profile have grown, the pastor has become an increasingly controversial figure in Christian life. His attempts to make the gospel attractive to the

lost appear to come from a genuine desire to help people know the Lord, but too often he crosses

boundaries that end up drawing people to a God

that stands in contrast to the God of Scripture. As such, perhaps it should not come as a surprise

that he and his church are in the news once again in the buildup to the Unconditional Conference

that they will host next week. The unconditional conference is an event, quote,

for parents of LGBTQ plus children and for ministry leaders looking to discover ways to support

parents and LGBTQ plus children in their churches. They promised that those who attend, quote,

will be equipped, refreshed, and inspired as you hear

from leading communicators on topics that speak to your heart, soul, and mind, adding that,

no matter what theological stance you hold, we invite you to listen, reflect, and learn as we

approach this topic from the quieter middle space."

End quote.

How they define that middle space has been the primary point of contention for many.

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