From the 2022 Spring Banquet. Used with permission.
A Living Waters Update
Dear Friends and Family, In John 4, Jesus interacts with a Samaritan woman and reveals Himself as the long-awaited Messiah. Jesus draws the woman into conversation by telling her about the “living water” He offers. “Everyone who drinks this water will be thirsty again, but whoever drinks the water I…
A Joshua Fellowship Update
Dear Friends and Family, Do we really want what we say we want? The story of Joshua in the Old Testament seems to ask this question. He is introduced, alongside Caleb, as one who encouraged Israel to go and take the promised land—despite what looked like insurmountable danger. Yet, that…
CalebSpirit Update: A Letter From Dan
Dear Friends, Happy Spring! This month we have a letter from Dan about another of our support groups, CalebSpirit. But my servant Caleb, because he has a different spirit and has followed me fully, I will bring into the land into which he went… Numbers 14:24 (ESV). At Outpost, one…
And Now a Word From Some of Our Volunteers!
Editor’s Note: In this issue, you’ll be hearing from one volunteer leader and two summer interns. We hope their stories encourage you and give you a little insight into the hearts of some of our volunteers here at Outpost. From David G. I came to Outpost knowing I needed help…
From The Director
Sometimes the Bible can be pretty quirky. That might sound weird coming from a pastor, but before you grab the torches and pitchforks, hear me out. There’s a very short story in 2 Kings 6:1-7. The prophet Elijah is with a couple men doing some log-cutting. One of the guys…
Voices: Real Connection, Real Freedom
In a word, I have found in twenty-three years of ministry, that people find lasting freedom from same-sex attraction (SSA) through connection. I believe anyone can find consistent power to overcome SSA if they can attain and maintain meaningful connection: 1) to God through His Son, Jesus; 2) to a…
Voices Q & A: Leaving and Grieving
Q: What does the mourning process of leaving a gay lifestyle/identity look like? How can the Body of Christ help someone going through this process? A: The process looks different for everyone because we all have our own stories. I personally had to mourn the loss of my friends and…
Voices Q & A: Husbands and Wives
Q: If a husband struggles with same-sex attractions, why should he stay with his wife? Wouldn’t they both be better off going their separate ways? A: Diane and I were committed to our marriage. We loved each other. The gay community was about youth and good looks. Diane loves me unconditionally!…
Voices: From Idolatry to True Worship, A Testimony
Living Waters has been the most beneficial course I have ever experienced regarding sexual sin issues and their root causes. I have been more able to walk with less shame and more transparency. I now see my need is not so much to flee sexual sin as it is to turn…
