This book presents an understanding of male homosexuality in the context of the gospel of Jesus Christ. It is written to the family, friends, and priesthood leaders of Latter-day Saint (Mormon) men who want to resolve their homosexual attractions.

This book urges love and sensitivity toward those who struggle with difficult homosexual problems. It is written as a companion to Resolving Homosexual Problems: A Guide for LDS Men, which gives suggestions to men on resolving their problems.

A man’s journey out of homosexuality will be easier if he has the support of his friends and family, and this book can give you ideas on supporting someone you love.

The process described is not one of suppressing homosexual feelings and controlling behavior through willpower. The goal is to resolve the inner conflicts that created the homosexual attractions. Although homosexual behavior can be stopped in the short term by exercising willpower, the unmet emotional and social needs won’t go away until they are fulfilled in nonsexual ways. As men resolve the underlying causes, the unwanted impulses will diminish or disappear.

The book focuses on understanding and resolving the inner conflicts that underlie the homosexual struggle. The homosexual impulse will not disappear until the legitimate emotional needs are met. Meeting these legitimate emotional needs is the key to the healing process.

See also the booklet Understanding Male Homosexual Problems: An Introduction for Latter-day Saints which summarizes the information in this book.

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