Why I Became Lesbian (with Hazel Lim and Rev. Tryphena Law) |

In this episode of #GOTDialog, we engage in an in-depth conversation on the complexities of LGBTQIA+ experiences, drawing from the personal stories of Hazel Lim and Rev. Tryphena Law — both former lesbians.

Join us as we explore their personal journeys, from navigating identity and faith to facing societal and familial challenges. Hazel and Rev. Tryphena share about their trajectory that led to their discoveries and experiences, including both the struggles and triumphs, the intersections of their sexual identities and Christian faith, and how they have found purpose and hope amidst adversity. This episode delves into the intricate balance of living authentically while holding onto their beliefs, offering insights that are both thought-provoking and deeply moving.

DISCLAIMER:
The following video contains the sharing and stories of 2 individuals and their personal perspectives i.e. a small sample size and may not reflect all experiences and perspectives. These personal testimonies includes certain details of sexual abuse and childhood trauma. We recognize that these may be difficult or disturbing for some viewers. We encourage viewers to be mindful of their well-being. Viewer discretion is advised. Please reach out for help where necessary.

SOME HELPFUL RESOURCES:
PLUC e-Resources: https://pluc.org.my/e-resources/
Books Curated by PLUC: https://pluc.org.my/books/

[Book] Compassion without Compromise: How the Gospel Frees Us to Love Our Gay Friends Without Losing the Truth:
https://www.amazon.com/Compassion-wit...

[Book] Into the Light: Healing Sexuality in Today's Church:
https://www.amazon.com/Into-Light-Hea...

You can also listen to the audio version on
Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/4Rx7...
Apple:
https://podcasts.apple.com/my/podcast...

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Chapters
00:00 – Introduction
06:10 - What was your childhood like?
23:35 - When did you realize you had same-sex attraction?
31:50 - When did you fully embrace this lifestyle?
34:45 - What led you to change?
44:40 - Why did God allow this to happen?
50:35 - How can someone leave a homosexual lifestyle?
55:15 - How do you cope with your pain today?
59:45 - How do you help someone find their origin story?
1:02:55 - Are you still attracted to the same sex?
1:10:30 - How do we "love the sinner, hate the sin"?
1:16:20 - What have church people said that helped or hurt?