{"id":102668,"date":"2021-06-02T08:00:10","date_gmt":"2021-06-02T12:00:10","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/kendallharmon.net\/?p=102668"},"modified":"2021-06-02T06:48:35","modified_gmt":"2021-06-02T10:48:35","slug":"greg-koukl-why-pronouns-mattera-lot","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kendallharmon.net\/?p=102668","title":{"rendered":"(StR) Greg Koukl–Why Pronouns Matter\u2026a Lot"},"content":{"rendered":"

John said Jesus was \u201cfull of grace and truth\u201d (Jn. 1:14<\/a>). Christ\u2019s character helps us navigate the gender minefield. We protect people\u2019s feelings (\u201cgrace\u201d)\u2014within reason\u2014but we reject the narrative (\u201ctruth\u201d). Three separate circumstances require three different responses.<\/p>\n

First, I think we should call people by the names they choose for themselves. Names are different from pronouns since names are personal preferences by nature. Pronouns, though, refer to sex\u2014a fixed feature of reality, not a preference. (With your own children, though, you may insist on a name consistent with their biology.)<\/p>\n

Second, if you\u2019re required to post your preferred pronoun, do not simply report your accurate gender. That reinforces the lie that pronouns reflect mere personal preference. Instead, post this: \u201cI don\u2019t have a preferred pronoun. I have a sex. I\u2019m male [for example].\u201d<\/p>\n

This characterization is completely self-reflective. It says nothing about anyone but you. In principle, at least, it should not be a problem. You were asked for a self-assessment. You gave it. End of issue. Refuse to participate in the lie.<\/p>\n

Third, if you\u2019re asked to use preferred pronouns when speaking of others, then graciously, but firmly, refuse. Tell them this is not your view, so it would be dishonest and inauthentic to act like it was. Just say no. Hold your ground.<\/p>\n

Read it all<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Greg gives advice for discerning truth in a world where people have such wildly different understandings of what is happening. Watch now at https:\/\/t.co\/HrwljtXyHV<\/a>. pic.twitter.com\/JzJatzXsMw<\/a><\/p>\n

— Stand to Reason (@STRtweets) June 1, 2021<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n