A Change in Identity: Lost in LGBTQ... Found in Christ.
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- This is the story of Becket Cook. He was a gay man in Hollywood who had quite a successful career. He gave up everything to follow Jesus. It all started with a fateful event in a coffee shop... In this video, we discuss how this happened and how he overcame common objections to what the Bible says about homosexuality. We also discuss Christians going to gay weddings, Progressive Christianity's unbiblical (and unhelpful) stance on this topic, do's and don'ts when someone comes out, and much more. Our goal is to talk about these topics in a loving but firm way in a culture that is hostile to a Biblical perspective on sexuality.
Timestamps:
01:56- Becket's story as a gay atheist who found Christ.
03:35- The turning point and the beginning of change.
43:18- Theological questions: What made Christianity appealing? Why not other religions?
45:29- The Bible is clear about homosexual behavior.
48:01- Thoughts about Matthew Vines and Progressive Christianity.
57:10- Being single... forever?!
01:01:22- Difference between being homosexual and homosexual behavior.
01:04:28- Dos and Don'ts when friends or family comes out to you.
01:09:05- Would you go to a gay wedding?
01:10:45- Becket's advice to those who struggle with same sex attraction. (my favorite part.)
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As a man who has recently left the homosexual lifestyle, Cook has been an inspiration to me. Its possible to have a fulfilling life with Christ alone.
Praise God and welcome to God's family and Kingdom!! Everything on this earth is so temporary and fleeting compared to the glory that awaits those of us who have surrendered our lives to Jesus. May you truly be blessed by our Heavenly Father and may His mercy and love be poured over your life.
Are you Brazilian?
There's nothing wrong with being gay.
God bless you.
@@cashcowcw123 You need to do a lot more research about biblical interpretation, original language, context, etc. You’re wrong.
There is a big difference between being alone and being lonely. Being lonely is feeling like no one cares. I am a widow so I am alone but I am not lonely because I have Christ as my lord and Saviour and friend.
Beautiful nd eloquently put
My dear Dad used to say, "as a Christian, I may be alone but I'm never alone." His saviour took him home in 2005 and he was glad to go!
Yup. If you're a real Christian and not married, any sexual activity whether hetero, homo, or solo, is a sin.
true.
@@stephengrunden4830 Hetero, homo, or solo xDDD what a brilliant description... this is for the people who don't think sex outside of marriage or masturbation is a sin...
I heard a Christian teacher on CZcams who said that someone who still has same sex attraction is not saved; that they would not have that attraction any longer. I was so confused by that. Aren't we all tempted by certain things that others may not be? This was such a great interview. It addresses every question on this subject I have ever had. Love Becket and his show.
That is ludicrous. That is the same as saying an alcoholic who gets accepts Jesus and stops drinking is not saved they ever think about drinking again in their life. Sin is around to tempt us whether we are saved or not. It's our actions and hearts that matter.
@@pineappledeedee1705 ❤ Wanted to respond, but someone else nailed it.
Some people when they are overwhelmed by the Holy spirit do have a complete purging of same-sex desires. When that happens it is great. There are many others who struggle, going back and forth in uncertainty and temptation. God understands that the struggle is real. The key I think is to recognize the temptation and flee from it.
@@tonystorcke I have found that to be true of other sins. Makes sense.
Temptation is not sin. Attractions, both heterosexual and homosexual can both be temptations. We sin only when we dwell on our temptations and decide to commit it. Martin Luther described it like this (I am paraphrasing), "You can't keep birds from flying above your head but you can keep them from building a nest on your head." If we make the decision to always call forth the help of Christ as soon as we are tempted, He will give us victory over temptation (which is not sin). Sin is the transgression of the law. It is true that Christ talks about lusting after people is a sin. That is, to dwell upon our lust and refuse to give it up and proceed the thinking progress. If David closed his eyes and turned away as soon as he saw Bathsheba, would he have sin? I guess not. attractions can become sin if we lust after the person we are attracted to. That is why Paul instructed us to have our minds being captivated under the dominion of Christ.
wow! impressive testimony - I be been a lukewarm Christian for a long time. I praise God for both of your testimonies!! Ready to take up my cross.
Amen I’m right with you Thank you Father for your Mercy and Grace
🙌🏻
Bless you!
Praise God! Praying for you!
I am so amazed of how obedient this man was to the called of Jesus. Thanks for his great testimony. Before Jesus I was a promiscuous, I was always looking for love with the wrong men and I was kind of alcoholic, you know “social alcoholic “. I was doing all those things that society already normalized at that time. I was not homosexual, but sex thrown me in depression. I was kind of successful for an immigrant TV producer, but deep in my heart I was just a failure just until meeting Jesus. He rescued me. I am married with a wonderful man and I have an adorable daughter who is mentally and physically disabled. I know if Jesus didn’t come to my life I could be dead, I don’t think I could survive my daughter’s challenges without God in my heart. God is my strength.
Red words of Bible: Jesus loved all, he never spoke against gays. The word homosexual was added to the Bible in 1946.
@Kat Bos yes homosexual was added to the Bible. The original word was very specific to same-sex sex. But language changes with time, and we have a more acceptable term, i.e. homosexuality. The Bible very specifically talks against same-sex sex. Or, in our language, homosexuality.
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1 Corinthians 6:
7 The very fact that you have lawsuits among you means you have been completely defeated already. Why not rather be wronged? Why not rather be cheated? 8 Instead, you yourselves cheat and do wrong, and you do this to your brothers and sisters. 9 Or do you not know that wrongdoers will not inherit the kingdom of God? Do not be deceived: Neither the sexually immoral nor idolaters nor adulterers nor men who have sex with men 10 nor thieves nor the greedy nor drunkards nor slanderers nor swindlers will inherit the kingdom of God. 11 And that is what some of you were. But you were washed, you were sanctified, you were justified in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ and by the Spirit of our God.
Where this guy left homosexuality, did you now leave heterosexuality ? Seems logic.
Bless you Helena and may your daughter be blessed
"I love the boundaries that God has set in the Bible." This is beautiful. I understand it and want to be able to say it for myself.
same 🥰
Psalm 1 Blessed is the man whose delight is in the law of the Lord.
God ? Old dessert people you mean. Ok.
Presume then you don't eat shellfish, work on the sabbath or wear clothes of mixed cloth. Or you pick and choose which boundaries you want to follow?
A million AMEN’S🤗✌️🦋😊🌟👍♥️🌹😊💕💗✌️
"There's no salvation without repentance." Preach! So many churches/Christians try to spread the Gospel, focusing on heaven and eternity with Christ, but neglect the part about humanity being sinners who need to repent.
Yeah, Jesus created everyone on earth wicked and broken, so now they need to be forgiven for being created that way. Makes perfect sense to any brain-dead wicked broken evil asshole, doesn't it? But not to a critical thinker like me.
Not all Christians are like that
🎯💯Nailed it!!
Thanks for your testimony and your witness of the power of the Lord in your life .He is the way ,the true and the life .We need to seek him ,and listen is voice true people that was sent in His name to preach the good news.Taste and see that the Lord is God , and He is good, And He sent His only begotten Son to save us ,and the Holy Spirit confirm our identity , renewing us , God bless .
Yes people need to hear the repentance part too 👌
As a Christian mom who raised both my boys in a private Christian school it was heartbreaking to have my youngest son come out Easter weekend 2018. It was a definite gut blow and has strained my husband and my relationship with our son. He has definitely believed the ‘lie’. I appreciate Beckett for sharing his story and will definitely get his book to learn more. I have read Joe Dallas’ book right after the news and it help with the initial shock as a mom. I will most definitely stand firm in my convictions and love my son thru this journey and pray his eyes are opened and he turns back to the truth.
Praying for you and your families strength and growth through this difficult part of your journey, and for your son to be redeemed from the sin that he’s living in, may the veil be removed from his eyes and his heart opened to Jesus and His truth that turns darkness into light!
I have a nephew that gay he 25 he as hiv now he a drug addict also he as had other diseases
Please don't let this strain your relationship! He is still your son and still needs to be loved.
same for me and 🙏 for you! I pray for ALL those blind by this ID lie! Also, Christopher Yuan & his mom wrote a book. I can't remember the name but it's good! I stole her prayer for my son, Lord WHATEVER it take to being him back to you! Lord YOUR will be done!
@@michellemybelle9591 Out of a Far Country is the book Christopher Yuan wrote with his mother telling his story.
I love Becket Cook!! He has educated me so much on what it means to be Christian and yet still struggle with gay thoughts. He is choosing to be celibate which is amazing according to Paul.
@Deston Swan so is it not homosexual actions when one man has sexual intercorse? Just the thought is gay...not the action? Dude all I'm saying is Jesus can transform anyone. Their heart, their desires, the wants, everything. He will take that heart of stone and give you a heart of flesh. The Bible tells us to work our our salvation with fear and trembling. That means before a holy and righteous God, we ask him to help and guide us. He has clearly made a decision amongst himself and God. He's talking about his past lifestyle of being gay. One can be changed. One minute Paul was Saul killing Christians, then he had an encounter with Jesus! The next season he is went from killing Christians to preaching the gospel! Paul entered Heaven to the applause of the very men and women he killed! God is a changing God! He will change us if we let him. See Jesus had to give him a new name, a new identity! He was no longer that man murdering Christians. Now he's Paul who wrote 3/4 of the new testament. He's no longer the Christian killer. Just as much as this gentleman is no longer homosexual.
@@Joey_McElroy "Paul entered Heaven to the applause of the very men and women he killed" How absurd! Where does it say that in the Bible? I know that you probably have good intentions but saying things like that is not only awful but dangerous. Doing good does not change the bad things we've done.
Remember Paul said only if you can control your urge. It's better to marry than to burn
@@aaronmonroe7932 Then should a homosexual force themselves to want the opposite sex to marry?
@@aaronmonroe7932 Not everyone is meant to marry it wasn't in the cards
for me maybe in the future Becket may
develope heterosexual attractions; but
there is no guarantee
I'm just blown away how God radically changed Beckett's life. When he said how the Holy Spirit came over him and all he could was cry and acknowledge that Jesus is Lord was so wonderful and powerful to hear. May God continue to bless him and use him for His Kingdom.
How to get back in Christ I had the holy Spirit and went back into a mess SPIRITUALLY. I wasn't this way and feel I am reverting back I wasn't this way I am crying THIS IS NOT ME.
@@TriciaRP It can be a long dreary road but keep steadfast, wise, and strong and trust God totally and He'll see you through. I'm praying for your victory Trisha.
This is phenomenal! I have always identified as very liberal and progressive in my views outside of Christianity. I recently was led to knowing Jesus Christ as my savior and had a similar Holy Spirit moment. I’m experiencing convictions and discernment on topics I’ve never questioned before, so sharing this story has been so helpful to me. Melissa, you are such a great interviewer and I’m looking forward to reading Becket’s book!
God bless you! 🕊🌻
So interesting. Have you written about your learning process? I’m studying discerning. Would love to read more about your story.
This is amazing because Christians in academic settings have been shouted down to be quiet because they are oppressive to “sexual minority”. Now God is using people that he has saved by his power from that same sin, and using them to declare his truth.
Me, too!
This is very encouraging to see the Holy Spirit moving in your life.
Loved this testimony, thank you! Jesus has changed me also and I am no longer attracted to women. He has given me a new heart and it has been over 4 years now. It can be a lonely road as you do have to give up friendships but i would choose Jesus over and over again. Im praying for a husband that loves the Lord like i do. 🧡
Praise the Lord! Thank you for sharing ❤
he will sweetie he will so happy for you God bless u xox
Amen!!
Amen
Amém 🙏
Such an excellent story, thank you.
A few years ago, my adult daughter came out as gay when she announced her engagement to her same sex partner. Talk about feeling sucker punched. Then I found out that my wife knew and never told me because she was asked "...don't tell dad". Now I also felt betrayed. I was most angry about the time lost that could have been spent in prayer about this. Lies are evil but secrets are a devil's tool to prevent the Christian from partaking in Spiritual Warfare.
I didn't acknowledge my daughter coming out. I didn't congratulate her on her engagement, I didn't yell, she never saw me as upset. I just ignored it as far as she could see. She was still welcome at my house etc. but as a Christian I wasn't going to accept it. Soon I was cut off from both my daughters (the other being in a traditional heterosexual marriage to a Christian man). I was called all sorts of names (partial list includes; Nazi, bigot, homophobe, science denier, misogynist, fool, hypocrite) but I choose to follow the Lord and His Word.
I pray for my daughter everyday. I wasn't invited to the wedding.
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@@allyy210 Ally I pray for you to receive God's strength and peace. In your prayers remember to ask the Lord for Wisdom and guidance. I will pray for you and your family.
@@liamcage7208 ❤
@Deston Swan One might not be able to help having certain proclivities, however, everyone has a choice insofar as acting on or resisting them. Take Becket, for example: He mentioned that he still has “remnants” of sexual attraction to men, but he has chosen to disregard those feelings in favour of obeying Christ. His testimony falsifies your claim.
Matthew 16:24-26 (ESV) Then Jesus told his disciples, “If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me. 25 For whoever would save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for my sake will find it. 26 For what will it profit a man if he gains the whole world and forfeits his soul? Or what shall a man give in return for his soul?
With respect to your final thoughts: Ideally, the relationship between a parent and their child would remain loving and in tact, despite differences in beliefs and lifestyle, such as the example that is being discussed, but a parent’s adherence to God’s Word should *never* be relinquished in order to appease the sinful behaviour and desires of their child.
At what cost is it beneficial or wise for the parent to reject God’s commandments, and thereby risk their own salvation, in return for salvaging their relationship with their child? By putting their standing with their child above that of God, they not only spurn Him, but they elevate the importance of not offending the former (child) over that of latter (God). In other words: they make an idol out of their own child.
Becket and Melissa touched on this during their talk. Following Jesus comes at a great cost, which might involve severing relationships with loved ones. That is a sacrifice that all Christians need to be willing to make in order to abide in Christ. No earthly relationship can compare to the one that is freely available to all through Jesus. Our salvation is contingent on God’s grace. What good would it do to disregard one’s convictions and their obedience to God as a means of perpetuating a relationship of a loved one who is involved in unrepentant sin? One might save said relationship, but they might forfeit eternity as a consequence. It’s not worth both parties losing out on eternal life and ending up in hell, just for the sake of sustaining a finite relationship. Our earthly lives are fleeting, but eternity lasts forever.
Matthew 10:34-40 (ESV) 4 “Do not think that I have come to bring peace to the earth. I have not come to bring peace, but a sword. 35 For I have come to set a man against his father, and a daughter against her mother, and a daughter-in-law against her mother-in-law. 36 And a person's enemies will be those of his own household. 37 Whoever loves father or mother more than me is not worthy of me, and whoever loves son or daughter more than me is not worthy of me. 38 And whoever does not take his cross and follow me is not worthy of me. 39 Whoever finds his life will lose it, and whoever loses his life for my sake will find it.
Consider “peacemaker” the book by ken Sando. Pray for a relational restoration between you and your girls.
I love Becket! Can’t get enough of his testimony, though I have heard it time and again. He’s such a blessing! ❤
He really does feel like a friend even though I’ve never met him! ❤
@@rjules1083 amen! So true
You “stole” my comment 😜 I feel the same. I also bought his book. 🙏🏻💖 He’s a blessing, indeed.
@@loveemotion4080 😁🙏🏼
Me too!!!
Beautiful testimony! As a physician, I see so many lost hurting people like Beckett before he was saved. It's heartbreaking and the pain is real. A VERY high percent of individuals living with these sin patterns have extensive sexual and physical abuse histories beginning commonly before age 5 (not all of them!) And the abuse/trauma cycles compoundas the bad choices progress. Getting medical help and therapy help is crucial to help them on their journey as God's grace is sufficient and sufficient means including normal resources. Nothing surpasses the truth of the Bible, may we pray for these lost souls and point them to it. May we have the humility to show compassion. I long to see medicine welcome them in as needing healing of body and of soul - not an agenda that needs enabling.
As a retired RN I never thought of it from the medical perspective but you're right.
What do you make of the millions of people with Intersex medical conditions?
@J F I make that there are extremely few numbers of these individuals and we shouldn't base our entire society's culture on them. They need medical help and extensive counseling too.
You mean conversion therapy right? As a physician, its bad practice to beat around the bush. You should communicate in the most direct and clear way to your patients.
@@richardgat4606 no I do not. Trauma oriented therapy for past traumas, cbt for psychiatric comorbidities, grief counseling where needed. There are a lot of needs besides the poorly defined but negatively connotated "conversion therapy"
Becket is a treasure, especially in this time and culture.
Absolutely fabulous interview. He is such an inspiration not only to those struggling with homosexuality but all of us who have struggles following Jesus. God bless. 🙏
@Deston Swan
Who designated you the national spokesperson for all people? It's not for you to determine who has struggles or what their struggles may be. That's an individual determination. Sounds to me like you struggle with guilt. Might be best if you concentrate on you and let others decide for themselves. Have a blessed day. 🙏
I LOVE this story! Similar to mine. I was an Atheist and I got saved at work! The Holy Spirit is AMAZING! PRAISE GOD!
Similar to mine as well. God can Redeem anyone if their hearts are opened to it.
Amen to that. It's amazing how the Holy Spirit opens up our heart and our eyes to the truth. "I was once blind, but now I see". Thank You Jesus.
What are you people talking about
Ex-Deist here. Always believed in A GOD but wasn't really convinced of Christ until a few years ago. Now all I want is to be with God when I die. No gifts, no rewards, not even too concerned about seeing loved ones. All I want is God, that's it.
Same here. I always scoffed at believers, so imagine my shock and surprise to find out that they were the ones who knew what was going on, not me! Now I feel lucky and so happy to be one of them!
This conversion story is so beautiful! I struggle with conversations with people who identify as gay because it’s such a hard conversation. I feel like they have to give up SO MUCH for Christ, but hearing Becket talk about his perspective as someone who traded his old identity for Christ makes me so happy and inspires me to be more bold in sharing the gospel. I can also relate to that moment of being filled by the Holy Spirit. I was struggling with a pornography addiction and desiring romantic relationships of men who were not believers. when I became a regenerate believer back in 2018 I knew I was giving God EVERYTHING, all my sinful desires I had to repent of and ask Him for help to overcome. He has forgiven me and been sanctifying me the past few years. I feel freed under His law, I’m no longer controlled by my desires. God has the power to draw near to Him anyone He chooses. ❤️💕💕 praise God for what He has done to save!!
When we come to Christ we all have to give up SO MUCH. The 'so much' being turning over everything, our whole life...holding back not one dark corner, not hanging on to anything that we feel belongs to us. Thanks for sharing, CR Wottrich
I’m so sorry for you. I’m glad you found Christ, but your sexual orientation can’t be changed; you can deny it all you want, but you’ll always be you at the end of the day regardless of sexual orientation.
@@777Rowen right I understand sexual orientation is typically a lifelong thing. I don’t mean to say that your sexual orientation changes when you become a believer (if you got that from what I said, I did not mean that!). I was commenting on how amazing it is that Becket, me, and all other followers of Christ are no longer controlled by our desires, but chosen by God and living a life in freedom, obedience, and so much grace when we fail. It’s really a testament to how good God is. He’s better than all our other desires and if He calls someone, He calls them. He can save anyone. It’s amazing and I’m so grateful for Gods grace and mercy in my life and people like Becket too. God is good.
@@777Rowen "Sexual orientation" can indeed change. Actually, I'll keep to myself what I really want to say that about that...
Don't feel sorry for CR. She's happy.
@@777Rowen I won't remain silent. God is able to change your heart and take away sinful desires. The transformation isn't instant as the world understands transformation. Rather, we are being transformed from the inside and it won't be completed until God appears to everyone.
2 Corinthians 5:16-18 NLT
[16] So we have stopped evaluating others from a human point of view. At one time we thought of Christ merely from a human point of view. How differently we know him now! [17] This means that anyone who belongs to Christ has become a new person. The old life is gone; a new life has begun! [18] And all of this is a gift from God, who brought us back to himself through Christ. And God has given us this task of reconciling people to him.
Philippians 1:6 NLT
[6] And I am certain that God, who began the good work within you, will continue his work until it is finally finished on the day when Christ Jesus returns.
This man’s testimony is so powerful! He is gentle but truthful. Pray for you often. Many people I know desperately need to hear his story.
I clicked so fast. I love Becket! He has a such great testimony.
Me too!
I’m a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and I find this story so beautiful. I love your relationship with Christ and how the spirit worked on you and your discernment. I love Jesus so much. Thank you for testifying of His power and mercy! ❤❤❤❤ Thank you both for spreading this wonderful news!
👏👏👏 "Joy in obedience" I love it. Amazing story. Thank you 🙌
Me too!!! Obedience is so so JOYFUL!!
Longing for intimacy. Through these words, God spoke to me. Gave me an answer to a struggle that I have had all my life. Thank you for sharing your walk with God. Such a blessing.
Blessed is he who reads and those who hear the words of this prophecy, and keep those things which are written in it; for the time is near.
...Grace to you and peace from Him who is and who was and who is to come, ...
Revelation 1:3-4
44:50 when i received the holy spirit, there was a voice in my head saying over and over again "its true, its all true, every word in the book is all true", over and over and over again as i was born again. I know exactly what Becket is saying when he says those words. Its knowing that the bible IS the inerrant word of God, its truth, and we need to trust and obey it.
I had a very similar experience, where the Holy Spirit was answering a question, and an answering the question confirmed everything else.
This guys personality is beautiful, I love that Jesus saved him! His testamony is even more beautiful!
Your story continues to inspire, encourage and point people to Christ, Becket. It doesn't matter how many times I've heard it, the testimony of God's ability to convict, redeem and restore spurs us on. Thank you!
How wonderful!!! So happy that he came to Christ and is willing to speak out.
I've heard Beckett's testimony about 5 times or more now and never get tired of hearing it in it's entirety. ❤️🙏🙌
This interview blessed me more than you know! Thank you for having Becket on your show. You’re both blessings! I pray you both stay strong and keep sharing the truth with this very broken world. Thank you Melissa!💕🙏🏼👍🏼
Me too! I'm an apostate from the alphabet people, too! Praise G-d!! So happy to be done with it all. Ordering your book right now! Thank you! 🙏
Two of my favorite Christian CZcamsrs! Love this collab!
Powerful and true message. Just confirms everything that I believe as an "ex-gay-man"
God bless you, you have your reward waiting from God Almighty
Jesus loves you 🥀
With respect.
Are you now heterosexual or just don't have any attraction to anyone? This is really confusing and interesting.
I hadn’t heard of Becket before and this is so cool! Nothing compares to being in the presence of God. I love how Becket just gives it to us straight (no pun intended) and speaks the truth about ALL sin. Amen!
What an incredible testimony! I love hearing others speak that were rescued out of this wicked world, and they truly have a personal relationship with the Father, and rely on Him CONSTANTLY! Thank you for doing this interview! WOW! When Becket spoke truths and similar experiences to mine, tears flooded my eyes! Our God is SO SO MERCIFUL AND GOOD :)
Hearing this man's testimony of meeting Christ immediately brought tears to my eyes...
Love and appreciate Mr Cook so much, I have read his book and passed it on, and told many to hear the testimony on CZcams ♥️ our God is so AMAZING🙏🙏
I'm a Christian gay man, and I really appreciate this mans witness. At this point I'm abstinent but feel like I have so much work to do in this area
You got this ✨ You're not alone in your battles
It is not as hard as it seems to be. Don't try to change your status but let God change your status. Proverbs 3:5-6 Put all your hope in God, not looking to your reason for support. In all your ways give ear to him, and he will make straight your footsteps.
Supporting you in prayer brother.
Check out Courage.
I think this is good advise for anyone regarding any sin sexual or otherwise regarding your children. Do not afirm any sin. Stay connected. Be compassionate. Show your love for them. Pray and pray and pray.
‘‘Twas grace that taught my heart to fear
And grace my fears relieved
How precious did that grace appear, the hour I first believed
❤❤❤ love your story Becket, to God be the glory!
I love the reasoning when faced with temptation to ask ,"what am I longing for?" Intimacy..so God fill me with that intimacy right now" Every addiction and stronghold is linked to needing him to fill us in that place..this interview brought both joy and tears of gratitude that this great big God ..has a great big heart that loves us to pieces even while we are denying his existence and trying to draw us into those big arms of his.
I’ve heard Becket’s testimony so many times now but it never gets old. ❤
Wow!!! I am 67yrs old and I'm 3/4 of the way through this video. Becket Cook, your story has blown me away, Not that I'm surprised about the Holy Spirits power to convict somebody but your whole story is so awesome and beautiful. I'm so happy you met the Living God. I'll get back to the rest of your video Melissa with Becket Cook but I'm so thankful you had him come on to tell his story. God bless you both ✝️ If it weren't for listening to your story Melissa and that was 6yrs ago id still be in the church I was in that taught ALL the wrong things, like I knew they were so very wrong in all their beliefs but I never had words to express how wrong I just knew were not right about our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Thanks again to the both of you ✝️❤️🥰
Love your testimony. I'm not homosexuality but I used to have a lot of partners and God broke that off me.
This was one of the most profound interviews I've heard in a long time . I thank God
And the irony is this got interrupted by an ad to get tested for HIV! Thanks for posting TRUTH for the world to see!
I don't know that I follow . . . you feel HIV is not a true thing that exists?
@@jf8200 No. This video got interrupted by an ad.
I've listened to Cooke's testimony several times n it always touches me anew. I can relate to some aspects, such as the allure of being part of what is perceived in our culture as fun n important. I hope many who are at the end of their rope, hear it, n know there's a way out. ❤️ Life with God the Father doesn't solve all of our problems but it is purposeful, meaningful n it leads to true life.
I found it funny when Beckett said he never seen a bible before especially when he grow up in a Roman Catholic household. Most Catholic people have a holy bible in their house. I have been a born again Christian for 22 years now I was once gay and I gave my heart to Jesus and to come into my heart by accepting Jesus as my Lord and Savior. Amen 🙏 ✝️ 🙏 And yes I live a life of celibacy.
I thought he meant he had never seen someone with a Bible in public, but I could be wrong! I’m so happy you have received hope & joy. God is so so good
This has so many truths that are applicable for ALL Christians! So encouraged and was convicted as well. Thanks for an amazing interview!!
I was mesmerized by this interview. I have children raised in this new cultural trend of LBGTQ. I struggle to respect these kids choices (new names/hormone therapy w/dangerous drugs/disfiguring surgery). My child is straight, but a huge LBGTQ advocate to the point that a roommate is going through a trans male to female. She is seeing close up the problems that her friends transitioning is causing. Finally we could openly discuss the problems w/cultural ENCOURAGEMENT of LBGTQ.
As I am retuning to my Christian roots after a long journey w/liberalism/new age I pray for not only Jesus’s return but for the light of Christ to shine on all the cultural sexual lies that have been a negative cultural agenda to keep us from the truth of Christ. I especially appreciated the truth of the fulfillment of celibacy w/ intimacy of the Holy Spirit. God is stronger than cultural lies and this interview was living prof of this❤
I've heard Beckett's testimony many times but it never gets old! I'm amazed anew every time I hear it! ❤️
Oh my goodness!!!! BOTH of you in the same video!!!! How exciting is this…..love you both so much. I am so thankful and grateful that God reached down and saved you from the paths you were traveling on………..thank you for saying “yes” to Jesus and devoting your lives to reaching others for him. You both have such unique and wonderful ministries and again I know I keep saying this, but I am just so so thankful may God continue to richly bless you and use you for his kingdom.
“…….am I going to be put out to pasture in Palm Springs?”…….LOL…. That was such a funny comment but so spot on I just love your humor Beckett you always make me laugh.
Sharing this with a friend. 🙏 This man's wholehearted faith is inspiring.
We all have to be careful not to find our identity in our personal besetting sin, just as we shouldn't find identity in a disease or even something that seems good, like a profession or achievement. The only true peace is found with the completion of our identity in Christ, not everything besides or what we erroneously place above the Lord or as a prefix to "Christian".
Awesome to hear how Christ raises a sinner to Life. Amen
@Deston Swan whatever you say.
Thank you for such a wonderful and powerful interview with Mr Beckett. As one who has come out of that depraved lifestyle, his testimony encouraged and blessed me
I really appreciate what was said at the end. In how Becket responds to sin by asking what am I after? Then asking God for that specific thing. It is such a blessing to hear, I am encouraged by it.
What a blessing this interview was. Hearing Becket tell of how the Spirit of God squarely landed upon him at his first evangelical service pounded my heart and called tears! Already deciding on who to share this with. 👏 🤲 🙌
Incredible testimony every time I hear him tell his story.🙏🏻✝️🇿🇦
Melissa does a great job in questions and helps. I love that he recognizes that it is a sin and repented because he couldn’t imagine continuing in sin. He was very helpful in explaining how to help those still lost.
Dang, preach it Becket! Such a good, through talk.
Thank you both for hitting this issue hard, but w/ grace. You are treasures.
I love this Interview! I pray that all people who are locked into this sin listen. Please you are overcome by our testimonies. Thank God for you Sir!
I've been so blessed and encouraged by what Becket has spoke about. God is so good. And what he said about if he feels attracted to someone he says God give me the satisfaction I'm looking for, and He does, that is going to be such a huge blessing for me to put into practice as a single mum who is determined to stay single and serve Christ. I get very lonely at times but I had never thought of it the way he put it. Thank you so much Becket and Melissa God bless you both so much
2 of my favorite CZcamsrs together! So awesome! Bawling my eyes out listening to his testimony. WOW!
Yes!! I love this. My church has decided to disaffiliate because of this whole issue. It is so clear in The Bible. I am so glad that you reaffirm my believes.
I grew up in Allen, TX (class of ‘88) and spent some time in the same Dallas clubs. I eventually left the lifestyle as well. After a couple of years of trauma work, I was able to marry and have children. I find rest and restoration in my conservative denomination. I have so much more joy/peace than I could have ever imagined. Thank you for sharing this story.
I didn't want this interview to end!! What a powerful testimony. I love that he has such a passion for Jesus ❤️❤️❤️
*my life is amazing because I'm united to Christ* - such amazing words!!! And such truth! Thank you for sharing your very inspiring testimony. God is good and faithful!
Thank you for your amazing testimony.
Even having a spouse doesn't mean that you will have the deep satisfying relationship that you can have with Jesus.
This is just so great. There is so much truth spoken here. His testimony brings so much glory to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ! There is power in the blood! Wonder working power! Hallelujah! 🙌❤
Amen!
OMGOODNESS … That was so great. Thank you Melissa and Becket❤
This has been an absolute blessing to watch. Thank you for this!
Your story is amazing. I am crying (literally) in joy and wonder at your epiphany. Thank you for being so real. Love in Christ.
Becket’s channel is one of my favorites on CZcams! Full of thought-provoking, insightful, inspirational interviews. Glad to see him sharing his story here. 😊
Whenever I hear these conversion stories I wonder if everyone has moments where they feel filled with the holy spirit and become completely certain of their faith. For me faith is an ongoing struggle of not being sure but trying to get there eventually. I wish I had a "road to Damascus" moment.
I would recommend reading Faith is Not a Feeling by Ney Bailey. 📚🤓
I'm going through the same thing as you. There is no incredible one moment for me and that caused me to have to rely on what the Bible says rather than what I feel.
What you want is the baptism of the Holy Spirit. If you haven’t already, ask God for that moment. Maybe you already have. If so, keep asking.. I did for a long time. And it finally came. When I was ready for the change and his timing arrived. Trust Him even when you don’t feel it. He is irresistibly attracted to his children who choose to love and trust Him despite not having the feelings. And many times, the feelings come. Ask Him for that but trust Him in the meantime.
Would recommend river dwellers by Rob Reimer
My husband is a lifelong Christian, while I converted as an adult, and he's telling me the same thing! But I'd say, if you don't have such a moment it's because God is leading you another way and doesn't think it's necessary for you. It's important to know that the spiritual life is an ongoing struggle for everyone, including converts. But it's a very beautiful struggle and well worth it, especially as it leads to eternal life! So keep up the good fight!
@@priscilamartinez9732 I love your testimony, Priscila! Our Father in Heaven loves us so very much and He waits for us to find Him. Sometimes he helps us through the Holy Ghost, the Comforter, but He never forces us. We need to be willing to listen to that still, small voice that we can barely hear, sometimes!
What an AMAZING testimony to the goodness of God! Thank you, Melissa and Becket, for sharing your conversation with us. God bless you!
I loved this interview SO much! I never grow tired of Beckett’s story. You are both a blessing!!
Wow this is so helpful. I am not same sex attracted but it gives me an idea about how to approach it for others I meet. We all have sinful thoughts that flash in our heads, that last bit of advice was so insightful! If we ask God, what are we really longing for? And ask God for that directly... is just exactly we need to do in any situation. Thank you so much!
Ultimately, we are either men and women. And men and women face sexual temptations.
Beckett Cook is one of my favorite Christian podcasters, he has an amazing channel, with so many great interviews and great teaching on culture issues we face today. Thanks for bringing him on your channel.
"Are you not self-aware enough to see that" best quote from the interview!
I should have said this in my first two comments, but thank you Beckett for sharing your story and Melissa for having him on! It was wonderful learning about your perspective as a person who has personal experience on this topic. I come to different theological conclusions on a lot of the things you discussed, but I am grateful to have had this experience to learn from you and be inspired to continue following Christ in my own life as I can tell you also strive to do! Much love :)
Best talk on this ever! Thank you both! Explained so well and with charity! God bless you Beckett! I love you! 💕🙏
Thank you, Melissa! I love Becket. I love his show. This was a truly, amazing interview! God Bless you both! 🥰✝️🕊
A great interview! Thanks for sharing! So many good messages in this interview!
This was an amazing testimony. Just that radically saved experience of recognising Truth and all you want is truth, to the point where everything else means nothing! 😭👏
I Knew it was gonna happen! No matter how many times I hear your story, it doesn't get old! I listen like I've never heard!
Praise God, this testimony is a Blessing 🙌 It always amazes me how God works in the lives of people. God bless you brother 🙏
What a great episode!!!! Two of my favorite apologists together having such a great talk, about faith, sin and repentance.... what a treat 🤩😍 Thanks you so very much for this wonderful video, Melissa and Becket!!!
I'm so glad that the Holy Spirit allowed me to meet you through your podcast and I'm so thankful that God is using you in such a spectacular way to bring his children to his heart and then for him to express his unimaginable love for his children thank you Melissa May the Holy Spirit increase your love for God's children amen thank you Jesus
Thanks so much for this interview. It affirmed what my sister in law and brother in law are doing is right. They have kept communication with their daughter open, but do not buy into the trans (in this case, non-binary) ideology. And you're right, their daughter does threaten to cut them off when they do not affirm her new 'identity'. They desperately don't want to lose her. it seems like people would rather take an insane idea to the extreme, rather than accept our own bent towards sin. Thanks again, Melissa and Beckett. ❤
Have they read Rosaria Butterfield? She was a lesbian who came to Christ and is now married to a pastor and they have children together. The book “Irreversible Damage” (which Melissa discussed in another video) was also extremely eye-opening. It’s from a very secular, worldly position but still has much that can be gleaned.
JESUS says..What good does It do to you.
If you gain the world..or your daughter..but LOOSE your soul & are responsabile for the loosing of the soul of your daughter ? Love doesn't mean that one has to... approve sin or a sinful style of life...
Is it possible their kid has an Intersex medical condition?
Only thing POSSIBILE Is homosexual DEMONS that need to be cast out..Go see Kathryn Kirk videos & you will see them & many others be cast out from people..
Their daughter needs parents that are grounded so when she is ready she has a safe place to land.
Dude this is good. I really pray someone comes across your story tonight and see the truth. Jesus saves!
You’re arrogant imposing your beliefs on others. Shame on you. 👎
This truly is one of the most enlightening conversation I’ve seen on your teachings
I don’t usually set the long videos like this, but this is definitely worth it. I appreciate this testimony.
Amazing testimony! Thank you for sharing your experience. The power of God is overwhelming
Wow what a great interview. So many gems to use and experiences to learn from and relate to
I was so excited when I got the notification for this video!! My two favorite Christian youtubers!!!
What a blessing!!! Thank you, @Melissa Dougherty for having Becket Cook on: but especially for just having him tell a short version of his story! I've only heard tiny snippets here and there, but I really got a LOT out of this full on invitation for his story. There is so much I relate to, I hardly know where to begin. It might help to just say what I don't relate to: geographical locations, being male (I'm female), and schmoozing with the A list folks - but everything else I can relate to, including that moment of "I'm all in" and the puzzlement at people who would even BOTHER to waste a Sunday morning at church if they want to hold on to their sin. I say, "Go sin, then, and stop calling yourself something you obviously don't really want to be!" I mean, I LIVE for Christ. He is the only Good in my life (which shines through Christian friends and family members), He is my anchor, my instructor, my comforter, my counselor, my Hero, my Salvation, my very breath! If anything I long so much for the day when I am finally shed of this mortal coil (Shakespeare? Not sure of the etymology of that phrase) and I will finally and completely be whole and sinless through Christ's atoning work and stand before Him and be able to look on Him without having to look away! Wow! I mean, take everything in the world and even my life, and give me THAT!!!! So, yeah, I don't get the progressive Christians or people who want gay Churches. What's the point? Without Christ, pick your poison and enjoy it while you can because this truly is, then, your "best life now". Hell is ahead and all the good you'll ever have is whatever dregs you can find in total hedonism. I know, the payoffs are ripoffs, but that's all we have without Christ. Anyway, sorry. Just excited about Christ. Thank you both so much!
This is a testimony of the power of the gospel to change a person from the inside out! Praise God for the people who had their Bibles open in the Cafe and lovely spoke the truth. Thank you for this interview!
Not to go too much into detail of my own testimony but I too was curious about the LGBT lifestyle but I never went fully into it and I think it was God forbidding me to go through that door cause he knew I wasn't made for it
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So who IS made for it??????????????
It’s actually a generational curse! Epigenetics explains it in dna terminology!
Shalom to us only in Christ Yeshua returning soon to reign over the world government from Jerusalem.
This was an amazing interview. Thank you both so much! God Bless ❤
I love the both of you so much and watch both your shows and get so much from all you guy do. Thanks for showing the world the love of Jesus. Be blessed.