Stephen Done

Doublespeak in the Equality Act

Doublespeak and obfuscation at its finest, from the Equality Act: "(7) The discredited practice known as “conversion therapy” is a form of discrimination that harms LGBTQ people by undermining individuals

science

The "Biology" of Sex?

In any other field of research and discussion, this level of sloppiness would not be tolerated. Yet it is here, and it's time we asked why - because such sloppiness has long-lasting effects on the lives of real people.

faith

Doubt Not; Fear Not

We can put all our faith in Him, and push aside our fears, because He has already purchased us with His blood. He has kept and will keep His promises.

family

Destructive Ideas

What follows is a summary of arguments and ideas that have been dispersed into society over the last couple hundred years. These arguments are destroying the family and moral foundations of society.

change

What I Really Mean By Change

Is change possible? Is it desirable? That depends on what is meant by change.

faith

The Power of Daily Devotion

Thanks be to God for His love and mercy, and his still, small, quiet voice that has kept and preserved me in such a time of trouble and turmoil.

legislation

Pressing Forward

This is not an excuse for an abandonment of faith, but rather an opportunity to prove it.

reparative therapy

Defensive Detachment

Hiding from others only results in an impoverished life, but being seen by them, though dangerous, leads to some of the greatest joys I know.

gratitude

An Abundance of Gratitude

I truly am blessed and have a lot to be grateful for.

change

Good Questions

Some questions I have found useful.

family

Why I Choose to Live The Way I Do

Christ's Gospel is about saving God's children in and through families.

science

Damaged Science

Honest science done by individuals with differeing worldviews can go a long way toward finding truth even about divisive, politically charged topics. Scientists should not be afraid to ask questions - even questions that may result in uncomfortable answers.

love

Frog Boiling

"Love is love" makes love a demon.

legislation

Protect All Teens: Don't Prohibit Ethical Therapy

If I had not been able to explore the possibility of change in behaviors, emotions, and attractions and have open and unrestricted discussions with my therapist, I would not have been able to trust my therapist, would have likely left therapy, and would have continued in my suicidal thoughts.

family

Just Living

It has been an amazing blessing in my life to be able to further open my heart to the people around me. To the people that I care deeply about.

therapy

People mean different things by "Conversion Therapy"

"Conversion Therapy" does not have an official definition. So what do people really mean when they use the term?

change

My experience is valid too

Some days can be hard. Some can be even harder. Today is one of those days.

Save James

Please, I beg you, please pray for this little boy that he will not be erased by his "mother".

faith

The Light that Shineth in Darkness

When all seems hopeless, the light of Jesus Christ sustains us.

Protect All Teens

Utah's Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing is considering a new regulation that will prevent teens from exploring with licensed therapists all possible paths and choices for how to approach

therapy

Rejecting the term "Conversion Therapy"

Ethical therapists work to help their clients accomplish their chosen goals using standard techniques used for any unwanted behaviors or feelings. It is unfair and inaccurate to label these therapists as "conversion therapists".

change

Therapy stories

What follows are various experiences that others have shared with me that illustrate real help that people have received from therapy, or cases where people are not allowed to get therapy for reducing same-sex attractions and how that has affected them.

change

My Journey Beyond

I recently returned home from the Journey Beyond experiential weekend presented by Brothers Road. It was an amazing experience, and perhaps the best thing I have ever done in my life.

fidelity

Seeking other sexual partners is not brave

I have faith that in a future day men and women who stick by their spouses as they work through difficult things - as so many of the men and women that I know and love do - will no longer receive the ridicule and distain that they currently do from some in society.

change

Not Animals

I am not an animal. People who experience same-sex attraction and gender dysphoria are not animals. Yet Equality Utah appears to think that we are.