Gospel icon Yolanda Adams is using her platform to challenge long-standing traditions of exclusion within the church.
In a powerful call for compassion, the singer spoke out against homophobia, urging religious spaces to become truly safe environments for the LGBTQ+ community. For Adams, the issue isn’t about theological debate, but about the fundamental way her family taught her to view humanity.
Reflecting on her decades of experience in the ministry, Adams emphasized that her upbringing shaped her inclusive worldview.
“Listen, I am 64 years old. I have seen everything in the church,” she explained. “And again, it has everything to do with the way you were nurtured. My family nurtured us to believe and know that everyone that gets to this earth got here because they are God’s children.” She pushed back against the idea of religious judgment, asking a simple but pointed question: “Why would you want to ever hurt anything that God loves?
The Grammy winner, who has friends and family across all walks of life, made it clear that a person’s identity should never be a reason for “debasement” or disrespect. She noted that her relationships in music, arts, and sports have only reinforced her belief in seeing people for who they truly are—beautiful. “It is not my job ever to hurt anyone or debase anyone because of who they are,” she stated firmly.
Closing her message with a reminder of divine intentionality, Adams argued that God is never caught off guard by who a person is. “God is not surprised by anyone he created. He knew who you would be before your mom and dad even got together,” she noted. “So why am I disrespecting what God respects and loves?”
As one of the most respected voices in Gospel, her stance marks a significant shift in the conversation regarding faith and the LGBTQ+ community.
Wow! It’s painfully obvious that this sister don’t know the scriptures. I’m not surprised since ALL CHRISTIANITY is locked in the deception of this IDOLATROUS RELIGION. God does indeed HATE!! Specifically he says there’s a people He hate ( Malachi 1:1-3) God also hate SODOMITES ie., Homos!! These are workers of iniquity (Psalms 5:5) Last I checked homosexuality IS A SIN!!! I don’t know what Bible these people are reading. This is PROOF that Christianity is A JOKE! This
We definitely know that homosexuality is a sin just like any other sin. Here’s what I’m understanding from Yolanda, is that the church should have more compassion for the sinner, remember we don’t condone the sin but at the same time we don’t condemn them as well. Jesus articulated that very well with the woman who was caught in adultery, he didn’t condone the sin but he also didn’t condem the woman !!!
Love your reply. We can love them to Jesus without condoning or embracing their lifestyle.
You just nailed it! 💯
You are way too invested for this not to affect you negatively at all. If you are not apart of this community then mind your business. Who other people love is none of your business. Your hate for the LGBTQ community is not stronger than their love. Judgement is judgement and Hate is Hate.
So it’s not any of your business because the Bible also says “ it’s better a millstone be hung around your next than you be a busy body in other peoples matters.
Furthermore I’m sure you have done something’s in the privacy of your bedroom that are secret sins.
Oral sex is against God but I’m sure you have done it.
Don’t throw stones unless you want them throne back!
Look this up, Changes to the Bible 1949
TAKE THAT STICK OUT OF YOUR SELF RITCHEOUS ASS!!!!! I’M SURE YOUR NOT A PERFECT SAINT!!!!!!
Please let me add that she is right, The Father isn’t caught off guard by who we are. He already knows the ones that will REJECT HIS TRUTH and follow after their own desires. These are NOT HIS CHILDREN!! We have to stop misrepresenting The Most High!! This is SICK!! Nowhere in His Word did He say He would create people to GO AGAINST HIS DIVINE NATURE. The SPIRIT OF SODOMY rests upon the children of Satan. And guess what, not only will they be judged but those people like Yolanda Adam’s, who justify and agree to this mental illness are in danger (Romans 1:32). The sad thing is I believe my sister already heard this. But she, like ALL OF CHRISTENDOM, have chosen to turn a blind eye. This sister is better off not saying a thing. But because she made it known to the world, through this article, whose side she’s on, her judgement is sealed.
It is not the eyes that are blind, but the heart.
This is my opinion, If u were born as a MAN.. In Godz sight, U.R.A. MAN. If u were born as a WOMAN. u r a WOMAN. In other words, These ” strange” mind set ppl are actually saying :” The CREATOR made a gender mistake. I cant judge or will be judged BUT I DO KNOW.. Coming 2 church dressed in ” DRAG” is DISRESPECT. This is supposed to B HALLOWED ground, A Place of talking in peace with the CREATOR. Crying out for forgiveness from ALL OUR SINS… NOT TO COME AND EXPLOIT OUR SINS!! Damn!!
Exactly Right!
There is so much biology that is left out of this argument. Right, wrong, or otherwise, if you have never had the biological issue with this, then please remain silent. The actual answer is not as simple as you may think it is. If you haven’t walked in the shoes of another, fall back.
Agreed! God created every one and we can’t man be God! And too bad racism sexism oppression wasn’t spelled out better in the Bible! White supremacy wouldn’t be worldwide!!!!
LET ME ASK A QUESTION WHO WROTE THE BIBLE ??????????WHO REALLY WROTE IT????WAKE UP
I don’t care what Yolonda Adams says being gay and being saved are 2 different situation and. Yes we love them bit the Bible says how can 2 walk together except they agree..you are either saved or not saVed.
Wow, sooooo maaaaannnny HATERS posting on here. YHWH is the ONLY ONE who can judge another human being. He has never taken a break & appointed another human to judge over his flock while he rested. You folks trolling the internet in order to post your hate. STOP IT!!!
I sat here nd read all these comments people are saying But one thing I didnt hear anyone say or acknowledge is The God I serve nd Love is Love nd the LGBT community is sinning because its a abomination to the Lord. All I want to say is HE WITHOUT SIN CAST THE FIRST STONE we as Gods children are to show everyone that God loves them nd he wants them to come to him nd come away from wrong doing Satan has deceived these people But Jesus is the way theTruth nd the Life . HE CAME TO SET THE CAPTIVES FREE .. JESUS CHRIST IS ❤️ LOVE