Dad, should we use pronouns?

Nov 26

Our words should reflect the truth of reality as God has created it and lovingly guide others to do the same.

Carl Trueman, Professor of Biblical and Religious Studies at Grove City College, puts the question of preferred pronouns in its broader cultural, intellectual, and theological context and argues that our bodies cannot be separated from our bodies. Our language should reflect what it truly means to be human as embodied beings created by God.

Kids' Questions

Talking Points: Dad, should we use pronouns?

One thing people on both sides of this issue agree upon is that words are powerful. Though they may not be able to transform a person’s sex, as some claim, they can transform our understanding of what it means to be human. There’s much at stake in this issue. Will we live out our God-given responsibility to speak the truth about his creation? Will we submit to his creative design for our lives? Will we love our hurting neighbors?

Key Questions: Dad, should we use pronouns?

Answers to the questions: Do Christians disagree on this issue? Practically, what should I encourage my kids to do if asked to use someone’s preferred pronouns? What if my kids are asked to give their own pronouns? Are pronouns just a biblical issue?

Sample Discussion: Dad, should we use pronouns?

An example of how you might use Scripture to talk to your kid about the issue of preferred pronouns. Daniel and his friends provide an example of how to live faithfully in a challenging culture by engaging where they could and resisting where they must.

Recommended Resources: Dad, should we use pronouns?

A curated list of some helpful articles, podcasts, and books on this topic for those who want to explore it further.

Graham Thompson

Dad, should we use pronouns?

Our words should reflect the truth of reality as God has created it and lovingly guide others to do the same.

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