239 Contributors 240 Editorial Samuel L. Adams 242 Paul on Same-Sex Relations in Romans 1 William Loader Paul expresses the common Jewish view that same-sex relations typify the depravity of the non-Jewish world, primarily as a means of finding common ground with those who would be listening to his letter and to argue that sins by his own Jewish people, though different, are no less deplorable and conclude that therefore both need Christ’s redemption. Assuming God created humans male and female, he finds the roots of such behavior in distorted minds and passions resulting from distorted understandings of God. 253 Cultural Influences on Hermeneutical Frameworks in the Debate on Same-Sex Relationships Karen R. Keen Socio-cultural changes in the West have influenced interpretation and use of scriptural texts among both those who oppose and support same-sex relationships. Cultural distance from the values of antiquity on matters of family structures and perceptions of people attracted to the same sex have led to greater attention to theological reflection beyond the standard biblical prohibition texts, particularly among conservative evangelicals. This article looks at two key areas of discussion: theological anthropology (sex difference) and sanctification. 265 Coming Out and the Bible Mona West Mona West shares her journey with the Bible as a feminist and a lesbian to articulate an approach to reading the Bible which that claims it as a text to be trusted by queer people of faith. Drawing parallels with the ancient practice of lectiodivina, she develops a method for praying the Scriptures using the process of coming out. 275 Peace, Unity, and Purity and the Presbyterian Church’s Fifty-Year Journey on Human Sexuality John Wilkinson Recent ordination controversies have served as a barometer for how denominations have addressed matters of human sexuality, and LGBTQ sexuality in particular. Using the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)’s fifty-year narrative as a case study, this article traces developments in thought and shifts in perspective, from language that calls “homosexual acts” sin to actions that move from apology to celebration. The essay follows decades of intense debate and conflict to reflect on the implications when a church changes its mind. Between Text and Sermon 289 Genesis 19:1–28 Shannon Craigo-Snell 292 Psalm 139 Elizabeth Grasham 295 Romans 1:18–28 Karyn L. Wiseman Major Reviews 298 Divine Bodies: Resurrecting Perfection in the New Testament and Early Christianity by Candida R. Moss Carly Daniel-Hughes 301 Resurrecting Wounds: Living in the Afterlife of Trauma by Shelly Rambo Paula Owens Parker 303 The Letter to Philemon by Scot McKnight Michael J. Gorman 303 The Letter to the Colossians by Scot McKnight Michael J. Gorman 306 Shorter Reviews 325 Book Notes 328 Correction Notice