Exclude Not Thyself, Skyler Sorensen
Exclude Not Thyself, Skyler Sorensen
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Exclude Not Thyself
How to Thrive as a Covenant-Keeping Gay Latter-Day Saint

Author: Skyler Sorensen

Narrator: Skyler Sorensen

Unabridged: 5 hr 47 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 06/13/2023


Synopsis

There have been a decent amount of hard truths I've had to embrace as a gay Latter-day Saint in order to feel secure and confident in my role as a husband and father. As I've done so, however, I've been able to be successful in creating a joyous and lasting eternal marriage with an amazing woman. It's not a contrived marriage that I have to white-knuckle my way through; it's an intuitive, natural love and companionship that has stood the test of time and the most bitter of trials. From facing public controversy, to losing our son, to dealing with infertility, we've only become more resilient and connected, and our love has only deepened.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Sara on June 13, 2023

Just what I needed… After watching yet another person leave their covenants for a same-sex relationship, I came looking for validation that the covenant path really is for everyone. This book gave me more than that. Skyler’s experiences spoke to some of my own struggles, showed me why I absolutely ne......more

Goodreads review by Allie on September 11, 2023

I appreciate that Skyler has a different perspective on being part of the LGBTQ+ community and a member of the church, and respect that he wants to share his perspective. I did not particularly enjoy this book, nor would I recommend it to family or friends. I did not appreciate the chapter on politi......more

Goodreads review by Lisa on December 02, 2024

This book reveals an interesting and valuable perspective in the LDS conversation around LGBTQIA matters. I can’t say I agree with everything Skyler says in this book, but honestly, as he points out in his book, he’s in a niche where very few people agree with him on everything, just given his orien......more

Goodreads review by Darla on February 25, 2025

A must read for anyone who cares to understand there is more nuance to being gay and faithful in the world today. Hint: it's more than secularists, left leaning Christians, and other activists think it must mean. There's enough in Sky's perspective to challenge both those who consider themselves to......more

Goodreads review by Johnny on February 21, 2025

Great book - I couldn’t put it down. I appreciate Sorenson’s unique perspective and that he doesn’t employ flattery when defending gospel truths or sharing his opinions.......more