The Gender Question: A Guide for Hope and Healing

Truth in Love for a Confused Generation

As society continues to redefine gender and identity, The Gender Question delivers a much-needed response rooted in truth and grace. Written by Dr. David Cooper, Senior Pastor of Mount Paran Church in Atlanta, Georgia, this concise and insightful book explores the topic of gender through the lenses of biology, psychology, and biblical theology.

With a pastor’s heart and a counselor’s wisdom, Cooper provides clarity on the nature of human identity and equips the Church to respond with both compassion and conviction.

What You’ll Learn from This Booklet
• Why gender is rooted in genetics, not feelings
• How psychological confusion can lead to gender dysphoria
• The biblical truth about human identity and sexuality
• How to minister to those struggling with identity in a Christ-centered way
• Why language, culture, and media are influencing today’s youth
• The healing power of grace in restoring wholeness—spirit, mind, and body

Who Should Read This Booklet?
• Pastors and church leaders responding to gender topics
• Parents navigating identity conversations with their children
• Christian educators and counselors
• Small groups, youth ministries, and Bible studies
• Believers seeking to understand today’s gender issues through a biblical lens

Key Themes and Takeaways
• Biology determines gender: Genetics—not perception—defines our identity at conception
• Dysphoria is real, but it’s not the end: Psychological healing and spiritual renewal are possible
• Truth and grace must go hand in hand: Churches can lead with clarity without compromising compassion
• Self-worth is rooted in God’s image: The gospel offers hope for every identity crisis
• Christ restores what culture confuses: Only through Christ can we experience wholeness

Biblical Foundations
• Genesis 1:27 – “Male and female He created them.”
• Psalm 139:13–14 – “I am fearfully and wonderfully made.”
• Ephesians 4:24 – “Put on the new self, created to be like God.”
• Romans 12:1–2 – “Offer your bodies… be transformed by the renewing of your mind.”
• 1 Thessalonians 5:23 – “May your whole spirit, soul, and body be kept blameless…”

The Gender Question: A Guide for Hope and Healing addresses one of the most urgent and sensitive topics of our time with wisdom, compassion, and biblical truth. Whether you’re a ministry leader, parent, or believer seeking clarity, this book will equip you to respond to the cultural conversation with confidence—while pointing others to healing in Christ.