You Can Be Both

You Can Be Trans AND Christian — Here's Why

May 3, 2026·35 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

Can you be transgender AND Christian? I'm answering this question directly — and what I learned completely changed my heart.In this episode, I talk about Neeza Powers, a trans Christian woman who faced thousands of hateful comments for being her authentic self. I break down what the Bible actually says about gender, explore Deuteronomy 22:5 in context, and explain why Jesus' ministry was focused on outcasts — not the religiously "perfect."WHAT WE TALK ABOUT:✅ Neeza Powers' story — Trans Christian attacked online for being her authentic self✅ Deuteronomy 22:5 debunked — What this verse ACTUALLY meant in historical context✅ Why Christians cherry-pick Bible verses about gender but ignore others✅ Intersex people & brain science — Gender isn't as binary as we think✅ Jesus' ministry focused on outcasts — Not the religiously "perfect"✅ How my heart changed after talking to trans Christians✅ A call to love, not judgeIf you've ever wondered whether being trans conflicts with faith, or if you're a Christian trying to understand the LGBTQ+ community better, this is for you.📖 FREE LGBTQ+ Healing & Resource Guide: laurenlanzaretta.com/youcanbebothIncludes my full testimony + every book, podcast, and resource that helped me reconcile my faith and identity.🎵 My Music: Search "Lauren Lanzaretta" on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube📱 Follow me:@lanzaretta @youcanbebothpodcast#TransChristian #LGBTQFaith #ChristianLove #YouCanBeBoth #TransRights #ProgressiveChristianity #QueerTheology #FaithAndIdentity

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