The Nashville Statement

The Nashville Statement is a Christian document released in 2017 by the Southern Baptist Convention that affirms traditional Christian beliefs about human sexuality and marriage. It emphasizes that marriage is between a man and a woman, that sexual activity outside of this is sinful, and affirms the importance of gender roles based on biblical teachings. The statement aims to uphold these views in response to changing societal attitudes and laws around sexuality, emphasizing adherence to what it considers biblical authority. It has been both supported by those holding traditional views and criticized for opposing LGBTQ+ rights.