Gregory Coles is a writer whose work explores themes of alienation and the search for belonging in the contemporary world. His writing is characterized by a deep examination of personal faith and identity, often from the perspective of finding one's place in society. Coles focuses on connecting spiritual and personal experiences in his work, offering readers reflection on the complexity of human relationships and faith.
Belonging has never come easy to me. But the way Jesus tells it, if we give up on belonging in order to follow him, we'll find ourselves belonging anyway- we'll belong like aliens. Maybe you're caught in the same tension as me, wanting to fit somewhere even as you're permanently out of place. Maybe you feel like an alien. If so, let's be aliens together.
The narrative explores the struggles of a boy who discovers his same-sex attractions during puberty while maintaining a deep love for Jesus. Through Greg Coles' honest and hopeful storytelling, he addresses the challenges faced by gay Christians in a society and church that often feels unwelcoming. His journey serves as a reassuring message to others, emphasizing that they are not mistakes and encouraging acceptance of one's identity.