On May 4, 2026, Sam Allberry resigned from his positions at Immanuel Nashville and The Keller Center for Cultural Apologetics after admitting to an inappropriate relationship with another man.
The Gospel Coalition’s Board of Directors stated, “TGC was informed yesterday by Sam Allberry about ‘an inappropriate relationship with another man a few years ago’ and that an announcement would be made today at Immanuel Church regarding his resignation as a pastor.” This disclosure led to Allberry’s disqualification from ministry.
The announcement came during a service at Immanuel Church. In the wake of this revelation, The Gospel Coalition removed all of Allberry’s content from its website and social media channels.
Allberry has been open about his same-sex attraction throughout his ministry. He is known for his works such as “Is God Anti-Gay?” and “Biblical Manhood.” His writings have sparked discussions within the Christian community regarding same-sex attraction and faith.
The Gospel Coalition expressed emotional distress over Allberry’s resignation. They stated, “We are heartbroken over this news, and we continue to pray for Sam, Immanuel Church, and everyone affected.” Support for the community remains a priority as they navigate this situation.
As of midday on May 4, no further details about the relationship have been disclosed. It remains unclear how this will impact Allberry’s future endeavors or the organizations he was affiliated with.
