We can only grasp the full meaning of God’s message for us—including the full equality of women and men—when we also understand the cultural-historical context of the biblical writers.
KEEP READINGChristianity’s historical focus on diversity and inclusion has been good for girls from the start—and it still is. Kimberly will share more during her workshop at CBE's 2022 International Conference.
KEEP READINGKatharine Bushnell’s ministry among women trapped in sexual slavery has much to teach us. Boaz will share more in his workshop at CBE's 2022 International Conference.
KEEP READINGComplementarians protest when we insist that Priscilla was not only a doctrinal teacher but also a pastor/elder. Terran will share more during his workshop at CBE's 2022 International Conference.
KEEP READINGThere is a new Christian ethic that arises out of Galatians 3:28 when we recognize what it means to be a new creation made one in Christ.
KEEP READINGOnly when we interpret Galatians 3:28 as one piece of the larger story of Scripture can we appreciate how Christ has ended the dualism that was creating division between our spiritual standing and vocational calling.
KEEP READINGThere is a cloud of women witnesses who have gone before us and who are surely a great encouragement in our faith. Unfortunately, even our own seminaries overlook and misconstrue them.
KEEP READINGIn 1970, Mrs. Billie B. McClure brought suit against the Salvation Army after realizing she was paid less than the men she served alongside. How the courts treated her case has had lasting effects in the US.
KEEP READINGStudying the mother metaphors of God in Scripture helps us see how mothers can and do reflect God’s attributes.
KEEP READINGWould a women’s church strike change men’s perception of women? Many women want full equality but aren’t prepared to fight for it. We can learn much from the women of Putney, Iceland, and the Catholic church in Germany.
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