10 Awesome Women Pastors from History
During Women’s History Month, and especially on International Women’s Day, we have a unique opportunity to correct the marginalization of women’s accomplishments and influence. Those
March 8, 2018
Topic: Leadership in Church / Ministry
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Book Review: Worthy: Finding Yourself in a World Expecting Someone Else
In her book, Worthy: Finding Yourself in a World Expecting Someone Else, Melanie Springer Mock critiques the Christian culture which labels people and puts them
February 27, 2018
From Secret Egalitarian to Fierce Advocate
I grew up in Finland—one of the most egalitarian societies in the world. Though no culture is perfect, Finland continuously tops UN and World Bank
February 20, 2018
How to Deal with Sexism in Your Church
Not long ago, I served on an advisory board for a Christian organization. After a morning of listening to departmental reviews from operational staff, I
February 13, 2018
Why John Piper’s Words Should Grieve Men, Too
Last week, theologian John Piper made headlines for saying that women shouldn’t be seminary professors, because seminaries train men to become pastors, and since women
February 6, 2018
1 Corinthians 14:33b-38 as a Pauline Quotation-Refutation Device
From the third century to the present, 1 Cor 14:34–35 has been a standard proof text for those who wish to preclude women from various
February 2, 2018
Why Using Gender-Accurate Language In Worship Is Important
“Joy to the world, the Savior reigns. Let men their songs employ!” We sang these words a month ago on Christmas Eve. I quietly sang
February 1, 2018
A Woman Called and Qualified to Preach
I grew up in a traditional, warm, and well-meaning suburban Baptist church in Western Canada. No one who looked like me ever brought a word,
January 23, 2018
We Are Our Foremothers’ Wildest Dream
Imagine a four-day road trip and a diverse group of thirty-four evangelical leaders from eighteen states. Imagine a collection of prophetic women who have the
December 19, 2017
Book Review: When Going with the Flow Isn’t Enough
At a time when our society is deeply divided along many cultural lines, it is refreshing to find a book that is written with altruism.
December 12, 2017