Raising an Egalitarian Son
“God is a woman,” my son, Micah, announced one day last summer when he was still three. Then he added, “You can see Mama, but you
December 10, 2016
Topic: Parenting / Youth
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Girls, Guys, and God
I don’t understand what you’re saying. God created women as helpers. Our most important purpose is to affirm the guys in our lives — to
December 10, 2016
It’s A Girl! Now What?
When my brother and his wife announced their unexpected pregnancy, my family was shocked. My brother and his now wife have been together for fourteen
August 17, 2016
Good News about Gender: A Bible Study for Young Adults
Do you feel like Christianity stifles women? Are you tired of debates about gender in the church distracting from the gospel? Do you wonder how
August 9, 2016
May Your Daughters Have Warrior Hearts
“He’s kicking.” Few words can elicit as much excitement from me these days. A few times a day, my sister rests her hand on her
July 13, 2016
Freeing Women to Pursue Diverse Callings
Recently, a friend of mine was asked why she chose to work, and not stay home full-time with her child, even though her husband makes
June 30, 2016
Why Fathers Should Advocate for Daughters
Ziauddin Yousafzai, father of Malala Yousafzai—international women’s education activist and 2014 Nobel Peace Prize winner—was invited by TED to share his experience as a mentor
June 17, 2016
The Meddling Mother
I saw a movie this week that made me think about motherhood and the transition it requires when done well. The Meddler[1] depicts the struggle to
June 8, 2016
The Unholy Division of Motherhood and Ministry
“Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.” –Jesus I can
June 7, 2016
Parenting: Learned Behavior Or Instinct?
Once in a while it makes me cringe. Occasionally, I argue the point in the rather limited space of a comment box on Facebook. As
May 16, 2016