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Book Review: Your Daughters Shall Prophesy: Amplifying the Voice and Place of Christian Women
By: Nicolas Gold | July 23, 2024
Todd Korpi articulates a missional vision for egalitarianism in which individuals and organizations move from being passive supporters of women in ministry to passionate advocates. This book is primarily for those who already agree with the egalitarian position and want to be empowered to advocate for women. Its practicality and numerous recommendations should draw the [...]
Condescending Complementarianism: The Power of Words, Recognition, and Titles
By: Rachel Larsen | July 11, 2024
Complementarian attempts to create space for women while maintaining gender hierarchy cannot help but send the message, however subtly, that female voices are valued less than men’s.
Book Review: Calm and Quiet My Soul: A Holistic Approach to Spiritual Care for the Mothering Pastor
By: Elizabeth Millar | July 10, 2024
Alyssa Lynn Bell offers empathetic understanding, spiritual insight, and practical encouragement to women who pastor and also mother. As an ordained minister, spiritual director, and recent doctoral student, Bell knows firsthand the challenges and joys of holding the dual roles of ministry and motherhood.
Book Review: The Woman They Wanted: Shattering the Illusion of the Good Christian Wife
By: Mikaela Bell | June 25, 2024
In her memoir and cautionary tale, The Woman They Wanted, Shannon Harris details the decades of spiritual abuse she experienced and her eventual escape.
The Perfect Storm: Recovering from Shipwreck in Structural Sexism
By: Jazmine Lawrence | June 23, 2024
You who do this healing work are the hands and feet of Jesus, resetting broken rudders––that is, informing consciences to bring women in ministry into safe havens––and coaxing wrecked ships back into action, not only to stay afloat but to thrive in community with the body of Christ: thank you!
Presumption, Bias, and Gender Accuracy in Bible Translation
By: John R. Kohlenberger III | June 18, 2024
A translator plays an interpretive role during the process of translation, and must intentionally be aware of personal bias that might affect how the translated text is rendered.
Book Review: The Toxic War on Masculinity: How Christianity Reconciles the Sexes
By: Becky Castle Miller | June 12, 2024
In The Toxic War on Masculinity, Nancey Pearcey correctly diagnoses many of the problems with modern American culture, but fails to offer an effective solution.
God's Grace for the Breastfeeding Pastor
By: Lindsey Funtik | May 9, 2024
Breastfeeding is one illustration of those elements of life which God can use as vessels for our own growth and experience of the love that cradles us so closely. Pouring ourselves out like an offering of love takes us further into the heart of God.
Shiphrah and Puah: The Egyptian Midwives on the Frontlines of a Spiritual War
By: Emily Dixon | April 25, 2024
Shiphrah and Puah were two pivotal women whose fear of God prompted them to take part in one of the most momentous events in the Hebrew Scriptures. These women stood on the frontlines of the spiritual war we call the Exodus.
Betty Greene (1920–1997)—No Airman
By: Jill Richardson | February 22, 2024
Betty Greene is not a common household name. As a woman and a pilot, she flew beyond expectations despite the many barriers she faced. Women today continue to face similar barriers. What can the church do for the Betty Greene's of the world?