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Judges 19 as a Paradigm for Understanding and Responding to Human Trafficking
By: Chuck Pitts | February 27, 2026
Judges 19 contains a seldom read, let alone studied or discussed, story of misogyny, subjugation, rape, murder, and dismemberment. Determining how to handle such atrocities in the Bible makes texts such as these difficult to address.
A Negative Model Of Manhood In Judges 19
By: Craig Keener | February 27, 2026
In a society where men still hold most of the social power and where the average husband possesses more physical power than the average wife, we desperately need models of manhood that stress responsibility rather than exploitation, service rather than abuse of power.
Voices of Outrage against Rape
By: Deirdre Brouer | February 27, 2026
Rape is a timeless and worldwide1 epidemic that violates the divine image and personhood of a human being and renders its victims voiceless, powerless,2 and fragmented from self, others, and God. Rape causes a desolate and disordered reality psychologically, relationally, and spiritually, often resulting in theological and “existential crisis.”3 Although this crisis impacts millions each [...]
What to Say When Someone Says Women Are Not Permitted to Teach
By: Chesna Hinkley | February 26, 2026
It would appear those opposed to women’s equality in the church have the upper hand in interpreting “problem passages” like 1 Timothy, but egalitarians are actually better equipped to explain them.
Book Review: Complementarity: Dignity, Difference, and Interdependence
By: Hashim Warren | February 18, 2026
In Complementarity, Gregg Allison proposes a theological vision grounded in equal dignity, differentiation, and interdependence, seeking a path beyond egalitarianism and complementarianism. This review argues that, despite his stated neutrality, Allison’s theology of shared gifts and non-hierarchical participation ultimately aligns with egalitarian practice and mutuality.
Mutuality as Shared Feelings: A Devotional on 1 Corinthians 13:1–7
By: Paul Abdul | February 11, 2026
This devotional reflects on 1 Corinthians 13 to explore how Christlike love forms the foundation of true mutuality. Through Paul’s description of love as patient, kind, humble, and self-sacrificial, readers are invited to examine their attitudes and practices in relationships and to take concrete steps toward shared life, trust, and faithful partnership in community.
The White-Washed Elephant’s Grave
By: Audrey Perry | February 4, 2026
The White-Washed Elephant’s Grave describes the deliverance of a Christian wife oppressed by patriarchal beliefs. Unable to accommodate, control, or cover up the elephant in the room, she finally sees it for what it is and learns the truth about who she is in Christ.
Women in Scripture and Mission: Deborah
By: Ronald W. Pierce | January 29, 2026
Deborah’s story and song in Judges 4–5 portrays a woman of light and fire, as well as a prophet and judge, in a consistently positive way.
Mutual Submission in Disney's "Tangled"
By: Amelia Smith | January 21, 2026
This article looks at mutual submission in Disney’s Tangled, using Rapunzel and Eugene’s relationship to explore trust, partnership, and shared strength. Through Genesis and Ephesians 5, it invites Christians to rethink marriage as a mutual, Christ-centered journey.
Women and Words: Does Paul Contradict Himself? A Conversation with Rev. Dr. Michael F. Bird
By: Dr. Mimi Haddad, President of CBE International, Michael Bird | January 16, 2026
Rev. Dr. Michael F. Bird explores the crucial sociological context that often influences human interpretation of Scripture along with the complexities involved in reading passages from Paul who is considered both the ally of both egalitarians and complementarians.