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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.

Women, Leadership, and Ordination in the Anglican Church in Nigeria: Debating 1 Corinthians 14:26–40
By: Mercy Uwaezuoke Chukwuedo | August 19, 2025
In some parts of Nigeria where there are few or no men in the Christian Church, women can take on leadership roles. Providing women with opportunities in leadership would offer additional personnel, especially in areas experiencing a shortage of ministers.

Where Mike Winger Went Wrong on Women, Part III: The Epistles
By: Andrew Bartlett, Terran Williams | December 19, 2024
Part 3 of this series summarizes the response to Winger’s videos on the New Testament Epistles, including Galatians 3:28; Paul's use of "head" as a metaphor; Paul and Peter's writings on marriage in 1 Corinthians, Ephesians, and 1 Peter; and the misuse of Ephesians 5 and 1 Corinthians 14 to silence women.

Where Mike Winger Went Wrong on Women, Part II: The Narrative Texts
By: Andrew Bartlett, Terran Williams | December 12, 2024
Part 2 of this series summarizes the response to Winger’s videos on the narrative texts in the Old and New Testaments, including the creation narrative, Old Testament priesthood, female elders, and women such as Junia, Phoebe, and Priscilla.

Holding Husbands Accountable
By: J.A. Boone | November 28, 2024
If your husband is failing to love you, he is breaking what Jesus declared to be the Greatest Commandment. We are all guilty of being unloving from time to time. But if this is a consistent and frequent issue, it may rise to the level of abuse. If this is the pattern of your marriage, [...]

Book Review: A Biblical Case for Women Pastors, Elders, and Deacons
By: Meg Ward | October 22, 2024
Inspired to reach a better understanding of women’s roles inside the church, Knorr set out to explore the original New Testament Greek. A Biblical Case for Women Pastors, Elders, and Deacons is the result. Refreshingly, this book offers a much-needed injection of thought-provoking questions and exciting new avenues to explore.

Book Review: “Silence In Translation”: 1 Corinthians 14:34–35 in Myanmar and the Development of a Critical Contextual Hermeneutic
By: Kimberly Dickson | August 1, 2024
“Silence” in Translation is the published version of Anna Sui Hluan’s PhD dissertation, which examines the Judson Burmese translation of 1 Cor 14:34–35.

The Exclusive Use of Male Language for God: An Invisible Barrier to Women Pursuing Ministry Leadership
By: Dezerai Seitzer | August 1, 2024
Dezerai Seitzer studies gender-exclusive (male) language for God as an obstacle for women to engage in ministerial work.

An Update on CBE’s Translation Project
By: Jeff Miller | June 18, 2024
A brief overview of CBE’s Translation Project and examples help demonstrate the importance of this project.

Women and Words: Why Bible Translation Matters
By: Dr. Mimi Haddad, President of CBE International | June 18, 2024
Woman’s God-given identity and purpose has been “lost in translation” as Bible translations portray women as inferior and unsuitable to lead.