“A woman should learn in quietness and full submission. I do not permit a woman to teach or to assume authority over a man; she must be quiet. For Adam was formed first, then Eve. And Adam was not the one deceived; it was the woman who was deceived and …
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Marquis’ “Who’s Who in America” is one of the most widely known lists of leaders and influencers in America. Forbes publishes similar lists of noteworthy individuals in various fields. These lists seek to celebrate individuals who have helped shape society, inspire progress, and leave a lasting legacy. The Bible contains …
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The story of Sarah and Hagar speaks to me on many levels regarding waiting for the fulfillment of God’s promises. There are times in our lives when God speaks to us of a promise He has for us. It could be a calling, or a dream but between the …
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God’s design for gender equality is woven throughout the Bible, hidden beneath the veneer of a male-dominated, patriarchal culture. When we read the creation narrative without any presuppositions, we read of equality in Eden not hierarchy. When God decided to make woman, His purpose for her as an “ezer” reveals He …
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Luke’s gospel stands out from the others because of his frequent representation of women. He highlights and elevates women in a way that does not compromise the message of the gospel but is an expression that men and women work side-by-side as equals in the Kingdom.