Women's Ministry
“So Long, Insecurity”?
“We’re insecure. You and me and every woman. In fact, chronic insecurity is a cultural epidemic, but almost no one is talking about it. And it ticks me off.” - Beth Moore Intriguing statement, huh? Especially this part: “We’re insecure. You and me and every woman.” What do you think about that statement? True? ... »
What Message Does It Send…?
Is the Church losing educated, skilled, articulate professional women due to a flawed or a one-dimensional gender paradigm? »
Women in Ministry: Between the Pulpit and the Kitchen
Almost every day the debate simmers over the role of women in the church, a topic that appears to me to be escalating, potentially causing further fragmentation in the Christian community. Each blog post, article, and conversation rightly involves discussion of relevant scriptural texts including passages out of Genesis, Ephesians and 1 Timothy. And... »
Is Industriousness Compatible with Biblical Womanhood?
Apparently there is something inherently gender-oriented about household chores, but I’m not quite sure where to draw the line. Is it the basement door? The entrance into the garage from the back of my kitchen? Perhaps it is the lawn and the shrubbery. Maybe someone can help me to understand this… I’ve always thought of... »
Towards a New Christian Progressivism
First, a little historical perspective … One can arguably say that postmillennialism was “progressive” because it sought to better the lot of human existence through the establishment of God’s kingdom. Though the early movement was beset with ecclesiastical corruption and theological incongruities, the lot of humanity was improved. Women were now seen as ontological equals... »
A Place for Men?
As competition for pulpits increases there are fewer and fewer opportunities available for domestic ministry. Bible colleges and seminaries are cranking out trained pastors by the hundreds and thousands, but these men have no churches where they might serve. Those who do serve are often plagued by failure and a misunderstanding of their calling. ... »
BAG It!
A few weeks ago my church hosted a “BAG It” dinner for approximately fifty men. B.A.G. = Belonging, Active, Growth. Lest anyone wonder about the target audience, all the promotional material and announcements clearly identified the event as “Men Only.” The theme was Don’t be a Girly Man, Be a Godly Man. What exactly is... »
Dorothy Sayers Speaks
I just love to read and re-read anything by Dorothy Sayers. Take this from “Creed or Chaos?” “If all men are offended because of Christ, let them be offended; but where is the sense of their being offended at something that is not Christ and is nothing like Him? We do Him singularly little honor... »
