Men and Women in Genesis 1
Genesis 1 tells us about God’s creation of humanity and the equal status and authority of men and women. This message of equality is lost in some interpretations tainted by influences from the ancient Greeks.
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Posted by Marg | Aug 31, 2013 | All Posts on Equality, Gender in Genesis 1-3
Genesis 1 tells us about God’s creation of humanity and the equal status and authority of men and women. This message of equality is lost in some interpretations tainted by influences from the ancient Greeks.
Read MorePosted by Marg | Aug 29, 2013 | All Posts on Equality, Equality in Marriage
Wifely submission is never mentioned in the OT or in the Gospels. It is mentioned, however, in a few of the later New Testament letters. These few mentions have typically been given priority over verses which are about mutuality in marriage. Why is that?
Read MorePosted by Marg | Aug 23, 2013 | All Posts on Equality, Women in Ministry
This short article looks at how the Greek word kuria (“lady”) is used in a few ancient letters, and how this usage helps us to understand the “chosen lady” in John’s second letter.
Read MorePosted by Marg | Aug 8, 2013 | All Posts on Equality
Apartheid, slavery, and patriarchy are three social systems where one group of people is more powerful than the other group. Does God want these systems operating in the community of his people?
Read MorePosted by Marg | Aug 5, 2013 | All Posts on Equality
Some girls want to fly paper airplanes, and some girls are very brave, but a 2011 study put out by Desiring God suggests these roles are for boys.
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