Here you’ll find articles about the mutuality and equality of men and women in Christian marriage and ministry, as well as articles on women in the Bible and in the early church. Take a look around.
~ Marg Mowczko
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How did John use the words “children,” “fathers,” and “young men” in 1 John 2:12-14? Was he writing only to men? Were women excluded from any of these groups?
In this article, which began as notes for a recent interview, I look at how Paul used kephalē (“head”) in Ephesians chapters 1, 4, and 5. There is a consistent theme in how Paul used this word in Ephesians.
In part 2, I discuss Origen’s remarks on Philip’s daughters, Deborah, Huldah, Anna, and Miriam, remarks that are still being used to restrict women from “public” ministry.
Origen and other church fathers had issues with the Montanists and their female leaders. I give an overview of Montanism in this article.
NEW Here are links to books and papers on women in early Christianity, and related topics, that can be read for free online.
Different translations focus on either Sarah’s faith or Abraham’s faith in Hebrews 11:11. Who is the subject of this verse?
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