The wizard Simon of Samaria wanted to be powerful and famous. His nickname was “The Great Power of God!” and he had a many fans. When he heard the gospel of Jesus, as preached by Phillip and proved by miraculous signs, he believed. Still a fan of “magic,” Simon coveted the power of Peter and… Read More Irenaeus
Jesus said to her, “Mary.” She turned toward him and cried out in Aramaic, “Rabboni!” (which means “Teacher”). Jesus said, “Do not hold on to me, for I have not yet ascended to the Father. Go instead to my brothers and tell them, ‘I am ascending to my Father and your Father, to my God… Read More Women in the Text: Mary Magdalene
I’ve been asked what I’ve been reading to change my mind about the place of women in the church and home? The Bible. Obviously. And quite a few blogs. Recently, I discovered this book, published last year. How I Changed My Mind about Women in Leadership compiled by Alan Johnson. It is filled with personal… Read More How I Changed My Mind about Women in Leadership compiled by Alan Johnson
Even though there has always been distinctions in man’s work and woman’s work, it has only been in the last 200 years that the work required differing locations.… Read More Who belongs at home?
Men (humans) like to tack traditions to Bible truths. In another post I called this progression; taking what the Bible says and going a step further. Sometimes things go so far, we forget what is actually inspired and what isn’t! Here are some “traditions” that result from male headship. These are not taught in the… Read More Traditions of Men
Kay Bonikowsky 