The Rise of Conservatism in the Southern Baptist Convention

This chapter explores the ascent of Paige Patterson and Paul Pressler in the 1980s, focusing on their efforts to instill conservative values within the Southern Baptist Convention. It critiques their resistance to progressive changes, particularly regarding women's roles, and discusses the emergence of the complementarian movement that enforces gender hierarchy. The chapter also reflects on the toxic dynamics of masculinity and the repercussions of these ideologies on women's rights and individual agency.