In this episode, Kendra Dahl, Rebecca McLaughlin, Jen Oshman, and Wendy Alsup consider the Bible’s teaching about women through a Jesus-centered understanding of Scripture. They observe Christianity's historical and cultural influences and encourage women to stay engaged with the Scriptures, seek truth in community, and persevere in the good work God has called them to.
They discuss the following:
- Personal experience and why it's essential to study the Scriptures
- The misuse and misapplication of Scripture
- The importance of a Jesus-centered hermeneutic
- Why we need historical and cultural perspectives
- Encouragement for women who have a negative view of the Bible
Recommended resources:
- Is the Bible Good for Women? by Wendy Alsup
- Confronting Christianity by Rebecca McLaughlin
- Jesus Through the Eyes of Women by Rebecca McLaughlin
- Cultural Counterfeits by Jen Oshman
- It’s Good to Be a Girl by Jen Oshman