Sons of Patriarchy The Wilson Women
Jun 23, 2025
Guest Jessica Jenkins, creator of We Who Thirst, explores the writings of Nancy Wilson, Rebekah Merkle, and Rachel Jankovic. She critiques their influence in evangelical circles and discusses key themes like homemaking, abortion, and feminism. Jessica sheds light on how their rhetoric appeals to conservatives seeking clarity and belonging. She highlights the problematic interpretations of scripture and the isolation dynamics within their teachings. Jenkins emphasizes the importance of contextualizing women's roles in biblical narratives, aiming to empower rather than restrict.
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Emotional Appeal Explains Popularity
- The Wilson women target weary Christian mothers with messages that give daily homemaking meaning and purpose.
- That emotional appeal explains their reach despite shallow scholarship.
Platform Multiplies Influence
- The Wilsons' platforming by outlets like Desiring God amplifies their cultural influence across evangelical networks.
- Their reach extends into missions and churches, multiplying global impact.
Role-Centered Messaging
- Their core message repeatedly centers on defining women's roles as homemaker, wife, and mother.
- Even Exile explicitly asks, "what did God make real women for?" and orients content to that question.
