Sons of Patriarchy Doug Wilson in New Zealand
Mar 27, 2025
A New Zealand-based church member and parent shares her thoughts on Doug Wilson's writings and theology. She reflects on her initial encounters with Wilson, discussing the varied influence of his ideas in New Zealand churches. Key topics include her shifting views on women's roles, critiques of Wilson's public behavior, and troubling allegations related to community responses to abuse. The conversation emphasizes a need for nurturing pastoral care and highlights healthier resources for women, aiming for a more supportive church environment.
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Early Exposure Through Family
- The guest first encountered Doug Wilson through gifted books from her in-laws and family connections in the U.S.
- Wilson's influence felt familial rather than church-driven in her early experience.
Rereading Revealed Hidden Messages
- She enjoyed Rachel Jankovic's Loving the Little Years when her children were young.
- On rereading, she noticed implicit messages that women's identity is tied to husbands, which disturbed her.
Identity Is Not Spousal Attachment
- The guest argues there's no biblical warrant for women's identity being located in their husbands.
- She believes men and women have equal worth and diverse gifts from God.
