Now that you’ve taken your official crash course on feminisms from the past century, it’s time to see how the Evangelical church reacted. Because while patriarchy has been around since the beginning, this particular update–dubbed “complementarianism”–is a specific response to the contemporary women’s movement.

I knew plenty of churches teach women can’t preach, but I was unaware how prescriptive the literature had become. In fact, becoming a godly woman or man had risen the ranks to rival if we value Scripture and even how we view God.

Plus, I got to throw in some Marvel references 💯

Enjoy!

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This is my thesis for my Masters of Theology on Mission degree from Northern Seminary. I'm releasing this as both an audiobook (I'm reading it to you) and a podcast (a rhythm of weekly episodes so we can thoughtfully engage along the way).

If you have thoughtful reflections or want to go deeper, you can get the eBook (with footnotes!) at brianmenzie.com. You can also reach me on Threads.

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Here's to the journey of Truly Us: Jesus, Gender, and How to be Human... Together.

Music Credits (Licensed via Soundstripe) "Newport Nights" by LNDO

"Meridian Moon" by Moments

"Summer Love" by The Night Driver