Just BE - Matters of Justice and Biblical Equality

Just BE - Matters of Justice and Biblical Equality

By Krista LucichReligion & SpiritualityChristianity
Download on the App Store

Just BE - Matters of Justice and Biblical Equality episodes

  • 25. "A woman should learn" 1 Tim 2:11 - and why women should go to seminary

    Replaying this episode from 2020, recorded almost a year before I started seminary! Thanks for your patience as I play some repeats during this busy season of life. Keep learning! Keep going! ~Krista

    At the founding of the early church, most women lacked the educational backgrounds that were afforded to men. Krista takes a closer look at how the Apostle Paul addresses this problem.  

    Scripture references:
    1 Timothy 2:11-12
    1 Corinthians 14:35
    Romans 12
    Galatians 3:28
    Proverbs 4:5-9


    11 min
  • 24. Blaming Eve for The Fall, Prescribing Patriarchy and other bad ideas

    Throughout the ages, the story of Eve's fruit eating faux paw has been used to support notions of women as being more prone to deception than men and viewed as temptresses and man's downfall.  In her fallen world Eve's husband would have the upper hand, and she would experience pain in childbirth. Rather than viewing these outcomes as tragic results of living in a world tainted with sin,  this story only confirmed the biases against women, and hailed the outcome of male-rule as a blessed solution to sin. But what if there was a better way to read and understand this story? Krista provides a clear and cohesive argument to support that the idea that the original state of equality and partnership between men and women as the ideal we must continue to strive toward. 

    29 min
  • 23. First Things First: Equality in Creation

    Replay review session! Men and women are co-image bearers of God, created to function as co-workers. Spoiler alert: women were not created to be subordinate "helpers" of men. Listen in to find out all the biblical evidence that supports this claim.

    Find out more episode details by checking out the show notes of Episode 2 from 5/22/20. Enjoy!

    29 min
  • 22. America's First World Renown Sex-Trafficking Whistle-blower: Kate Bushnell
    *Trigger warning, but not too explicit*
    Learn about *and be inspired by* this amazing woman who was a doctor, investigative reporter, advocate, international speaker, and biblical scholar during the late 19th century, until her death in 1946. She helped change laws both in the US and abroad to outlaw prostitution, ministered to (and freed) women caught in sexual slavery around the globe, and contributed biblical scholarship to dismantle the ways that sexism and patriarchy entangled themselves in the church and biblical studies.
    Reach out on Facebook, or at [email protected]!
    Show notes:
    Baker-Johnson, Sharon. “The Life and Influence of Jessie Penn-Lewis.” Priscilla
    Papers, Spring 2012. https://www.cbeinternational.org/resource/article/priscilla-papers-academic-journal/life-and-influence-jessie-penn-lewis
    Bushnell, Katharine. Union Signal, November 2, 1893, 5.
    ----- “Biography.” Francis Willard House and Archives at The Center for Women’s
    History and Leadership. https://franceswillardhouse.org/frances-willard/biography/ Accessed August 2021.
    Bushnell, Katharine, C. God’s Word to Women. Ed. by Amy Francis. 1903 and 2016.
    Du Mez, Kristin Kobes. A New Gospel for Women: Katharine Bushnell and the
    Challenge Of Christian Feminism. Oxford University Press, 2015.
    Haddad, Mimi. “Christian Compassion or Complicity: The Abuse and Gendercide of
    God’s Daughters.” She Loves. June 19, 2015. https://shelovesmagazine.com/2015/compassion-or-complicity/
    Haddad, Mimi. “A Life of Silence Breaking: Katharine Bushnell, MD.” Catalyst. March
    22, 2018. https://www.catalystresources.org/a-life-of-silence-breaking-katharine-bushnell-md/
    Hardwick, Dana. Oh Though Woman That Bringest Good Tidings: The Life and Work of
    Katharine C. Bushnell. Wipf and Stock Publishers, 1995.
    ----- “Mission and Vision.” Council for Biblical Manhood and Womanhood.
    https://cbmw.org/about/mission-vision/ Accessed August 19, 2021.
    Walsh, Julie. “What Katharine Bushnell Still Has to Teach Us Today.” Priscillia Papers.
    Winter 2020. January 31, 2020. https://www.cbeinternational.org/resource/article/priscilla-papers-academic-journal/what-katharine-bushnell-still-has-teach-us-today
    36 min
  • 22. America's First World Renown Sex-Trafficking Whistle-blower: Kate Bushnell

    *Trigger warning*

    Learn about *and be inspired by* this amazing woman who was a doctor, investigative reporter, advocate, international speaker, and biblical scholar during the late 19th century, until her death in 1946. She helped change laws both in the US and abroad to outlaw prostitution, ministered to (and freed) women caught in sexual slavery around the globe, and contributed biblical scholarship to dismantle the ways that sexism and patriarchy entangled themselves in the church and biblical studies. 

    Reach out on Facebook, or at [email protected]! 

    Show notes: 

    Baker-Johnson, Sharon. “The Life and Influence of Jessie Penn-Lewis.” Priscilla

    Papers, Spring 2012. https://www.cbeinternational.org/resource/article/priscilla-papers-academic-journal/life-and-influence-jessie-penn-lewis

    Bushnell, Katharine. Union Signal, November 2, 1893, 5.

    ----- “Biography.” Francis Willard House and Archives at The Center for Women’s

    History and Leadership. https://franceswillardhouse.org/frances-willard/biography/ Accessed August 2021.

    Bushnell, Katharine, C. God’s Word to Women. Ed. by Amy Francis. 1903 and 2016.

    Du Mez, Kristin Kobes. A New Gospel for Women: Katharine Bushnell and the

    Challenge Of Christian Feminism. Oxford University Press, 2015.

    Haddad, Mimi. “Christian Compassion or Complicity: The Abuse and Gendercide of

    God’s Daughters.” She Loves. June 19, 2015. https://shelovesmagazine.com/2015/compassion-or-complicity/

    Haddad, Mimi. “A Life of Silence Breaking: Katharine Bushnell, MD.” Catalyst. March

    22, 2018. https://www.catalystresources.org/a-life-of-silence-breaking-katharine-bushnell-md/

    Hardwick, Dana. Oh Though Woman That Bringest Good Tidings: The Life and Work of

    Katharine C. Bushnell. Wipf and Stock Publishers, 1995.

    ----- “Mission and Vision.” Council for Biblical Manhood and Womanhood.

    https://cbmw.org/about/mission-vision/ Accessed August 19, 2021.

    Walsh, Julie. “What Katharine Bushnell Still Has to Teach Us Today.” Priscillia Papers.

    Winter 2020. January 31, 2020. https://www.cbeinternational.org/resource/article/priscilla-papers-academic-journal/what-katharine-bushnell-still-has-teach-us-today

    36 min
  • 21. Addressing 1 Timothy 2:12 (Again)

    1 Timothy 2:12, "I do not permit a woman to teach or to assume authority over a man," has long been misunderstood and used to reinforce unhealthy (and unchristian) gender dynamics. If you're caught wondering, "What does this verse even mean? What is this passage all about?" then listen in to this episode and share with a friend!  

    29 min
  • 20. Is the curse on Eve prescriptive or descriptive? ("Is it wrong to alleviate pain in childbirth?" and other thoughts) ~REPLAY from 5/29/20

    Eve wasn't deceived because she was a woman, no more that Adam sinned because he was a man. That the story of original sin has played into the hands of those who would contend that women aren't suitable as leaders and decision makers is a clear misreading of Genesis 3. 


    Throughout the ages, the story of Eve's deception has been used to support notions of women as being prone to deception and viewed as temptresses.  In her fallen world, Eve's husband would have the upper hand, and she would experience pain in childbirth. Rather than viewing these outcomes as tragic results of living in a world tainted with sin,  this story only confirmed the biases against women, and hailed the outcome of male-rule as a blessed solution to sin. But what if there was a better way to read and understand this story? Krista provides a clear and cohesive argument to support that the idea that the original state of equality and partnership between men and women as the ideal we must continue to strive toward.


    29 min
  • 19. Qualifications for Church Leaders - 1 Timothy 3:1-13 with Marg Mowczko

    What does the Bible say about qualifications for church leadership? Many of our Bible translations give off the impression that certain senior church leadership roles should be held exclusively by men. But are we right in thinking this? In this episode, Krista talks about this issue with Australian writer/speaker/blogger Marg Mowzcko, in regards to 1 Timothy 3:1-13 and its implications for church leaders. From exploring the nuances of the ancient Greek language to 1st century Roman cultural influences on the early church, Marg reveals the ways in which this passage has been misunderstood and poorly applied and how the New Testament broadly affirms the ministries of women.

    Be sure to check out Marg's blog, including these articles which relate to today's discussion on 1 Timothy 3, here, or here: https://margmowczko.com/category/equality-and-gender-issues/1-timothy-3/

    Follow Marg on Twitter @MargMowczko and FaceBook www.facebook.com/MargMowczko

    Reach out to Just BE on FaceBook @justbepodcast www.facebook.com/justbepodcast 

    Leave Krista a voice message! She'd LOVE to hear from you! 

    Books mentioned:

    Holding Up Half the Sky: A Biblical Case for Women Leading and Teaching in the Church, by Graham Joseph Hill

    Man and Woman, One in Christ: An Exegetical and Theological Study of Paul's Letters, by Philip B. Payne

    Music by www.bensound.com

    37 min
  • 19. Qualifications for Church Leaders--1 Timothy 3 with Marg Mowczko

    What does the Bible say about qualifications for church leadership? Many of our Bible translations give off the impression that certain senior church leadership roles should be held exclusively by men. But are we right in thinking this? In this episode, Krista talks about this issue with Australian writer/speaker/blogger Marg Mowzcko, in regards to 1 Timothy 3:1-13 and its implications for church leaders. From exploring the nuances of the ancient Greek language to 1st century Roman cultural influences on the early church, Marg reveals the ways in which this passage has been misunderstood and poorly applied and how the New Testament broadly affirms the ministries of women.

    Be sure to check out Marg's blog, including these articles which relate to today's discussion on 1 Timothy 3, here, or here: https://margmowczko.com/category/equality-and-gender-issues/1-timothy-3/

    Books mentioned:

    Holding Up Half the Sky: A Biblical Case for Women Leading and Teaching in the Church, by Graham Joseph Hill 

    Man and Woman, One in Christ: An Exegetical and Theological Study of Paul's Letters, by Philip B. Payne


    Music by www.bensound.com


    37 min
  • 18. The Death Penalty and Justice: The Unsettling Case of Lisa Montgomery and a Call for Clemency
    In this episode Krista and her guests, attorney Kelley Henry and Diane Mattingly, explore the humanity of one of "the least of these"--a victim of extreme abuse, mental illness and a death-row inmate, Lisa Montgomery. Kelley and Diane make a strong case for clemency for Lisa and describe the psychological toll that unchecked child abuse and torture can have on a person. Diane speaks about the power of love in a child's life and shares the dramatic impact her own foster family had on her life as she pleads for the president to show clemency, giving her sister life in prison without parole.  
    You can sign the petition here. 
    Click here for Diane Mattingly's featured article on Newsweek.com.
    The Case of Lisa Montgomery: A Childhood of Torture, Rape, And Sex Trafficking Leading to Lifelong Mental Illness
    "Lisa Montgomery’s life has been marked by relentless trauma and terror, exacerbating her genetic predisposition to severe mental illness. Lisa committed her crime while in the grip of a psychotic episode and even today, she must take a complex cocktail of medications to stave off recurrent psychosis.
    She is the only woman under a federal death sentence and the only woman on death row in the entire country for the type of crime that she committed. Although Lisa was only recently denied an appeal, the government has already set a date for her execution on December 8, 2020 [now moved to January 12, 2021 due to Covid-19]. Lisa’s case has been marked by gender discrimination, ineffective lawyering, and other serious errors.
    Lisa is a survivor of child abuse, domestic violence, incest, multiple rapes, and child sex trafficking. Lisa’s mother sexually trafficked her starting when she was a small child, including allowing her to be gang raped by adult men on multiple occasions and telling Lisa she had to “earn her keep.” Her years of torture at the hands of caregivers, documented brain damage, and severe mental illness have severed her connection with reality; without antipsychotic medication, she would lose the ability to understand what is happening to her and to know what is real.": [Keep reading at: www.savelisa.org.}
    Music by Veronica Cinibulk.
    25 min

About Just BE - Matters of Justice and Biblical Equality

From the publisher's feed

Just BE season 1 offers fresh perspectives on what the Bible has to say about women and leadership. Too many women have been side-lined in today's churches due to controversial teachings of the…