Order Dr. Craig S. Keener's Paul, Women, and Wives: Marriage and Women's Ministry in the Letters of Paul

Order Tracey Gee's book The Magic of Knowing What You Want: A Practical Guide to Unearthing the Wisdom of Your Desires. And you can learn more about Tracey on her website.

Check out my notes on the Better on the Inside Substack.

Summary

In this episode, Jon Pyle discusses the importance of understanding one's desires and the impact of spiritual formation in the digital age. He delves into the complexities surrounding women in ministry, referencing the book 'Paul, Women, and Wives' by Craig Keener. The conversation emphasizes the need for a theological framework to support women's roles in the church, the significance of exegesis, and the importance of context in biblical interpretation. Jon highlights the ongoing evangelical debate regarding gender roles and the hermeneutical issues that arise in interpreting scripture, ultimately advocating for a more inclusive understanding of women's contributions to ministry.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Spiritual Formation

02:23 Women in Ministry: A Theological Perspective

11:25 Understanding Exegesis and Its Importance

40:13 Contextual Interpretation of Scripture