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What's New on the Website Check out the following materials put up within the last couple of years! 4/10 Introducing GWTW on Facebook! Check it out and join the discussion. Many thanks to Pastors Ross and Brenda Wood, founders and shepherds of the Facebook page. Meet the Woods on the GWTW "Who We Are..." page 4/10 The book God's Word to Women is now available for purchase at our brand new Amazon "God's Word to Women Storefront" for $13.50 as well as on the GWTW website (click on the top right of the home page to order) 4/10 Charis Hart, GWTW webservant and blog steward is collecting links to articles where Katharine Bushnell’s work is quoted. Says Charis, "I am including academic articles with bibliographic reference to her work as well as personal testimonies which speak of her influence." Readers, please let Charis know of other articles you find deserving of inclusion by posting the link on the GWTW Blog or contacting Charis by e-mail [titus2keeper@gmail.com]. 3/10 Gladys Masore has added to the GWTW missions’ ministry the testimony found here which adds more details and offers some jewelry to those who make a donation. GWTW now covers 8 different cities in Kenya , including Nairobi , which is the capital of the country and where Sr. Gladys lives with her husband Zaphania, pastor of their home church, who fervently supports her and her work to the extent that he participates in the conferences and seminars with his wife. During this year 2010 and extending into the first quarter of 2011, these women will go to 12 more cities in Kenya. They plan to win 3,000 more souls to the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ. Presently they have 295 women they count as a part of this ministry. The African women leading the GWTW Kenya ministry have supplied Barbara Collins with handmade African jewelry as a thank you gift for any US resident who sends a donation of $25 or more to support the GWTW Kenya Mission. Please write to gwtw@godswordtowomen.org giving your home address and telephone number in the U. S. after you have made your donation to assure that you receive your jewelry. Should you desire to see a picture of the jewelry, please include that request in your e-mail. Donations can be made via the donate button on the bottom right hand side of the GWTW Home Page 2/10 Professor Kristin Kobes Du Mez, Assistant Professor of History at Calvin College in Grand Rapids, Michigan has graciously granted GWTW permission to reprint her article "Beyond Knights and Damsels" where she draws heavily upon the writings of Katharine Bushnell to respond to modern evangelical writings such as John Eldredge’s Wild at Heart; Robert Lewis's Raising a Modern-Day Knight; James Dobson's Bringing up Boys; and Douglas Wilson's Future Men. Her upcoming book on Katharine Bushnell and Lee Anna Star, The Forgotten Woman’s Bible, is due to be published in 2011 by Westminster John Knox. 2/10 Susanna Krizo's newly released book is entitled When Dogmas Die: The Return of Biblical Equality. As a sample, please enjoy Chapter 12 of the book "Gal 3:28" published by permission of the author: click here. A special offer is now available for a limited time at Susanna's website: www.whendogmasdie.com Signed copies are only $12 (reg $21) plus Flat rate domestic US shipping of $3.95 for up to 10 books. 1/10 Gender-Based Abuse: A People Problem or a Theology Problem? by Jocelyn Anderson, author of Woman Submit! Christians and Domestic Violence 1/10 Carrie Judd Montgomery is the subject of an article by Jennifer Miskov. 12/09 Our first GWTW chapter began this year in the slums of Nairobi, Kenya under the leadership of Sr. Gladys Masore along with her husband and pastor, Zaphania Masore. GWTW couldn’t help but think why not? Jesus was born in a manger/stable, and our first chapter should be surrounded by humble beginnings as was GWTW at its founding in 1998. Can you believe a more insignificant place than the slums? Sr. Gladys just completed a Leadership Conference there on October 8-10, 2009 and is planning another one in December. Go here to see pictures of her and her husband and to read of her vision for the women of Kenya. 12/09 In October of this year, our second chapter GWTW began in South India. GWTW begins there in humble surroundings. A new article about the work in India can be found here. If you would like to donate to this Missions ministry of GWTW, you can do so on the lower-right-hand-side of the home page 10/09 Del Birkey has just completed a revision of his book The House Church: A Model for Renewing the Church (1988 Herald Press). The book is 20 years old and out of print, and many significant issues have arisen in our postmodern culture and the emergent church movement since then. New material has been added to define the house church both as the first-century New Testament model and as a worldwide reality. The revision is an eBook titled The House Church Book: Non Emerging New Testament Prototype. You can immediately find it on-line at http:/www.TheHouseChurchBook.com. To help you become acquainted with the book you will find Dr. Dean Arnold’s Foreword helpful, as well as a personal description of the content in Birkey’s Introductory Word. Free, and available in PDF download, are two chapters—the first and last. 10/09 Del Birkey, the author of The House Church Book passed away unexpectedly on May 13, 2009 at the age of 76, after suffering an intracerebral hemorrhage. (source) 10/09 Our first GWTW chapter began this year in the slums of Nairobi, Kenya under the leadership of Sr. Gladys Masore along with her husband and pastor, Zaphania Masore. GWTW couldn’t help but think why not? Jesus was born in a manger/stable, and our first chapter should be surrounded by humble beginnings as was GWTW at its founding in 1998. Can you believe a more insignificant place than the slums? Sr. Gladys just completed a Leadership Conference there on October 8-10, 2009 and is planning another one in December. Go here to see pictures of her and her husband and to read of her vision for the women of Kenya. In October of this year, our second chapter began in South India. Again, GWTW begins there in humble surroundings. Watch the home page for an article about India. 10/09 New page: "Who is God?" 8/09 J. Lee Grady is editor of Charisma magazine and author of 10 Lies the Church Tells Women. Through his ministry, The Mordecai Project, he confronts the abuse of women and helps churches train and release women leaders. Visit themordecaiproject.com for more information. His recent article, Breaking Up the Good Ole Boys' Club is reprinted with the gracious permission of J. Lee Grady and Charisma Magazine, Strang Communications. "It’s time for us guys to drop our fears and our macho attitudes—and anything else we’ve used to stop our mothers, sisters and wives from claiming their spiritual inheritance. I challenge you to open as many doors for them as possible." -Lee Grady [more...] 7/09 THE UNLIMITED POWER OF PARTNERSHIP IN MARRIAGE & IN LIFE" by Dr. Eddie Hyatt 7/09 A Woman’s Place: Keeper at Home by Charis R. Hart. Have you heard of "a Titus 2 woman"? What is a "keeper at home"? Enjoy this Biblical word study which digs beneath the surface to reveal some surprising details about God's Calling upon women. 7/09 The Spring 2009 GWTW Newsletter contains articles about why we were created, marriage partnership, and against female genital mutilation. 5/09 Identifying Verbal and Emotional Abuse and Grounds for Divorce. Desiring to offer hope and healing to the abused, we introduce several new resources on abuse created by women who have personally been through the valley. They understand this topic intimately and have recovered strong voices to enlighten and equip others. 4/09 The Spring 2009 GWTW Newsletter contains the following new articles:
4/09 “Journey’s End", by Kathryn J. Riss, is more than a narrow focus on a few verses. It applies the entire sweep of Scripture to illuminate passages that have puzzled Christians for generations. These passages have too often been misused to hurt women which God never intended. Let Journey’s End answer your questions and settle your heart! Kathryn J. Riss (M. Div., Trinity Evangelical Divinity School; Th. M., Princeton Theological Seminary) was ordained a pastor in 1992 with her husband, church historian, Richard M. Riss. A gifted preacher, she serves on the FISH Hospitality Program Board and as CORE coordinator for United Protestant Marriage Encounter, New Jersey. Click here to read an excerpt from Chapter 7 of Riss' Journey’s End, Removing “Biblical” Barriers Between Women and their Destiny 1/09 Scott Womble of Saint Louis Christian College has written a powerful book that will surely answer the “woman question” for you in 95 different ways. Chapter 5 will give you an idea of what the book is all about. Click here. For instance, “Male leadership often uses the ‘headship’ argument, which essentially says that if they give a woman permission to speak, teach, etc., then she can do so under their authority. The problem with a move such as this is that it places man as an authority over the Word of God. In other words, although a complementarian may be firmly convinced that the Word of God prohibits women from teaching and leading in the church, if he decides that an exceptional woman may do so, it instantly becomes permissible. The church must be watchful of people who place themselves over the authority of Scripture.” That’s good advice as is the entire 491 page book which sells for $19.99 plus shipping and handling. You may order directly from Scott Womble: tscottwomble@sbcglobal.net. 1/09 The Winter 2009 GWTW Newsletter addresses the issue of Marriage and Cultural Foundations in new articles by Barbara Collins and Gay Anderson. Abuse in Christian homes is the topic of an article by Dr. Catherine Clark Kroeger. 1/09 Here are links to a selection of blog entries from the GWTW blog related to marriage:
1/09 Adele Hebert, a friend of GWTW from Canada, wrote this article on “Jesus Was Angry”. Should you as a Christian get angry? Who was the first person in the Word that was angry and why? The whole article will surprise you. Enjoy! 10/08 If you are missing the latest newsletters click here for the archives. Due to technical failure we lost our mailing list, and we didn't have it backed up. If you would like to re-subscribe, you may do so at the "free newsletter" page. 10/08 Should you desire an excellent curriculum on abstinence called "Priceless" by MariAnne Falls and Bethany Burkhall, please write to Shaunessy McNeely at Global Refuge (shau.mcneely@gmail.com). GWTW verifies the material, which is outstanding. 10/08 Women of the United States, elections are November 4. Read about the very courageous women who fought for our right to vote here: "WHY WOMEN SHOULD VOTE!" Whether you vote Democrat, Republican, or "other" — remember to vote. Every time you do, history is being made. 9/08 GWTW Missions Ministry: GWTW pledges to be a system that works well. None of us are “for sale.” All money you give will not be “held up” for administrative fees but will go directly to the ministry for which you gave it. Presently, we have proven contacts in the nations of Kenya, Nigeria, and Pakistan. In all these nations, women are mistreated, not only by the governments, but many times that prejudice shows through the Christian church. Won't you give to this Missions ministry of GWTW? You can do so on the lower-right-hand-side of the home page 9/08 Dr. Carrie R. Miles has recently written a guide which substitutes for the present one "Male and Female in Christ," which we have on the website and intend to keep. It's called, "New Man, New Woman, New Life – Bible Studies on Marriage, Family, and Gender." Take a look at this new guide at New Man, New Woman, New Life. Better still, run off a copy for yourself as a gift from Carrie. 9/08 Barbara Collins and Gay Anderson address the issue of Abortion and moral decay in their new articles: Abortion: the Culture of Death by Barbara Collins and What if the Foundations be Destroyed? by Gay Anderson.
7/03/08 David Fees’ passed away on April 12, 2008. An apostle and prophet, Br. David made many trips to west Texas. He was one of the first authors on this website – “Breakthrough News for Women” and “Priscilla and Phoebe show us about Paul.” At this second article, you may read his bio. 7/03/08 Leonard Swidler has written a book, taking the name of the article on the GWTW website – Jesus was a Feminist. His original article is found at http://www.godswordtowomen.org/feminist.htm along with a book review by Adele Hebert. 7/03/08 GWTW cannot thank Charis R. Hart enough for the building up of the Abuse section of this website. She has tirelessly labored to begin a journey that will be continued in the days ahead. Charis is the steward of the GWTW blog. 7/03/08 "Healing Resources for those wounded by abuse." See new articles under this heading. 7/03/08 "Educational resources." Theological perspectives. How should the church respond? Abuse defined. Historical perspective. 7/03/08 "Testimonies of women who faced abuse." More uplifting and encouraging testimonies can be found here. 7/03/08 "Testimonies of men who experienced transformation." Be sure to check out the new additions to this new segment. 4/15/08 "Women in Leadership in the Kingdom" by Felicity Dale - an article first published on the House2House website. 4/15/08 Rejoice! We now have a website to recommend to you that blogs only on Bushnell's GWTW book. Check it out. You'll like it! The web-servant, Charis, welcomes your comments. 4/15/08 GWTW's Stand on Marriage: And the Two Shall Become One 2/29/08 GWTW web site and newsletter hosted by Church Quest (new name "MEDIASERVE") 1/15/08 God's Word to Women Newsletter Winter 2008 Quarterly Newsletter 12/12/07 Overcoming Sexual Trauma by Gayle Rogers. This is one of a series of updated articles dealing with sexual abuse. Here Gayle provides seven steps that are necessary if one wishes to being free of the trauma caused by the horror of sexual abuse. 12/12/07 Binding the Strongman by Gayle Rogers. This is a second updated article on overcoming sexual trauma. Gayle discusses masturbation and reminds us that we must fight the good fight of faith by warring against the enemy and not allowing him to take control over our destiny. 12/12/07 Overcoming Sexual Trauma Through Understanding the Essence of the Fullness of the Godhead by Gayle Rogers. This third updated article from her series on overcoming sexual abuse looks at the power available to us for healing and deliverance when we grasp the love of God and who we are in Christ. 10/24/07 Why GWTW No Longer Carries Dr. Ann Nyland's Works 10/19/07 Does Belief in Women's Equality Lead to an Acceptance of Homosexual Practice? by Dr. Catherine Clark Kroeger. Dr. Kroeger gives clear explanation, including scripture reference and word study, to uphold the conviction that one can support biblical equality without endorsing homosexual practice.
9/26/07
Submission
and Equality by Dr. Kluane Spake. This
outstanding article by Dr. Spake provides a long
needed addition to our understanding of Christian
submission. 9/6/07 Healing Words for September 2007 Many are hurting from a multitude of causes. When you read these words and let them sink into your spirit and touch the wound, our prayer is that you will be healed.
8/10/07 Worthwhile Projects If you are looking for an opportunity to minister through giving you will not go wrong with any of these. The people are honest and you can be assured that your money will go for the intended purpose and not to line pockets or pay exorbitant administrative costs.
8/10/07 God's Word to Women Newsletter Summer 2007 Quarterly Newsletter
8/10/07 So You’re Planning a Mission Trip—Things You Don’t Need to Learn From Experience by Barbara Collins, Pat Joyce and Kathy Wozniak. We knew some travel tips before our trip to Kenya, but it would have been great if we had known all we know now before we left.
8/10/07 Report on the Trip to Kenya by Pat Joyce, Kathy on Kenya by Kathy Wozniak, The Face of Poverty by Barbara Collins Individual perspectives on the trip to Kenya by God's Word to Women. 8/6/07 What is PASCH? God's Word to Women has been working to improve resources for those suffering abuse or working with the abused. PASCH, Peace and Safty in the Christian Home, is an excellent organization with an informative website. GWTW has had a link to their website for years, but their information needs to be more visible on our site. Therefore, we are posting some of their basic documents in the hope of reaching a broader audience. 8/6/07 Symptoms of Abuse from the PASCH website gives not only symptoms of abuse but also what to do and how to do it to escape a dangerous situation including preplanning. This article is also useful to those assisting victims of abuse. 8/1/07 Healing Words - Many are hurting from a multitude of causes. New scriptures are put up monthly. Let them sink into your spirit and touch the wound, our prayer is that you will be healed 7/28/07 A Woman Condemned by Katharine Bushnell. Bushnell confronts the double standard of sexual conduct and the disgrace of women who were often coerced into sex. She uses an event in China to illustrate the barbaric nature actions our society considered culturally appropriate. We thank John Bushnell, a great nephew of Katharine, who sent us a copy of this booklet. 4/22/07 Inequality Hinders Kenyan Women Kenyan women experience a wide range of discriminatory practices, limiting their political and economic rights and relegating them to second class citizenship. 4/22/07 Prophetic Word through Kim Clement This prophecy was given March 3, 2007 in Dallas. "God said, "I'm looking to women again to bring forth and to birth what will change a generation . . . " 4/18/07 Sisters In Healing is an article about Mary Dunham Faulkner and how God led her to her ministry through Leah's Sisters, an organization committed to rebuilding nations through restored women. Here is a word of hope, encouragement and motivation. 4/17/07 Testimony of Isabel Chapman which includes her conversion and first missionary experience in the mountains of Kalinga Apayao on the island of Luzon in the Philippines. Her experiences demonstrate the power of God in response to true faith. You don't want to miss this one! 3/8/07 This Woman You Gave Me, Lord! by Joel Davisson "This Woman You Gave Me, Lord!" is Chapter Three from The Man of Her Dreams/ The Woman of His by Joel and Kathy Davisson. In it Joel tells what it took to come to grips with his part in their marriage problems. The Davissons minister a strong word of marriage restoration drawn from their years of struggle, and the victory they now live. 3/8/07 God's Word to Women Statement of Faith 1/11/07 The Meaning of Head by Dr. Kluane Spake. The traditional interpretation of headship in the English language means that man has authority over the woman. Is this true and if not, why not ? In an excellent article Dr. Kluane Spake traces the origins of the traditional position on headship and reveals the flaws and unbiblical nature of such teaching. 10/20/06 Walking Free in the Kingdom by Barbara Wentroble. Relationships are critical to our walk as Christians. In this article Barbara discusses the concept of Christian submission. She also shares how God showed her the crying need for women to know the freedom they have in Christ. 10/18/06 In the Beginning . . . by Karen K. Davidenko. Karen submitted this article on Genesis to a blog. When we saw it we thought it would be a fine word for the newsletter and a great addition to the website. Enjoy! 9/25/06 Dr. Katharine Bushnell, A Brief Sketch of Her Life and Works by Katharine C. Bushnell. Bushnell condenses a lifetime of service into seventeen action filled pages. Written by herself at Shanghai by request of the Editor of the “Biblical Recorder” of Australia, it was republished in England by her permission. 9/25/06 The Queen's Daughters in India by Katharine Bushnell and Elizabeth Andrew. This short book reveals how “Christian” England hid behind “Contagious Diseases Acts” and gave government sanction to the sexual “needs” of the British Army stationed in India. See how young Indian women were held to prostitution by the iron law of military regulation. 8/30/06 Patriarchy or Gender Equality? The Letter to the Ephesians on Submission, Headship, and Slavery by Carrie A. Miles. Is religion responsible for patriarchy or can its roots be found in economic necessity? Is Paul patriarchal or did early Christianity actually repudiate patriarchy? Carrie Miles answers these questions in this fascinating article. Don't miss it! 7/7/10/06 What About Submission and Headship by Joanne Krupp. Joanne has been in ministry to women since 1971. Here she addresses one of the most important and misunderstood New Testament passages dealing with husbands and wives -- Ephesians 5:21-33. This article is a rare occasion when one sees Ephesian 5:22-33 written in its proper context. |
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