Tag Archives: Women’s roles

Denominations: Disciples of Christ and Independent Christian Church

The Christians Church (Disciples of Christ) saw its membership fall below 400,000 in 2018.  It is in rapid decline.  Jeff Walton writes, “At the current rate, the denomination will shrink by another 50 percent within a decade” (Disciples of Christ … Continue reading

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The Veil, Long Hair, and the Red Purse

Years ago, Roy Deaver wrote, “If the time ever comes when all impure women of Ft. Worth identify themselves by carrying a red purse on their right arm, I would argue strongly—   in light of 1 Cor. 11:2-16—that it would … Continue reading

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Role of Women (part 2)

The role of women has greatly increased over the years in the western world.  In the year 1900, only the country of New Zealand granted suffrage to women.  By 1914, seven countries were on board (New Zealand, Australia, Iceland, Finland, … Continue reading

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Role of Women (part 1)

What Women May Do?             Let us start by stating that we do not wish to leave the impression that a woman can’t do anything.  The fact is there are many things that a woman may and even should be … Continue reading

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