This book will help you think about and answer the following question:
Does the Bible teach us that women should be restricted from some areas of service and leadership in the church because of their gender OR does the Bible teach us women are called and gifted by God to serve and lead in the same way as men, without any restriction based on gender?
How one answers this question will have profound implications for individuals, the church, and the world the church serves. Wherever you might be in your own spiritual journey, your connection with the church and your life experience around this question, Yes She Can will challenge and inspire you. This book offers an opportunity to:
Gain clarity and move past some common mis-conceptions people have about this issueThink carefully about how to interpret the BibleWalk through portions of scripture that are especially relevant to the question at handBe inspired by the beauty and hope found in the person of Jesus and his gospel Wrestle with some of the essential and practical realities that surround this question
You may have never read a book on this topic or perhaps you have studied this in great detail. Whatever your background, Yes She Can offers an excellent overview that will help you take a solid look at the question of women in leadership in the church. This book can is written and offered with the hope of leading people into a place of humble confidence and gracious conviction as they see God's vision for how people in the church can share life and ministry together.
Yes She Can offers an excellent resource for small groups who would like to discuss this topic together. Discussion questions are included.
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I am excited to get [this book] into the hands of men and women who will be encouraged and challenged by what they read. If you have reservations about women in ministry, I think this book is for you. John's pastoral heart permeates the tone and spirit of his work, making it accessible to anyone.
—Reverend Tammy Swanson-Draheim, President of the Evangelical Covenant Church
John Jenks has produced a treatment of the women and ministry issue that combines solid biblical reflection, thoughtful social reflection, and pastoral sensitivity. I recommend this without reservation and with enthusiasm.
—Dave Nystrom, Professor of Biblical Studies, Western Seminary
