Kingdom Woman: Embracing Your Purpose, Power, and Possibilities

by Tony Evans, Chrystal Evans Hurst

A kingdom woman gives the devil as much reason to fear as a kingdom man. She lives confidently in the knowledge that Christ died and rose for her so that she can experience the significance of the destiny to which she has been called.

In Kingdom Woman, Tony Evans and his daughter, Chrystal Evans Hurst, remind women of their calling from God to be free, delivered, healed, and hopeful. The authors bring insight that encourages women to correct distorted perceptions and understand who they really are in Christ--never settling for less when connected with the One who gives them hope. All believers are covered by God's covenant with Abraham. Evans and Hurst want women to know these rights and confidently claim and live by them. The new covenant offers more than a life of mediocrity. A kingdom woman is called and empowered to live a life of victory through Christ!

Genres: Christian, Faith, Nonfiction, Spirituality, Religion, Christian Living, Audiobook

240 pages, Paperback

Published March 1, 2015

About the author

Librarian Note: There is more than one author in the Goodreads database with this name.

Anthony Tyrone "Tony" Evans Sr. is an American evangelical pastor, speaker, author, and widely syndicated radio and television broadcaster in the United States. Between 1976 and 2024, Evans served as senior pastor at the over-9,500-member Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship in Dallas, Texas.

Reviews

[Melanie · Rating 2 out of 5]

This book (and accompanying videos) was not really up my alley. The questions in the workbook portions, as well as some of the analogies, were frivolous to the point of bordering on insulting (actual example: "If someone were to turn you into a department store fashion mannequin right now, which department store would you like to represent? Macy's, David's Bridal, Dillard's, Lands' End . . . " First women are mannequins on display to bring people into God's store, then they are diamonds polished and put on display in a jeweler's case . . . ) I opened my bible relatively often while reading and watching, but only because I wanted to confirm the actual text. With good reason! Let's just say that some creative liberties were taken.

That said, I don't want to throw out the baby with the bathwater here. Nothing said was actually heretical. There were certainly insights present, and truths to be gleaned. For many people, this lighter style might be preferable. If, however, you are like me and prefer deeper, more intellectual teaching, which is more closely tied to biblical text, then this is not the book for you.

[Jazalyn · Rating 3 out of 5]

This took some time to read. It wasn't a difficult read, but it wasn't captivating. A lot of the ideas were nice reminders to live the life you claim to believe in. I started this book as a part of a study group, which was good to talk out the ideas with others. However, the group ended before we finished, so I read the rest on my own, and the experience wasn't the same. Would suggest reading in discussion group if interested.

[Sheryl Boyce · Rating 5 out of 5]

I finally finished!!! It took me forever but that was part of God's plan. I had to compare what I was reading to my life to get an understanding of a kingdom woman and how she operates. This book was AMAZING to me! I understand my gifts God has given me and my calling as a woman in the kingdom. I think every church's women ministry should read this. Or if you as a woman of God want to understand your place and your role in the kingdom; this book is for you. It's so much bigger than church women. Lol

[Olivia L. Gold · Rating 2 out of 5]

This book had some good thoughts and stuff to glean. But it also had some areas that I really didn't agree with. At one point when talking about mental health issues like depression there was an emphasis on it being spiritual at times which is true but and that only God could bring you out of it. It didn't encourage therapy and medications in a church culture that already stigmatizes mental health issues.

Also I felt it walked a dangerous line when discussing that Jesus is equal to God but was not equal to God in function or something along those lines when he was on earth. Which...what does that even mean? The concept of head ship is emphasized but seems to draw conclusions about Jesus that made me uncomfortable in the book. Also the Bible regularly calls all believers (men and women) to submit to one another. Submission isn't exclusively for women under men. It definitely lies on the complementarian side of things which isn't bad. But I think women should know that isn't the only interpretation of their roles.

Positives were that it emphasized women's value and purpose to be kingdom driven. But placed a lot of weight on raising a family. Again not bad things but wasn't very balanced.

And my last comment concerns Deborah. I don't think that Deborah was in charge and leading Israel because a man wasn't being a kingdom man. God didn't need her to be a leader because a man wasn't doing his job. Can we entertain the possibility that God can call women to be leaders because he has gifted them for such tasks?

[Jasmine (bookswithjazz) · Rating 5 out of 5]

I listened to this through an audiobook each morning. Tony Evans is my childhood pastor and his interpretation of the word is powerful. This book is a reread. I need to grab a physical copy so that I can annotate and reference.
I love the excerpts from Crystal as well. Her stories definitely brought modern life context and how to apply. I love how the stories from the Bible were integrated with application.
Hands down 5 star read.

[Bridget Jeffries · Rating 2 out of 5]

I'll just be blunt here: men writing books for women about how to be women is *absurd.*

Disagree? Okay, when is the last time you saw a book written by a woman for men about how to be a man? If a woman wrote a book about how a man can "Embrace [His] Purpose, Power, and Possibilities," would you want to read that for any reason other than to rubberneck a disaster?

And yes, I know the book is "co-written" by Tony Evans' daughter, Chrystal Evans Hurst. But she just provides vignettes from her life, most of which are about her father. I doubt her material accounts for even a quarter of the book. The bulk of the teaching and content in this book is Tony Evans' words.

Look, men, you already control the pulpits, the commentaries, the seminaries, the theologies, and, well, *the world.* Is it too much to ask that you leave instructions on how to be women to, y'know, actual women?

If the whole "men mansplaining to women how to be women" thing wasn't bad enough, the very first page of this book calls Virginia Woolf a "nineteenth-century author." Does Evans seriously not know what century Woolf is associated with? Has he not made enough money to hire a good editor by this point? (And I'm pretty sure that wasn't the only time I caught an author placed in the wrong century.)

It's all downhill from there. There's an entire chapter on how Christian women can be better housekeepers in which Evans advises women that if they're overwhelmed with the housework, they should hire someone to help. Because God forbid that a man help his wife around the home.

One of Chrystal's vignettes is about how she left her son with Evans in a cabin, and Evans went to a back room and didn't watch his grandson like he was supposed to, so the toddler went running out into traffic chasing cars. I kid you not, they try to turn this into a spiritual analogy.

I'm not one of those egalitarians who rates a complementarian book down just for being complementarian, but this book is just cringe-worthy with its ignorance about the actual lives of working women.

Do not recommend.

[Windi · Rating 2 out of 5]

Nothing new here. Love and submit to God first then husband, serve your church, raise your children, build your prayer life, etc. etc. Good encouragement but nothing to really sink your teeth into. Nothing that countless other books on the Christian bookstore shelves don't or haven't already told us. I mean no disrespect to the authors ... i guess i just hoped for and expected something ... more.

[Colleen Foster · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a book I feel that all women should read.

[Savio Sebastian · Rating 1 out of 5]

I was encouraged to pray reading this book. It reminded me that I needed to go to God in prayer - be persistent and keep praying because that's how God uses us to fulfill his purposes in our lives.

I was reminded also to give. We are called to be a blessing to those around us. Whether it's our time or money or other resources, we are to give.

While the authors do talk against having formula driven action (like empty promises to fix your body/lose weight heard on TV Shows) I feel they contradict themselves in the book by doling out formulas. Like giving to be blessed even more and praying in a way that makes God feel obligated to act on your behalf because of his name's sake. While I think giving is important and praying is also very important, I don't think the Bible encourages us to think of God as a debtor to us - obligated to do what we ask of him. The bible does say that God listens to us when we pray, but sometimes, the answers may not be exactly what we want. But we still need to ask in faith and pray knowing that for God, nothing is impossible - nothing is - but that never means that our ways are higher than God's ways - so God can never be obligated to us.

I did not like the book overall. I found it to be quite patronising towards its audience. Statements like these don't help: “It’s interesting that, there really is no Proverbs 31 for men in the Bible. Men need the whole Bible, women need a chapter.”

[Dee · Rating 3 out of 5]

Great Companion to Kingdom Man but I missed more of the personality of the Working Woman. Even the Proverbs 31 Woman stepped up to the challenges and remained grounded in her Home. As a Career DINK that was finally blessed with children, I had no choice in becoming a Stay-at-Home Mom based on special needs child demands. I understand the choice some Women make to stay home but this book was skewed more "traditional". My family "worked" the balance, allowing me to go back to work and I think a Kingdom Woman can do it, too.

Chrystal "voice" complemented her father, Tony Evans, well, without being diminished. They remind me of Robert and Mary on "Downton Abbey"... a growing respect and balanced strength. I look forward to reading more books by Crystal.

[Jessica]

a gift from someone. I could only skim it because I found it insane that a book on how to live your life as a woman is headlined by a man. The philosophies don't appeal to me in the least.

[Courtney Elayne · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was absolutely amazing. While there are many critical reviews about this book wing written by a man accompanied by stories from his daughter, I have to disagree those reviews.

Tony Evans is filled with knowledge and wisdom. This is a man who has published a Bible! I say this to share, Kingdom woman is based on biblical truth vs. matter of opinion. He not only share a woman’s role within the kingdom but examples of how it has been done biblically.

This book was not about how a woman should walk, talk dress and act but more so how a woman has been created to impact her community. He highlights the power and significance of a woman. He also share how women don’t play a small role in the kingdom of God! It is women who have the power of influence.

I was a little skeptic due the the reviews but after reading for myself, this booked blew me away. In all honesty, it only women who desire to be true kingdom women that will understand the depth of this book!

[Kami Sutterfield · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was a great read! I actually listened to it on audible, and I often wished I had the actual book so I could highlight some of the things Tony and his daughter said. I have been yearning to become a stronger Kingdom Woman, and this book gave me insight on how I can work toward being just that. It also broke down several passages in the Bible from the original text and helped me to understand what those scriptures truly meant, exposing how badly misinterpreted they often are in today’s world. I may still end up buying this actual book so I can highlight and study some of the points given. I recommend this to any woman who wants to better fulfill her Godly role or who just seeks a better understanding of how God views women.

[Ktreezy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Practical advice and good reminders of our calling as women in Christ. Would recommend to any woman who is a Christian and desires to see Christ displayed in her life. Only reservation was that a lot of examples dealt with married women who live middle class lives. I’m not married, so I couldn’t relate but I was still able to extrapolate wisdom from the stories. Would be good for a womens bible study.

[Ali Cabral · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely loved Kingdom Woman by Tony Evans and Chrystal Evans Hurst. This book is such a powerful reminder of our purpose and value as women of Christ. It beautifully blends biblical truth with practical encouragement, showing how God calls us to live with strength, dignity, and influence in every part of our lives. It’s uplifting, challenging, and so needed in today’s world. Definitely a must-read for any woman wanting to walk more fully in her God-given identity and purpose.

[Linda Sedillo · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book right here is amazing. I loved it and couldn't put it down. Dr. Tony Evans and his daughter Crystal share some personal stories that relate with its chapters topic. I highly recommended to all woman who are growing spiritually and who struggle with every day things, such as work, parenting, marriage and self-worth. A Kingdom Woman is someone we should strive to be. Grateful to have read this book. Thank you Lord Jesus.

[SoFrolushes · Rating 4 out of 5]

A really good book. Everything is explained well. Quite empowering to listen to as well. I like that his daughter also contributed to this book as well

[April Grob · Rating 4 out of 5]

I wish Chrystal did more of the writing and speaking because this is supposed to be from a woman's perspective. We want the woman's voice on how to be Kingdom Women and if Tony's message needed to be apart of this book, it should have been Tony's Chronicles. That part of the voice really bothered me because it almost seems as though it's a contradiction. I mean to say that women should be uplifted in God's kingdom the way God planned it but them only let the woman get a small portion of the chapter isn't cool. However, it was a great read and had great scripture to back up the message.

[Sue Allen · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was filled with good reminders on being the best woman I can be

[Gabrielle Jurgens · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great read and provides a great perspective on the empowering role women have on kingdom impact!!

[Sarah French · Rating 5 out of 5]

SO GOOD!

[Mary-ann · Rating 4 out of 5]

In Kingdom Woman, Tony Evans and his daughter, Chrystal Evans Hurst, remind women of their calling from God to be free, delivered, healed, and to have hope. The authors bring insight that encourages women to correct distorted perceptions and understand who they really are in Christ—never settling for less when connected with the One who gives them hope. All believers are covered by God’s covenant with Abraham. Evans and Hurst want women to know these rights and confidently claim and live by them. The new covenant offers more than a life of mediocrity. A kingdom woman is called and empowered to live a life of victory through Christ!
A kingdom woman gives the devil as much reason to fear as a kingdom man. She lives confidently in the knowledge that Christ died and rose for her so that she can experience the significance of the destiny to which she has been called.

We as women, have very important roles in life. Mr. Evans and his daughter clearly relate this in their book, "Kingdom Woman". They state our importance with out usurping our submission to our husbands. They define and teach us how important we are in God's eyes.
I also thoroughly enjoyed "Chrystals Chronicles"; She gives a women's perspective that makes us feel like we aren't alone in how we feel about ourselves as women.

This is a really great book, and I recommend that all women of all ages should read this.

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[Delaney Zook · Rating 5 out of 5]

"A kingdom woman is not a perfect woman. She is a forgiven woman."

I was a little hesitant to read a book about women be written by a man, but I guess truth is truth no matter whose mouth it comes from. Tony Evans and Chrystal Evans Hurst really put in the work here. I don't know if I've ever read a book that really gets to the heart of being a woman. There was no stereotype of every woman being the same, like, every woman being a mother. I mean, Evans goes on to explain that technically every woman is a mother in a way, but there were so many types of women touched on in this book. Single women, broken women, married women, barren women, women in modern times, women in biblical times, etc. Scripture was the focus of the book which obviously is important. I also just really respect what was said in this book and I really appreciate it. For a woman who wasn't exactly raised by a woman let alone a kingdom woman, this book really taught me a lot. I didn't really know what it looked like to be a Christian woman, but this book explained exactly what I needed to hear. Women are so cool and God really did something when He made us. It's good stuff and it's an easy and interesting read too which is appreciated.

[Abbi · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed reading Kingdom Woman. It's an insightful book full of genuine, scripture-based wisdom from two people who have and continue to study and put the Word of the one, true living God into action. I really appreciate Dr. Tony Evans' books because he is a man after the Lord's heart and you can feel it in his writing. I would recommend Kingdom Woman to woman of all ages and stages in their relationship with the Lord. As a single, twenty-something woman that makes a daily decision to have faith in the Lord regardless of how I'm feeling that day and what the circumstances are, I can honestly say that this book gave me hope. Hope about my future as a disciple for the Kingdom of the Lord our God. Hope for all women that desire to live a life that not only pleases the Lord, but also represents Him - holy, sovereign, and mighty.

[Patty · Rating 5 out of 5]

Powerful look at a woman's identity and value. My Bible study just went through this book, and I was powerfully changed for the better. I have read some Christian books that were either simplistic or distorting what God's word says about women, marriage and career. Tony Evans has clearly thought and prayed deeply on the matter (it probably helps that he has three daughters!). I appreciated the dignity and worth that he bestowed upon women, with plenty of Biblical examples to support it. I also loved the day-to-day life experiences of his daughter Chrystal that are woven throughout the book.

[Tracy Passmore · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent book. Tony Evans and his daughter give a great explanation of a Kingdom Woman. The book uses very applicable examples from the Bible and give women the power to do what God had designed us to do. It redefines our position as women and not in the way that the culture defines the women's role. Thank you to the Evan's family for empowering Christian families to live a God Honoring life.

[Andrew Brooks · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great read for women AND men. As a man who loves the Lord, I wanted to understand how I could help my wife operate as a kingdom woman.

In world where society has decided that submission is a bad word, Tony Evans and his daughter explain what true biblical submission is. They explain true biblical equality of men and women.

Women are incredibly special in the eyes of God. Far from "below" men.

Women and men who desire to be kingdom minded, read this book.

[Stephanie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Our ladies Bible study group read this as a class. Each chapter can be read as a stand alone, so it's great for groups where people might miss a week. I enjoyed some of the stories. I liked how each chapter had a lesson and a story from his daughter Crystal, sharing her personal experiences. Good book!

[oxfordcommasociety · Rating 1 out of 5]

This book is harmful to women for so many reasons: blames women for their own infertility, refuses to acknowledge women are equal to men, encourages “church court” even for domestic violence victims, and places more importance on a woman’s ability to give her husband children and a clean house than on her ability to use her education. Do not recommend.

[athenaowl · Rating 4 out of 5]

Enjoyed the book. Didn't do the study yet found some refreshing takes on the role of being a woman for the kingdom of God. Main book summary.... You don't have to seek anyone else's approval for the life God has given you.