The Equality Workbook: Freedom in Christ from the Oppression of Patriarchy

by Helga Edwards, Bob Edwards

Influenced by the patriarchy of Roman culture and ancient Greek philosophy, church leaders in the 3rd and 4th centuries began to translate and interpret the Bible with a systematic bias against women. This bias was carried over into the Protestant Reformation, and it continues to influence how the Bible is read and understood today. This workbook was written to help readers identify and remove patriarchal bias from Bible translation and commentary. As this bias is removed, it will become clear that far from being the will of God, patriarchy is a human tradition rooted in prejudice. This workbook also focuses on helping women to recover from the harmful effects of patriarchy. To help with the recovery process, the following topics are • overcoming the lies of shame • suffering • the grief process • patriarchy and domestic abuse • rejecting patriarchal stereotypes • managing triggers • setting boundaries • freedom from codependence • healthy egalitarian relationships • communication and problem-solving • overcoming negative patterns in relationships • living in balance. Women are encouraged to be empowered by God to bring healing and freedom to the world in Jesus’ name.

Genres: Theology

175 pages, Kindle Edition

Published December 29, 2016

Reviews

[Patti Hoeks]

After studying this subject for over 20 years I was delighted to find most of what I had found to be true all confirmed in an easy-to-read compilation. What I did not know, however, was the history of Patriarchy that the Edwards include in this workbook, which I appreciate beyond words. In addition, I fit the profile of people who have been harmed by the oppression of Christian patriarchy. So the last half of the workbook helped me on a very personal level.

[Tim Wester · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very well written and something all should read