The Forgotten Christian Scholar Who Brought Scripture to Millions of Indian Women
As we enter the second week of Women’s History Month, I want to take this time to reflect on Pandita Ramabai. She’s a fascinating figure and not nearly as well-known in Western theology as she should be. For much of Christian history, the names of great theologians have been overwhelmingly male and overwhelmingly Western. Yet,…
The Danger of Proof-Texting: Why the Bible Must be Read in Its Context
On an early Sunday morning, a small congregation gathered with guitars, raised hands, and a wooden box of copperhead snakes at the front of the sanctuary. As the pastor preached, he lifted a snake into the air. “They will pick up serpents,” he declared. Minutes later, chaos followed. There’s a bite, followed by more panic…
Don’t Settle! Achsah’s Request for Blessing (Joshua 15:16–19)
The narrative of Achsah, daughter of Caleb, isn’t just about inheriting a blessing; it’s about asking in expectation and refusing to settle. In Joshua 15, Caleb promises his daughter Achsah in marriage to whoever successfully captures Kiriath-sepher. Othniel accomplishes the task and receives Achsah as his wife. Shortly thereafter, Achsah approaches her father with a…
Kiah Wakefield 