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Ep. 192 - A Biblical View on Femininity

Ep. 192 - A Biblical View on Femininity

FromThe Living Waters Podcast


Ep. 192 - A Biblical View on Femininity

FromThe Living Waters Podcast

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Length:
49 minutes
Released:
Sep 5, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Ray, E.Z., Mark, and Oscar embark on an enlightening journey that interweaves humor, scripture, and society's pressing questions around femininity. Beginning with a playful conversation around individual aversions to certain foods, the guys soon engage in a deeper reflection on how God can be glorified in every aspect of our lives, even the seemingly mundane.The podcast then takes a sharp turn towards the serious as the guys scrutinize today's shifting definitions of womanhood and face the contentious issue of femininity, biblical womanhood, and gender roles head-on. A great shift in understanding is evident in society's detachment from scripture's clarity, which was recently seen when a US Supreme Court nominee found it challenging to define what a woman is. To counteract this confusion, we must recognize the indispensable role of scripture in magnifying the worth and function of women in society.Gender roles are also put under the microscope in today’s discussion. The examination explores why feminism often resists authority and submission, and how the world places undue pressure on women to be self-reliant, when true freedom is found not in autonomy, but in Jesus Christ. Unpacking the meaning of femininity through the lens of scripture and comparing it to definitions provided by dictionaries, the guys discuss the confusion and fear that can arise when people are not willing to speak the truth, emphasizing the importance of scripture in understanding the value of women and their role in society. This includes talking about the concept of authority and submission and how feminism is often seen rejecting it. With a biblical worldview we see that the role of a woman as a helpmate is not inferior to the man's role, but that God is glorified when the two work in partnership as He designed.Finally, the guys examine how a woman's desire should be for her husband and how the Fall has affected our views of femininity, as well as the dangers of dressing immodestly and how men and women can help each other stay away from sexual temptation.Be prepared for an episode that traverses from the playful to profound, challenging societal norms and sparking thought-provoking discussions. Thanks for listening! If you’ve been helped by this podcast, we’d be grateful if you’d consider subscribing, sharing, and leaving us a comment and 5-star rating! Visit the Living Waters website to learn more and to access helpful resources!You can find helpful counseling resources at biblicalcounseling.com.Check out The Evidence Study Bible and the Basic Training Course.You can connect with us at podcast@livingwaters.com. We're thankful for your input!Learn more about the hosts of this podcast.Ray ComfortEmeal (“E.Z.”) ZwayneMark SpenceOscar Navarro
Released:
Sep 5, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

Enjoy the ride with this hilarious new Podcast as hosts (Ray Comfort, Emeal (“E.Z.”) Zwayne, Mark Spence, and Oscar Navarro) and special guests explore the pressing questions of our day with sound theology and apologetics! We would love to hear from you. How has the podcast encouraged you? Are there any subjects you’d like the guys to cover or questions you’d like them to answer? Email us at Podcast@LivingWaters.com and you may hear your feedback and questions quoted on the next episode!