This season of The Right Side Up is drawing to a close, and we are thrilled to welcome a dear mentor for so many of us, theologian Scot McKnight, to speak on Mary. Scot has written extensively about the empowerment of women in the church and the significance of Mary in the biblical narrative. In this conversation he also speaks to the erasure of women's voices throughout church history. We explore Scot's personal journey in understanding women's roles in ministry, he offers advice for male leaders, and emphasizes the importance of intentional action to create a more inclusive church environment. Expect to hear a lot about Mary's influence on Jesus and her role as a prototype of discipleship. This one really sums it all up.
Show Notes
Link to order the book: Need to Know: Empowering Female Leadership and Why It’s Essential for the Future of the Church
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takeaways
* The empowerment of women is essential for the future of the church.
* Mary's role in the biblical narrative is often overlooked.
* The erasure of women's voices in church history is a significant issue.
* Male leaders need to take intentional action to support women in ministry.
* Mary serves as a prototype of what it means to bear Christ.
* The Magnificat is a politically subversive text that has even been banned in some contexts.
* Women should be represented in leadership roles to change church dynamics.
* Intentional inclusion of women's stories is crucial for a balanced narrative.
* The church must recognize and celebrate the contributions of women.
Sound Bites
* "We, especially white men, often need to move over and get replaced by women."
* "Mary is the first prototype of a Christian."
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
05:33 The Erasure of Women from the Church's History
08:44 Scot's Journey and Changing Views on Women in Leadership
13:29 Advice for Male Leaders in a Patriarchal World
20:05 The Importance of Mary's Song and the Erasure of Women's Stories
26:28 The Significance of Mary in the Biblical Narrative
32:46 Mary as the Prototype of a Christian
38:22 Mary's Struggle and the Importance of Her Example
43:26 Conclusion and Blessing of Danielle's Leadership
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