TY - BOOK AU - Bilezikian,Gilbert G. TI - Beyond sex roles: what the Bible says about a woman's place in church and family SN - 9781585580866 AV - BS680 .B496 2006 PY - 2006/// CY - Grand Rapids, Michigan PB - Baker Academic KW - Bible KW - Criticism, interpretation, etc KW - Women KW - Biblical teaching KW - Sex role KW - RELIGION KW - Biblical Criticism & Interpretation KW - Christian Theology KW - Christianity KW - Electronic books N1 - 1 (pages 253-257) and index; God's creation design --; Sudden death --; The old covenant compromise --; The new creation in Christ --; The new community N2 - This first-rate biblical and theological study offers an accessible examination of the key texts of Scripture pertinent to understanding female roles, affirming full equality of the sexes in family and church. The third edition has been revised throughout. Gilbert Bilezikian avoids using scholarly jargon and complex argumentation in the main text of the book to encourage readers to interact with the biblical research. The aim is for nonspecialized readers to be able to follow his discussion step-by-step, evaluate arguments, consider alternative views, and arrive at independent conclusions. The study guide format of the book is designed for either individual investigation or group work. Pastors, church leaders, students, and those interested in issues relating to gender and church life will value this classic work on the egalitarian viewpoint UR - https://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/ciu/detail.action?docID=5249092 ER -