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The Myth of the Submissive Christian Woman
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Average Rating:  out of 9 Reviews
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Price: $14.99
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Sale: $5.99
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Manufacturer: Tyndale House Publishers
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EAN (European Article Number): 9780842371148
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Number of Items: 1
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Binding: Paperback
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Author: Brenda Waggoner
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Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers
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Dewey Decimal Number: 248.843
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Publication Date: 2005-01-05
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Reading Level: 224
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Description: Submission is a "loaded" word, and many Christians hold distorted perceptions about it. In counselor Brenda Waggoner’s new book, The Myth of the Submissive Christian Woman, the author disputes some of these beliefs as she explains what authentic, biblical submission looks like Some Christian women have equated Christian submissiveness and "dying to self" with low-esteem and self-rejection. Instead of walking with God, letting life flow from the Source she is deeply connected to, she ends up becoming weaker, by avoiding hard choices, being overly nice to keep the peace, and losing herself in relationships. She views the scriptures as a checklist for success, turning Bible verses into stifling legalisms as she tries harder and harder to be a submissive Christian woman. But the gospel offers new life in Christ to whosoever will come to him. It holds out hope and freedom to all those who will live truthfully, in joyful submission to Christ above everything and everyone else. It embraces humanity and imperfection instead of success formulas, and it describes a life of personal holiness and purpose, achieved only through trust, obedience, and a fierce yieldedness to the One leading the way. Discover the subtle myths that may be holding you back from walking, skipping, or dancing in step with Christ. The author shows readers how to identify and exchange their wrong beliefs – the myths – for the truth. She concludes by explaining what dying to self really means, and how to become alive to God. The book provides questions for reflection and study at the end of each chapter for those who want to dig deeper, and group guidelines for those who want to discuss this topic further in a group.
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Customer Reviews
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Review Summary: The Myth of the Submissive Christian Woman |
Date: 2008-03-09 |
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Details: As a therapist working with many women - I have found this a great resource in teaching differentiation - women growing up and being themselves instead of remaining connected to others in an almost childlike way. I think this book clearly teaches, using relevant examples the skills of taking responsibility for yourself as an adult woman. It would be a book that those without a spiritual part of their lives could still gain much from. Thankyou Brenda! |
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Review Summary: Highly Recommended by the authors of "The Man of Her Dreams/The Woman of His!" |
Date: 2007-06-12 |
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Details: We were thrilled to discover this gem of a book. Brenda covers this subject wonderfully, setting women free of the shackles of a false submission that so many have suffered under. Brenda tackles the false sense of submission, not only in the home, but in every area of life.
Anytime we find a book that compliments our two books, we highly recommend it.
For further reading along these lines that is marriage-specific, look at the following: The Man of Her Dreams The Woman of His!
and The Man of Her Dreams The Woman of His 2 - Livin' It and Lovin' It! (Volume 2)
Blessings!
Joel and Kathy |
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Review Summary: Finally I understand. |
Date: 2006-11-18 |
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Details: I always felt uneasy about this area in my christian walk, because I have seen and heard of many women trapped in marriages when submission is interpreted as "subservience". Submission has been a much abused principle, and much of the "abuse" happens in the body of Christ. This book opened my eyes, giving me the correct perspective on submission. It is a "must read" for persons involved in women's ministries, pastors and marriage counsellors, so that the correct perspective can be taught to both men and women. It is also a good gift for single women who are contemplating marriage, and for married women who have difficulty with "submission" as we know it. An EXCELLENT book, and the exercises at the end of each chapter allow for personal reflection. |
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Review Summary: Not your ordinary Christian self-help |
Date: 2006-11-18 |
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Details: With passionate caring, Brenda Waggoner delves into a dense area of Christian struggle. Not just for women, and not just on the obvious topic suggested in the title, this book probes your heart. Going deeper than most self-help Christian books, you can receive guidance from Brenda if you are ready to spend real time with each chapter. She offers scripture to meditate upon, and questions that initiate your own inner exploration. Perhaps most importantly, she opens up her own life struggles to the reader. She comes to the book not just as the therapist that she is, but as the woman she is, who became the therapist. Highly recommended. |
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Review Summary: The Myth of the Submissive Saint |
Date: 2006-06-18 |
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Details: This is a good book. My only problem with it is that it is written for women. I understand that Brenda Waggoner specializes in ministry to women and that this book would make a great study book for a ladies' reading group. I also understand that it touches on an area concerning women where there has been much erroneous teaching. However, it has been my experience that struggles with dominance and submission are not gender specific. Many women have control issues and many men are recessive. Also, while the majority of illustrations in this book are gender specific, the Scriptures, quotes, and outline certainly are not. This book would be of value to people of both sexes. Many people, both male and female, both dominant and recessive, could benefit from wrestling with the statements made in this book.
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