The Imago Dei: Women and the Church with Dr. Lisa Stephenson

In this episode, I discuss theological anthropology with Dr. Lisa Stephenson from Lee University. We delve into the concepts of Imago Dei, Imago Christi, and Imago Spiritus, emphasizing the importance of being created in God's image and its implications for gender roles in ministry. Dr. Stephenson shares her insights into the historical and scriptural challenges of integrating women into ministry roles, advocating for a comprehensive understanding and reinterpretation of biblical texts. We also talk about how gender issues change when viewed from a global and historical Pentecostal perspective. Show Notes: 01:30 Guest Introduction: Dr. Stevenson 01:59 Exploring Theological Anthropology 02:55 Understanding Imago Dei and Imago Christi 04:45 Introducing Imago Spiritus 06:15 Pentecost and Theological Anthropology 08:47 Women in Ministry: Biblical Perspectives 15:21 Challenges and Changes in Ecclesial Hierarchy 18:50 Global Perspectives on Women in Ministry 23:35 Concluding Thoughts and Recommendations