Made by Design: A Biblical Perspective of Women in Ministry and Leadership

By F. Dean Hackett

What did Paul mean when he said that women should stay silent in the church? What is the role of women is in the body of Christ? Can a woman hold a position in the church and stay true to biblical text? Maybe you've asked these questions and others, and would like to know what the Bible really has to say beyond the talking points of the debate that has surrounded this subject for decades. Made by Design pulls back the curtain on the feminist movement that has infiltrated the body of Christ while simultaneously decrying the argument of men who have routinely devalued the worth and contribution of women to ministry. In Made by Design, Dr. Hackett uses biblical text to show how Jesus chose to destroy societal norms to honor women in His day and how His example, both supported what the Bible, as a whole, says about women and gave women a valuable role in kingdom work. Made by Design addresses topics such as: * What does the Bible mean when it says women should have their heads covered. * How #MeToo has affected the church. * Can a woman be a pastor or elder? * How have women in the corporate world changed this generation? * What the Proverbs 31 women really tells us about the biblical view of women. What Others Are Saying About Made By Design: "I enjoyed reading Made by Design because it examines women's roles thoroughly and Biblically. Dr. Hackett addresses the feminist arguments and other difficult-to-understand passages with clear exegesis. I found his explanation of "Let the women learn in silence" (1 Corinthians 14:34) especially helpful. Women have wonderful opportunities in ministry, but Scripture does prohibit women from certain leadership positions." Gail Purath, founder of 1-Minute Bible Love Notes "I believe this book could be a great resource not only for personal studies, but also for pastors and small group leaders desiring to create a safe environment for further discussions, objective views and comprehensive studies of scriptural passages concerning women and their role within the historical, cultural and Biblical context." Ceitci Demirkova, Founder & CEO of Changing a Generation and Best-Selling & Award-Winning Author of Motivated by the Impossible "Each concept presented in this book is solidly backed by scripture and clearly explained in an easy-to-grasp manner. What impressed me the most about Made By Design was learning how a woman's impact in ministry and leadership hinges on the honor, respect, and affirmation she receives from her husband or father. I would wholeheartedly recommend Made By Design as it timelessly clarifies many issues Christian women face in American churches and para-ministries." Judith Kowles, founder of His Unmeasured Grace "In today's society, it is hard pressed to find materials that help women to discover what their role is in ministry. Made by Design does just that! In it, there are Biblical accounts of women of the Bible, their roles in spreading the gospel and a simple reminder of just what we are called to do! This is an amazing read for anyone curious about the importance of women of the Church." Bridget Childress, founder of Little House in the Cove "Made by Design delves deep into a woman's calling from God since the beginning of time. Over the years, women have been taken from one extreme to the other, from being torn down to being idolized. This has caused confusion regarding a woman's mission and place in the world., family, and the church. Pastor Dean Hackett tackles these questions from a Biblical standpoint using Scripture to back up Scripture, revealing the heart of God's plan for women. I believe every Christian woman should spend time in God's Word and prayer while reading Made by Design in order to be educated, empowered, and blessed as to her calling from the Heavenly Father. Misty Leask, founder of Year Round Homeschooling and Beautiful Ashes

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1097522334
• ISBN13: 9781097522330
• Release Date: June 2019
• Publisher: Independently published
• Length: 89 Pages
• Weight: 0.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.0" x 0.2" x 6.0"