As I’ve been reflecting on the state of the economy today, I’ve had countless conversations where people argue that things are worse now and that Trump somehow made everything better. Some believe Trump’s economic prowess set us up for success, while Biden’s policies unraveled it all. To be honest, I’m not an economist—I’ve had to…
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End Times Eve – Her Role in the Apacolypse | Reclaiming Eve pt 12
Eve and the New Creation: Eschatology and the Role of Women in Redemption Introduction: Eve’s Eschatological Significance Eve, the first woman and mother of all living, bears immense theological significance in the creation and fall and within the eschatological framework—the study of end times and ultimate restoration. The story of Eve, often explored through the…
Reclaiming Eve Pt 11 – How Eve was the Cornerstone of Patriarchal Structures
Eve and Patriarchy: Reclaiming Her Story for Theological Equality Introduction: The Legacy of Eve and the Development of Patriarchal Structures Eve’s narrative in Genesis has long been weaponized to legitimize patriarchal structures in both the church and society. For centuries, Christian history has framed her as the archetypal figure of female weakness, deceit, and disobedience….
James’ Core Values | Core Identities
Fighting to find myself was a chore. I had to peel layers, and FIGHT, FIGHT, FIGHT… I also had to get in shape with my mind, body, and spirit. I have uncovered these values are at the root of the REAL me. Consider that THIS LIST is what I discover that I embody, not “want”….
Was Eve a Sinner? Reclaiming Eve Pt10
Essay 10: The Fall and Redemption: How Eve Shapes Our Understanding of Sin and Salvation Introduction: Eve’s Role in the Narrative of the Fall and Redemption Eve’s place in the biblical narrative is crucial for understanding both the nature of sin and the scope of redemption. Her actions in the Garden of Eden have often…
The Bible Don’t Need No Women … err… their agency is life | Reclaiming Eve pt 9
Eve as a Paradigm for Women in Scripture: Re-examining Women’s Agency Across Biblical Narratives Introduction: Eve and the Paradigm of Female Agency Eve is often portrayed as a symbol of moral weakness, but when we dig deeper into her story, we uncover a figure that embodies the complexity of human agency. Eve’s choice to eat…
Free Will, Free Eve, Consequences… Reclaiming Eve Pt 8
Introduction: Eve’s Story as a Paradigm for Human Autonomy Eve’s decision to eat from the Tree of the Knowledge of Good and Evil is often viewed as one of the most significant moments in the biblical narrative, not simply because it leads to the fall of humanity but because it highlights the weight of human…
Eve as a Steward of Creation – The Queen, Reclaiming Eve Pt 7
Introduction: Eve’s Role in Creation and Ecological Responsibility The creation of Eve has always struck me as much more than a relational moment for humanity. It’s a doorway into understanding our ecological responsibility. Eve’s story isn’t just about her relationship with Adam; it’s about her connection to the world around her, the earth itself. When…
Eve Had a Body, That Means Something | Reclaiming Eve pt 6
Eve and Embodiment—The Theology of the Body The Sacredness of Embodiment in the Biblical Narrative The creation of Eve in Genesis marks not only the introduction of companionship for Adam but also a profound theological declaration about the sacredness of the human body. Often, the narrative shifts our focus to the relational aspect—Adam’s solitude resolved…
The Eve of Mythology | Reclaiming Eve pt 5
Comparative Analysis: Eve and Analogous Figures in Other Religious Traditions Introduction: The Universal and Unique Dimensions of EveAs the first woman and a central figure in the biblical narrative, Eve has been a subject of fascination and theological inquiry across religious traditions. While Eve shares thematic elements with figures from other cultural stories—such as the…