From Genesis to Junia: A Friendly Review

In recent years there has been a steady stream of books published offering a fresh perspective on the roles of men and women in the church. It is rare for there to be anything groundbreaking in these books - all the arguments have been well-rehearsed over the past half-century - but some are much more compelling than others. (What I consider the most helpful book of all was first published in 1980: Stephen B. Clark's 'Man & Woman in Christ'.) Preston Sprinkle is an author to take seriously. He knows his stuff, writes brilliantly and is winsome and engaging. He is 'one of us': firmly evangelical, but courageous in writing books that might feel they are pushing against the grain. His latest is worth attention, but not all of us will find it convincing. Jon Marshall, who pastors in southern California, has written a superb review of 'From Genesis to Junia'. Initially intended for other pastors in his area and network, Jon has been kind enough to allow me to reproduce it here. It is well…