Women - Exposing The Big Cover Up!

Women - Exposing the Big Cover Up is the first in a series of honest & bold episodes on some of the strange expectations that have been placed on Christian women in the church, by the church. It's time for honesty and openness. Why? Because all injustices, legalism, coercion, abuses, unrighteousness, and affronts to the freedom bought by the blood of Jesus will eventually out! And they out for the wellbeing and good of us all, as individuals, as the church, and subsequently the world.

This episode delves into the controversial history of head coverings for women in the church. Michelle shares her personal experiences and reflections on the requirement for women to wear head coverings in church settings, particularly during the 80s and 90s. She discusses the pressure and coercion women faced to conform to this practice, highlighting the theological debates and the lack of clarity surrounding the scriptural basis for such a requirement. The episode challenges the silence and lack of accountability from church leaders who enforced this practice, calling for reflection and potentially an apology for the harm caused. 

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• The practice of requiring women to wear head coverings in church was a common expectation in certain Christian circles during the 80s and 90s.

• The enforcement of head coverings for women was based on a misinterpretation of a scripture in 1 Corinthians 11, leading to a form of oppression and control.

• The pressure on women to conform to the head covering rule was often enforced by church leaders, causing feelings of guilt and rebellion if not followed.

• The sudden discontinuation of the head covering requirement in Western churches raises questions about its true significance and the lack of accountability or apology from those who enforced it.

BEST MOMENTS

"I spent the first years of my Christian life, mostly during the 80s and early 90s, with women being expected to wear a head covering in church."

"I was transported into a marvellously freeing relationship with him. One that gave freedom from things that were bad for me."

"I was so grieved. But in all of that time, I remained convinced that I had done the right thing."

"And all of this is control and abuse. It says, I as a man am okay just as I am before God. But somehow you as a woman are still not acceptable."

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ABOUT THE HOST

Michelle is a master of transition and cross-cultural expert. Her Christian faith of over 35 years has led her to live and serve in six countries on three continents and have over fifty homes. She has a doctorate in Cross-Cultural Mission with a specialism in Natural Health & Nutrition and is a passionate advocate for natural, healthy living. With a huge amount of experience of personal trauma, she is a certified trauma awareness trainer, animal-assisted-therapy certified, CPTSD survivor, and author of the book, Surviving Trauma, Crisis & Grief, in two languages and endorsed by US traumatologist and author, Dr H Norman Wright, one of America's most prominent Christian counsellors. Michelle is a ministry co-founder, voice for freedom, advocate for the family, speaker, artist and singer/songwriter. She homeschooled her three children, has nine grandchildren, is a dog lover and keen gardener with a love for self-sufficiency.

ABOUT THE SHOW

The Christian Wellbeing Show talks about the issues a lot of Christians don't talk about. What is trauma, how does it affect us, how can we heal, and how can the church do better to help? How can Christians be some of the healthiest people on the planet, and why does it matter? What are the five simple steps you can take to stay younger for longer? Michelle faces church control and abuse without flinching, and addresses issues in the church and in the world with courage and honesty. She empowers women, encourages faith, builds hope, reads God's Word, stands for freedom, speaks truth, and won't put up with a religious spirit. With a mix of spiritual inspiration and practical wisdom, solo hosting, guests and amazing co-host, The Christian Wellbeing Show cares about you, your life, faith, health and wellbeing.

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