God doesn’t love men more than women. Why then have women been excluded from church leadership for so long? History is replete from biblical days through the centuries with godly women who impacted society. The cameos of these women had godly character traits that set them apart.
In 1978, author Frieda C. White published A Woman Called to Preach, which has seen great success in the years since. Now, she has transformed her opus into A Woman God Can Use, a detailed exploration of the relationship between women and God. Here are just a few of the questions explored in this expanded and updated book:
- Are women held in higher esteem in the Old Testament than in the New Testament?
- Does the Bible teach that women are a necessary and valuable part of the ministry?
- Is the whole body of Christ (both male and female) needed for the saints to be perfected and edified?
In addition to asking tough questions about the role of women in theology and the church, White discusses women who have been anointed by God throughout the ages—women like Joan of Arc, Harriet Tubman, and Mother Teresa. The historical and biblical evidence is clear: God wants women to provide guidance at the same level as men.
Frieda C. White holds a bachelor’s degree in ministry from Vision University and attended the University of Kentucky. She has traveled for thirty years as a Bible teacher and preached God’s word in fourteen countries. She has also been a copastor at Liberty Church for the past thirty-three years.
She has published seven books and numerous bible studies. In 2001, Frieda founded Operation Refuge, a non-profit organization designed to provide resources for those less fortunate in her community. Its ministries include a low-power FM radio station, a food pantry, and a thrift shop/recycling center. Frieda was named Citizen of the Year in 2005 for her humanitarian work. She enjoys gardening, swimming, and spending time with her grandchildren.