Forgotten Followers
from Broken to Bold, Book 1
AFTER YEARS OF SUBMISSION, Mara is afraid and unsure about everything--especially her nephew, Jesus. When her neighbours chase him off a cliff, they force Mara into the unknown. Joanna grapples with hiding her biracial heritage or risking the loss of her husband and son. Becoming disciples of Jesus empowers them, but will opposition from the establishment endanger their lives?
Forgotten Followers gives voice to women disciples and healing and hope to readers who feel silenced, alone or marginalized. Book 1 of From Broken to Bold, Forgotten Followers is a CIPA EVVY Silver Award Winner.
“… let Forgotten Followers bring the many women who loved and followed Jesus to life! Such a refreshing, life-giving read to see how knowing Jesus can free you… grounded in amazing historical research—and made me see Jesus' love for me in a whole new way.” Sheila Wray Gregoire, author of The Great Sex Rescue and founder of BareMarriagee
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Because She Was Called
From Broken to Bold, Book 2
A Novel of the Early Church
After religious legalists kill Stephen, followers of The Way scatter. Susannah takes off to Caesarea and lands in the arms of a deacon. But will he limit her freedoms? Will romance pull her away from obeying God's call? Torn by grief and anger, where will Joanna turn for shelter? Will she testify before powerful men? Will loyalty to Jesus cost her the loss of her son?
“A remarkable tale affirming Christian egalitarianism that will captivate, provoke, and inspire readers on an unforgettable journey through the origins of Christianity.” -Prairies Book Review
The Sword
The Sword: A Fun Way to Engage in Healthy Debate on What the Bible Says About a Woman’s Role
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The Sword uses 104 flashcards to show opposing views on gender and the Bible.
These snapshots give the rationale for various interpretations, make memorable hands-on discussion starters, and are an ideal way to introduce education on women in the Bible. The 180 End Notes let you continue your journey studying gender and the Bible.
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Forgotten Followers from Broken to Bold Book 1 is a historical Christian fiction about women in the Bible, empowering women to heal from the trauma of being silenced or forgotten.
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Because She Was Called, From Broken to Bold Book 2, A Novel of the Early Church is an egalitarian Christian fiction. It shares stories of church history, grief, romance, empowering women and affirming LGBTQ+.
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The fictional stories in this biblical fiction are framed by true events described in the Bible and are intended to stimulate deeper contemplation of the Scriptures.
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The Sword is a nonfiction book of flashcards showing a variety of interpretations of biblical passages about women in leadership in church and society.
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Christian blogs by Elaine R Kelly HBA MBA provide insights into women in the Bible, gender equality, church history, empowering women, and affirming LGBTQ+.
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