1 Corinthians 11:2-16 is one of Paul’s more challenging and complex passages. Should women cover their heads in church today? Why or why not? What does Paul mean by head? What does this passage add to the debate about women in authority in the church?
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Wednesday in the Word is serious Bible study applied to real life. My mission is to not only explain what Scripture means but teach you how to figure it out.
Krisan Marotta is a life-long Bible teacher and Women’s ministry leader.
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