Vox Podcast With Mike Erre

Correcting Power: Gender, Marriage, and Misreading Ephesians (Reforming Culture Series #1)

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Sinopsis

How theology is taught matters—and bad theology can be deeply harmful. In this first installment of the Reforming Culture Series, Mike Erre and Andy Lara dive into a controversial article that claims husbands have a divine responsibility to "correct their wives," and they're not pulling any punches. Using humor, biblical exegesis, and cultural analysis, Mike and Andy deconstruct the poor theology of gender roles presented in the article, tracing how misapplications of Ephesians 5 can lead to patriarchy disguised as gospel truth. Rather than focusing on headlines and outrage, the duo roots their critique in scripture, Roman culture, and the revolutionary acts of Jesus and Paul. This conversation also amplifies why recognizing mutuality in marriage isn't just more ethical—it's more biblical. Key Takeaways: • Ephesians in Context: What Paul was really saying in Ephesians 5, and why reducing his words to "husbands correct your wives" misses the subversive nature of the text. • Jesus and Power: How Jesus' sacrific