Disciplines of a Godly Woman:

Gospel Femininity in Contemporary Culture

Sister Phyllis Burton

Course Description

This course will introduce and/or better acquaint the participants with the Biblical teaching concerning the importance of godly discipline and submission in the lives of the women of God.

Educational Objectives

Upon completion of this course, students should be able (through class participation and assigned reading) to:

  1. Understand and put into words a working definition of legalism versus godly discipline.
  2. Better value the virtues of godly, Biblical womanhood through a greater knowledge of the scripture.
  3. Understand the difference between worldly feminism and godly femininity.
  4. Experience greater joy and freedom in Christ through obedience to the teaching of God’s word.

Course Text(s)

Hughes, Barbara. Disciplines of a Godly Woman. Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 2005. ISBN 978-0-310-25599-4

Class instructor will use the Holy Bible, New King James Version.

Course Requirements

  1. Complete the assigned reading before each class.
  2. Read and meditate (deep thinking, contemplating, and personal reflection) over all associated Scriptures in the assigned reading.
  3. Prayerfully read and answer the questions at the end of the assigned reading in the book, Disciplines of a Godly Woman, before each class.
  4. Be prepared to work through the material in class and participate in any discussions. No one will be called on. Participation in class discussion is not coerced.
  5. Attendance: miss no more than one week. Make sure to cover the material covered for any missed class. Perhaps get with another participant or the course leader to go over the missed material.
  6. Come prepared to think deeply for Christ Jesus, to be fundamentally challenged and changed in your thinking and living, and to look for enjoyment and satisfaction in Christ Jesus.
  7. Always keep in mind that these classes are not meant for us to gain knowledge merely to puff us up. Rather, it is to draw us closer to God so that we can enjoy and savor Him more deeply, having a more accurate understanding of who He is and what He has done for us. So, with that in mind, we are not meant to “argue” with one another, but instead to be used like iron which sharpens iron (Prov 27:17). All of this as we look to God to continue to renew our minds and give us a white-hot burning heart for His glory—not our own glory—through the working of His Holy Spirit.

Reflection Paper Requirements

*Strongly encouraged, but not mandatory.

  1. Choose a chapter title from the book as the topic of your paper.
  2. Reflection Paper Outline
  3. Discuss what your thoughts were on this subject doctrine before this class.
  4. Define and describe this particular subject in your own words now after taking this class.
  5. Discuss how this particular subject has impacted you.
  6. Defend this particular subject from error.
  7. Discuss how this particular subject can be used now to help you share your faith with others.
  8. Font: Times New Roman; Size: 12; double-spaced if typed. If not typed make sure to use legible penmanship.
  9. 2-3 pages in length.

Schedule & Assigned Reading

*Assigned reading should be completed before class.

Week 1 (October 15th)

Introduction

Discipline for Godliness

Chapter 1

Week 2 (October 22nd)

The Discipline of Submission: The Posture of Godliness

Chapter 3

Week 3 (October 29th)

The Discipline of Prayer: Submission’s Lifeline

Chapter 4

Week 4 (November 5th)

The Discipline of Worship: Submission’s Celebration

Chapter 5

Week 5 (November 12th)

The Discipline of Contentment: Submission’s Rest

Chapter 7

Week 6 (November 19th)

The Discipline of Propriety: Submission’s Behavior

Chapter 8

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