In their documentary,  The Monstrous Regiment of Women, Colin and Emily Gunn have produced an incredible, well-researched, articulate, and powerful expose’ of feminism, its agenda, and its far-reaching, destructive influence on society. They do not just dwell on the negative, however, but give hope by standing firmly on God’s Holy Word and revealing His high esteem of, and plan for, women.

The Gunns do a masterful job of contrasting the ugly truth behind feminism and the havoc it wreaks, with the truth of Biblical womanhood and the joy and beauty that comes from living a life according to the standards set forth in Scripture. The stark difference between feminism (truly another word for self-worship) and Biblical womanhood is stunning.

The cast includes many godly, intelligent, and influential women who are outspoken defenders of Biblical womanhood and lovely examples of the truth of Scripture and lives lived in joyful obedience to the Lord.

Although we were fairly familiar with feminism, its history and agenda, we had our eyes opened all over again and learned even more. We were appalled at the deliberate strategies, carefully planned efforts, and absolute, complete selfishness of this movement.

We would highly recommend this film to every Christian. I would especially encourage fellow believers who are critical of the film (especially those who consider themselves Christan feminists or egalitarians) to prayerfully and carefully watch it with a willingness to truly view it through the lens of Scripture. You might be very surprised at what you find. While you might not agree with all the feminist agendas (and might be appalled at much of it), you may discover that egalitarianism bears many similarities in a diluted form. It is always profitable to re-examine one’s beliefs in the light of Scripture.

When one begins to understand the huge role feminism has played in seeking to destroy the traditional, Biblical family unit, homemakers, manhood, parental authority, morality, marriage, the innocence of children, and – most horrifying of all – children themselves, one realizes that “monstrous” is an excellent and accurate description of this group and its reign of terror.

[Note: One caveat: Take the Gunns at their word of warning at the beginning of the film and do not allow your younger children to view it. (I would keep the film on a high shelf.) There is heartbreaking footage of aborted babies (including video footage) that would be far too much for children to handle. I could not watch it myself. What I did see left me freshly reeling and grieved to the core over the horror of abortion. That one scene best sums up the monstrosities of the feminist movement. This would be an excellent film for crisis pregnancy centers to have on hand.]

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According to Krulwich there is increasing evidence that “when a woman has a baby, she gets not just a son or daughter, [but] an army of protective cells – gifts from her children that will stay inside her and defend her for the rest of her life.”

Some interesting points and quotes from the segment:

• “In a teaspoon of an ordinary pregnant woman’s blood… [are] dozens, perhaps even hundreds of cells… from the baby,” according to a Tufts University researcher. Lab studies done “over and over and over and over” of mother mice with diseases (ovarian, endometrial, and cervical cancers) show that fetal cells rush to the places where they’re needed in the mom.

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Research involving 1300 women in California suggested those who had four or more children were one third less likely to due from cardiovascular disease. The majority of the effect seemed to result from the prevention of stroke, as mothers of large families were almost 50 per cent less likely to die of a stroke.

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I’ve made this homemade egg nog several times over the past month, and everyone who has tried it is amazed by the creaminess and delicious flavor!

This recipe should earn me a few points with “real foodies”, too. The ingredients are all natural, “real” foods. Of course, this egg nog is a sweet dessert beverage… but it’s sweetened with maple syrup! Does that sound odd to you? Well, it tastes amazing!

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The following tutorial is from the wonderful Pam Regentin who graced the Lodge with her presence a couple of weekends ago for a pie workshop. Pam inspired everyone in attendance with her pie talents and has now compiled her best instruction and tips for the perfect pie crust. Follow her directions below…and you’ll be a pie making queen in no time! :

Pie, that icon of American desserts, is a mystery to many people. What makes pie crust flaky? How can the dough be rolled and formed without sticking or tearing? It’s a shame that pie crust, something with only a few simple ingredients, can cause such fear and trembling in the home baker.

Two crust pie used to be ubiquitous on family tables. Whether sweet or savory, pie was a traditional food easily found and universally enjoyed. Why is it becoming so hard these days to find delicious, well-made two crust pie? Our all-American pastry pie has become a victim in our modern times with the focus on convenience foods and the exodus of home cooks out of the kitchen. Carefully hand-crafted pies have been replaced by factory processed imitations. Fewer and fewer pie makers, the keepers of the pie crafting secrets, are around to pass on the tradition of creating two crust pie. I hope to see a revival of this craft and want to share what I know to further that end.

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Here is another excellent sale ! Queen of the Home is only $9.00 at Vision Forum with coupon code ALLEXTRA20!

Large Family Logistics is Vision Forum’s “Deal of the Day” today! Save 50%, PLUS an additional 20% with coupon code ALLEXTRA20!  Passionate Housewives Desperate for God is also 50% off right now and you can use the same coupon code for an additional 20% off as well. With $5.00 flat rate shipping this makes for a really great deal on both books – two resources I highly recommend for both the “Why” and the “How” of Biblical womanhood

 Passionate Housewives Desperate for God is a wonderful look at the power and beauty of Biblical womanhood. Inspiring and encouraging, but practical and realistic as well. Read it once to realize the amazing role God has for the woman at home and read it again when you need your vision renewed. Large Family Logistics is an incredible resource no matter how big or small your family is! Kim’s brief study on the Proverbs 31 woman is an excellent start to the book and full of helpful insights.

When Christians stop being “Kingdom-minded”, they stop making Kingdom choices. Choices like devoting a life to raising the next generation to love God, to honor authority and to live wisely. The very church of Christ has so degraded the blessing of children (and thus minimized a mother’s work), that it is almost unthinkably ignorant. For how can we expect to pass the torch of passion and faithfulness to our Savior unless we have made it our chiefest aim to daily impress His character onto the hearts of our children?

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