Strange Fire, by Doug Batchelor and Dwight Hall, confronts one of the most debated issues in the modern church: whether the biblical differences between men and women are timeless truths or outdated customs. As society pressures Christians to reinterpret gender roles, this book turns to Scripture—not culture—for answers.
From Creation onward, God established meaningful distinctions between men and women. He formed them differently, at different times, and for different roles—yet equally valued and equally called. Throughout Scripture, women clearly participate in ministry and are empowered by the Spirit to prophesy, teach, and lead souls to Christ. But the Bible also reveals that certain priestly and organizational roles were not interchangeable, and attempts to alter God’s order brought serious consequences.
This book reveals:
• Why Creation—not culture—defines gender roles
• How Scripture affirms women in ministry without blurring God’s design
• Why changing biblical roles requires flawed hermeneutics
• Historical examples of what happens when God’s structure is ignored
• How the gospel commission applies equally to men and women
The issue is not about value, talent, or spiritual giftedness—it is about honoring God’s blueprint. As Patriarchs and Prophets warns:
“God has placed in His word no command which men may obey or disobey at will and not suffer the consequences. If men choose any other path than that of strict obedience, they will find that ‘the end thereof are the ways of death.’ Proverbs 14:12” (Patriarchs and Prophets, 360).
Clear, concise, and deeply rooted in Scripture, Strange Fire sheds more light than heat—helping readers navigate a polarizing topic with humility, courage, and loyalty to God’s Word.
ISBN: 978-1-629130-35-4
Pages: 64, paperback
Dimensions: 4 x 6.75 inches