Diana Lynn Severance is the author of Feminine Threads: Women in the Tapestry of Christian History. She brings extensive experience teaching history at universities and seminaries, and serves as the Director of the Dunham Bible Museum at Houston Baptist University.
The book explores the vital role of women in Jesus' life and ministry, highlighting their presence in all four Gospels. It emphasizes how women, regardless of their societal status—be it queens or slaves—dedicated their lives to serving Jesus and actively worked to share their faith with others. Their contributions are portrayed as essential to the growth and influence of Christianity throughout history.
From commoner to queen, the women in this book embraced the freedom and the power of the Gospel in making their unique contributions to the unfolding story of the Christian church.
Follow the love stories of those who served in public positions such as soldiers, martyrs, and pastors through the letters they wrote to their loved ones. Features couples such as: John & Mary Newton and Charles & Susannah Spurgeon.