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The article focuses on the eternal functional subordination of the Son (EFS) and its destructive articulation of the doctrine of the Trinity. Topics discussed include the atonement and the trinity theory, the satisfaction of the atonement theory and the Anselm of Canterbury, and the EFS advocates have frequently been accused of arianism.

The article focuses on defining role played by Timothy 2:12 in the Christian debate by emphasizing on the role of women in ministry. Topics discussed include German translation of the Bible by professor Martin Luther where questions related to reading of scriptures were raised, a way of learning were devised by Christians for doing theology and no variance were there in the Egalitarian interpretations of this verse.

The article offers analysis of sect-church and gender theologies and the impact of cultural change. Noted are some of the implications of the revivalist spirit for the Colonial Baptists. Also discussed are several Christian history narratives relating to gender theologies. Described also are the differences between a sect and the church based on the concepts of tension and strictness.

The article explores the contribution of author Rebecca Merrill Groothuis to biblical equality. Topics mentioned include a brief profile of Groothius who worked as a staff at The McKenzie Study Center in Eugene, Oregon, her views on the inerrancy of the Bible and the importance of theological consistency, and Groothius' contribution to the gender debate in the book "Equal in Being, Unequal in Role: Exploring the Logic of Women's Subordination."

The article presents a theological commentary on the belief that the sole living God described in the Bible is one Triune God in three coeternal, coequal Persons, each Person being presented as distinct yet equal. It cites Athanasius who shows his position by citing Bible verses where Jesus claims to possess all that Father possesses. It indicates the mutual deference with the Trinity where the Father defers to the Son to carry out the plan of salvation who in turn defers to Father and Spirit.

The article discusses research on the differences between divine and human persons. It examines the reason why God created human beings with gender. It highlights the implications of the doctrine of the Holy Trinity for the relations of human beings with each other. It also explains the divine coinherence of human relationships.

An interview with theologian Gilbert Bilezikian is presented. He states that he has not changed much in terms of his egalitarian position. He mentions that he has always hold to a conservative theological position due to his high view of Scripture as God's word. According to him, his view of the Bible has not altered over the years.

The article analyzes how complementarians interpret key scriptural passages. Topics noted include the transition of basis of complementarianism to exegetical base, Christian egalitarians' belief in the role of humility in the process of exegetical theology, Wayne Grudem's views on authority in the book of 1 Timothy 2:12, and interpretation of prophecy by Thomas Schreiner.

An introduction is presented in which the editor discusses various reports within the issue on topics including the theology of manhood, the important aspects of soteriology, and the ecclesiology.

The author reflects on the relationship between the Bible and the creeds and confessions of the church. He discusses confusion on the term "tradition," the difference between "church traditions" and "the tradition" according to the Reformers and historically informed contemporary evangelicals, and a reminder that doctrine or theology is an expression of the mind of the church. He also mentions how a theological opinion can become a doctrine.