What if Jesus really meant what he said?

CHELSEA KIM LONG is a lay theologian, meditation teacher, and author of her forthcoming debut book: Faithfully Dissident Daughters: Reclaiming Christian Womanhood Beyond Patriarchy (September 8 2026, Westminster John Knox Press), exploring Christianity through the lens of women’s embodied experiences and contemplative spirituality. Her work invites readers to reimagine Christianity beyond patriarchy–toward a more expansive and inclusive expression of faith. She lives in San Diego with her husband and three kids, where she co-leads an intentional neighborhood faith community grounded in belonging and justice. Follow her on Instagram at @chelseakimlong and learn more about her work at: www.chelseakimlong.com.