Lynn Cohick, PhD
Lynn H. Cohick (PhD, University of Pennsylvania) is Distinguished Professor of New Testament and Director of Houston Theological Seminary at Houston Christian University. She is a well-respected scholar and highly sought-after speaker who has authored, co-authored, edited, or co-edited over fifty works. Dr. Cohick has delivered a keynote address in the main concert hall of the Sydney Opera House, and she has preached a Sunday morning service in a Masai mud hut in the Rift Valley near Mai Mahu (Kenya). She enjoys speaking and teaching on New Testament topics and women in the church and exploring issues on the historical relationship between Jews and Christians.
Mark your calendar for March 14, 2026! In celebration of Women’s History Month, the Center for Women in Leadership (CWL) is partnering with Museum of the Bible in Washington, DC to create a one-day event focused on biblical women and their portrayal in art. The event includes three keynote addresses by biblical scholars Dr. Lynn Cohick, Dr. Sandra Glahn, and Dr. Sandra Richter, and five interactive workshops designed to foster theological imagination through painting, writing, and photography. Click Here or on the image above to purchase on-site or remote tickets to be a part of this wonderful event.
February 19-20, 2026 at the Lanier Theological Library in Houston, TX is the date and place for the Visual Museum of Women in Christianity 2026 Symposium! This year’s theme invites you to re-read the familiar stories of women in scripture, guided by the insight of biblical scholars who are focused on the women in the biblical text. Jennifer Powell McNutt, author of The Mary We Forgot: What the Apostle to the Apostles Teaches the Church Today, is our keynote speaker. Dr. McNutt will be joined by Dr. Lynn Cohick, Dr. Sandra Glahn, and Dr. George Kalantzis, the founding board members of the Visual Museum. Click Here or on image above to purchase tickets.
Kevin Costner Presents: The First Christmas, a new docudrama special which aired on ABC in December, is streaming on Hulu, Disney+, and fuboTV. This film is produced by Warm Springs Productions and directed by David L. Cunningham. Dr. Cohick is one of a number of featured clergy and scholars, including Dr. Jodi Magness, Francis Chan, Teófilo Hayashi, and Father Sean Raftis.
New Book Released: A Handbook for Second-Century Christianity
Dr. Cohick joined Sam Cho to contribute “Martyrologies: A Witness to Theological Formationries” chapter in this work edited by Drs. Mike Bird and Scott Harrower
click on the book cover to go to Baylor Press website
Recently Released: Preaching Ephesians
Dr. Cohick’s latest book is now available through Wipf & Stock Publishers – part of their Proclamation: Preaching The New Testament book series
click on the book cover to go to W&S website; click here for Stephen Redman’s review
Better Together Conversations: What the Bible Says About Women
… now available on demand on the TBN+ app and bettertogether.tv/watch
Host, pictured in center above, Lisa Harper (@lisadharper) is joined by co-hosts, left to right: Dr. Lynn Cohick (@leadershipwithoutapology), Janice Gaines (@janicegaines), Toni Collier (@tonijcollier), and Kristi McLelland (@kristimclelland). Discussio of different topics: “A Woman’s Value” Episode 1081; “Recognize Your Authority!” Episode 1082; “What Does the Bible Say about Women?” Episode 1083; “Does God Choose Women to Lead?” Episode 1084; “Called to Surrender” Episode 1085. Find Better Together on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok: @bettertogethertv
Center’s website
Leadership Without Apology
The Center for Women in Leadership was founded by Dr. Lynn Cohick in 2023 and is dedicated to equipping and promoting women who serve in the church, the academy, and the workplace. Dr. Sandra Glahn and Dr. George Kalantzis join Dr. Cohick on the board and in the activities sponsored by the Center, as well as engaging with those partnering with the Center. The Center is registered as a non-profit corporation in Texas and also a 501c3 organization with the IRS. Volunteers are greatly appreciated, and donations are welcome.
podcast
Alabaster Jar Podcast
The Alabaster Jar Podcast is a weekly conversation that takes on current issues impacting women at the intersection of faith, theology, and ministry. Dr. Lynn Cohick pours out her wisdom from years in ministry and academia to inspire women to continue advancing God’s mission in the world. Episodes are also available on popular podcast platforms.
Project
Visual Museum of Women in Christianity
Explore a visual history of women in Christianity. The purpose of this collaborative project is to create a curated, permanent visual exhibit of women in the history, ministry, and piety of early, Byzantine, and medieval Christianity that will be available online for researchers, educators, and interested laypersons.
Speaking Schedule
Upcoming events include:
Inaugural McKinlay-Matheson Memorial Lecture
University of Otago, Archway 1 Lecture Theatre and online
Dunedin, NZ
28 Jan 2026
Ridley College, Melbourne, AU classes
Ridley College
Melbourne, AU
9-10 Feb 2026
Visual Museum of Women in Christianity 2026 Symposium
Lanier Theological Library
Houston TX
19-20 February 2026
First Baptist Church Abide Event
First Baptist Church
Jonesboro AR
27Feb-1Mar 2026
Women in the Bible in Art All-Day Event
Museum of the Bible
Washington, DC
14 March 2026
Kerygma Summit 2026 – keynote, panel discussions, break-outs
Long Hollow Church
Henderson, TN
30Apr-2May 2026
