Is it Good to Be a Woman? Exploring What the Bible Says About Women with Jen Oshman

Is it Good to Be a Woman? Exploring What the Bible Says About Women with Jen Oshman

Author: Heather Creekmore - Christian Body Image Author and Speaker April 14, 2026 Duration: 28:37

In this deeply honest and theologically rich episode, Heather Creekmore welcomes Jen Oshman—author, missionary, and mom of four daughters—to tackle a question many women silently struggle with: Is it good that I was born a woman? Together, they candidly explore how issues of body image, shame, and the cultural pressures of womanhood can lead to deep-seated doubts and frustration.

Drawing from global and biblical perspectives, Jen Oshman shares insights gathered from years of cross-cultural ministry and studying God’s word. She addresses the vulnerabilities women face, both physically and socially, and how Western and global cultures shape our understanding of femininity. Jen Oshman unpacks what the Bible says about being female, highlighting the unique and powerful stories of women in Scripture that often get overlooked, and discusses why God’s design for women is not only intentional but also very good.


Key Topics Covered

  • Why the question, “Is it good that I was born a woman?” is more common than we realize 

  • The impact of shame, fear, and the lived realities of being female in our culture 

  • How body image struggles can be rooted in deeper frustrations about being a woman 

  • A biblical look at femininity—separating culture’s checklist from God’s truth 

  • The meaning of “helper” (Ezer) in Genesis and its empowering implications 

  • Why diversity among women in Scripture matters—and what we can learn from their stories 

  • Studying tough Old Testament laws (like menstruation) in context and seeing God’s heart of care for women 

  • Practical encouragement for women who wrestle with their purpose and God’s plan for their gender

  • How to dig deeper into biblical womanhood with Jen’s new Lifeway Bible study, “Very Good” 


Connect with Jen here: https://www.jenoshman.com

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Heather Creekmore, a Christian body image author and speaker, hosts Compared to Who? Body Image for Christian Women. This space is for women who are exhausted by the constant pressure to measure up, whether it's to cultural ideals of beauty, fitness goals, or even spiritual performance. It’s common to know scripture about your worth in Christ yet feel a disconnect when you look in the mirror or navigate daily life. This podcast directly addresses that gap, moving beyond simplistic self-help or well-meaning clichés that often leave you feeling more defeated. Instead, conversations are grounded in a thoughtful blend of faith, mental health, and practical wellness. You’ll hear honest discussions about how spirituality intersects with the very real struggles of body image, diet culture, and personal comparison. Each episode aims to provide not just encouragement but tangible steps to help you live out your God-given identity with freedom and confidence. The goal is a stronger, more integrated faith that transforms how you see yourself, not by the world’s ever-changing standards, but through a lens of grace and truth. Tune in for a candid and compassionate resource that meets you right where you are.
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