Be inspired by the bold women of Scripture like never before.

This wonderful book gives us a picture of the vital part women have played in redemptive history. It is a great resource to help Christ followers see how God has used women and the prominent and strategic role they have played throughout history. 

Tommy Lee, president, Resource Global 

This book is a wonderful gift to show us directly from Scripture how incredibly much we miss when we are not understanding the full biblical story of the impact women have made and make today.  

Dan Kimball, author of How (Not) To Read the Bible; vice president, Western Seminary 

This is the one book about women in the Bible I’m recommending to everyone. Get ready for nonstop aha moments.  

Christine Caine, founder, Propel Women and A21 

A transformative journey into God's saving story! God chose to use women—many of whom were mistreated or ignored—at key junctures in redemptive history. These marginalized women prove to be anything but marginal within God's purposes. They act boldly and speak wisely at pivotal points in God's story, teaching us who God is and who we must become.  

Matthew W. Bates, author of Why the Gospel?; professor of New Testament, Northern Seminary 

Why do the biblical authors put women in such prominent and powerful positions in the world of the ancient Near East? Ingrid Faro steps back to show us the arc of female operatives and their central role in God's plan for salvation. Her lucid insights drawn from decades of her scholarship point out the pattern of female dauntlessness across the pages of Scripture. We have been waiting for an authoritative, holistic, and easy-to-read book that does justice to the prominence of women at the renowned junctures of biblical history. This is that book, and it is a joyous read.  

Dru Johnson, Wycliffe Hall, University of Oxford 

Many of us grew up thinking that the Bible focuses on men of faith—like Abraham, Moses, David, and the male disciples. We knew there are women in Bible stories, but we were taught to ignore them. Faro and Dalrymple demonstrate that, time and again, women are not only there at key pivotal moments in the story of redemption but also play major roles, by God's calling and grace. It's long past time these stories were told and cherished, for the blessing and encouragement of everyone in the church. 

Nijay K. Gupta, Julius R. Mantey Professor of New Testament, Northern Seminary; author of Tell Her Story 

In Redeeming Eden, Ingrid Faro serves a hearty meal to readers hungry for biblical food by combining her knowledge of women in the Bible, her solid grasp of narrative, and her Hebrew textual acumen. She creates the perfect feast, inviting readers to savor some familiar stories—and discover a few they might have missed—as they encounter anew the God who created, calls, and commissions women.    

Sandra L. Glahn, professor of media arts and worship, Dallas Theological Seminary  

I wish I'd had this book as a young woman. I hope tens of thousands of Christians will read it and discover the strategic role that women play in God's redemptive story. Dr. Faro's careful reading of the Hebrew text yields many fresh insights and unravels many harmful stereotypes about Bible women. I couldn't put it down! 

Dr. Carmen Joy Imes, associate professor of Old Testament, Biola University; author of Becoming God's Family: Why the Church Still Matters 

For too long, women in Scripture have been interpreted as one dimensional and passive. Dr. Ingrid Faro’s deep scholarship and contextual explanations reveal that women were dynamic participants in God’s work of salvation. I was particularly encouraged by the way she incorporated Hebrew in accessible ways for lay people. 

Lark Kelsey, PhD student, at Baylor University's George W. Truett Theological Seminary  

Redeeming Eden invites readers into a sweeping and sacred journey through the Old Testament—one that highlights the often-overlooked stories of faithful, courageous women who helped shape God’s redemptive plan. With both depth and accessibility, Ingrid and Joyce trace the legacy of godly female leaders and offer fresh insight into their significance within the larger biblical narrative. This beautifully researched resource is more than a study—it’s a celebration of the women whose obedience and strength played a vital role in God’s unfolding story. Redeeming Eden is a heartfelt companion for anyone longing to see Scripture through a fuller, richer lens.  

Kat Armstrong, Bible teacher, podcast host of Holy Curiosity, and author of the Storyline Bible Study Series 

Redeeming Eden is a theologically rich and compelling work that reintroduces us to the fierce, faith-filled women whose witness is intricately woven into the fabric of redemptive history. With prophetic clarity, Ingrid and Joyce invite the church to recognize what God has always seen—the enduring power of his daughters walking in courage, justice, and a strength that is both humble and heroic. 

Noemi Chavez, pastor, Revive Church 

So often the incredible women in biblical history have been interpreted as villains, vixens, or divas. At long last, Ingrid Faro and Joyce Koo Dalrymple have brought us a faithful, thoughtful, and robust interpretation of women in Scripture, showing how God’s faithfulness in and through them has served the missio Dei, with power.  

Aubrey Sampson, pastor, church planter, podcaster, and author of What We Find in the Dark 

Redeeming Eden is an example of a rare book that is replete with rigorous scholarship but presented in a way that is understandable and meaningful. Readers will learn a great deal, be corrected in some false assumptions, and then be able to apply what they learn through the insightful guides for discussion and prayer. I cannot wait to return to this book as a rich personal resource and recommend it to many who need to know the powerful way God delighted to work with women throughout Israel’s history. 

Amy Peeler, Professor of New Testament, Wheaton College 

Ingrid Faro (PhD, MDiv) is Professor of Old Testament at Northern Seminary, Lisle, IL. She previously served as Dean of Academic Affairs at Northern, Dean of Theology at the Scandinavian School of Theology, and Director of Masters Programs at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School where she also taught Hebrew and Old Testament. She is an international speaker and the author of Evil in Genesis, Demystifying Evil, co-author of Honest Answers, as well as articles, chapters, and reviews. Ingrid has two married children and four delightful young grandchildren.

Joyce Koo Dalrymple (JD, MDiv), is an author, speaker, and spiritual director. She brings her creativity and ability to connect with audiences to conclude each chapter with reflections, action step, and short prayer. Joyce is the chief of content and engagement for Khora Collective and leads Refuge for Strength, a women's ministry focused on spiritual formation. A former television journalist and attorney, Joyce received a BA from Stanford University, a JD from Boston College, and an MDiv from Metro Atlanta Seminary. Joyce is the author of Women of the New Testament and Jesus’ Passion Week. She and her husband, Tim, have three daughters.