Making a case for women in leadership

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If I may can you answer me this? does the gospel rely on what sex you are? Did Jesus ever speak against women teaching? does truth have anything to do with what role you are given by tradition?
No. No. And yes. But its not tradition. Its scripture. Women and men's roles are clearly defined.
 

Mem

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Man looks at the flesh, and judges accordingly, but God looks on the heart. And in God's economy, strength is perfected in weakness. That "a woman will compass a man" might seem to be a nightmare scenario for the current establishment, but it's the plan, the new thing God declares He will do, nonetheless.
 

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No. No. And yes. But its not tradition. Its scripture. Women and men's roles are clearly defined.
There is only one truth and that is Jesus Christ and he does not require that a women be silent or put in a certain role he only requires us to believe on him
so no truth does not have anything to do with what role you were given and yes it is tradition a jewish one from their culture but it is interesting that God used women to preach even in the new testament in the old testament he made one a judge if God specifically made women to not be in leadership then why contradict himself by doing that exact thing?
Do you see where there is a contradiction here? and if Jesus himself who is the ultamite truth and authority never spoke on it then doesn't that say something? he knew beforehand how the bible was going to be written he knew every word that was going to come forth but never once spoke on it
 
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There is only one truth and that is Jesus Christ and he does not require that a women be silent or put in a certain role he only requires us to believe on him
so no truth does not have anything to do with what role you were given and yes it is tradition a jewish one from their culture but it is interesting that God used women to preach even in the new testament in the old testament he made one a judge if God specifically made women to not be in leadership then why contradict himself by doing that exact thing?
Do you see where there is a contradiction here? and if Jesus himself who is the ultamite truth and authority never spoke on it then doesn't that say something? he knew beforehand how the bible was going to be written he knew every word that was going to come forth but never once spoke on it
Jesus never spoke about a lot of things. But the rest of scripture speaks quite clearly. Again, if you want to be taught by a woman, go right ahead. No one is stopping you.
 

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Jesus never spoke about a lot of things. But the rest of scripture speaks quite clearly. Again, if you want to be taught by a woman, go right ahead. No one is stopping you.
Except it is not clear on this matter there are very few verses that even touch the subject and each one if you do a historic study has ties with issues going on in the church at the time and again God made a women a judge and women even preached the gospel in the NT so if even one of these went by your understanding they would have been contradicting God's will yet he orddained them to do just that do you see the issue here?
 

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No. No. And yes. But its not tradition. Its scripture. Women and men's roles are clearly defined.
Are you saying you abide by someones PERSONAL TASTE?


8 I desire therefore that the men pray in every place, lifting up holy hands, without wrath and disputing.

12 But I permit not a woman to teach, nor to have dominion over a man, but to be in quietness.


There's [several examples] of Paul giving his personal viewpoint.


We must remember this is ONLY A LETTER written to Timothy that was added to the Bible by the Council.

Personal beliefs like Paul's is not Inspired by the Holy Spirit when Paul writes [I DESIRE or I PERMIT NOT]. That is his own beliefs.
 

Dino246

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Looking back to Genesis and Eve gives the answer to why women's place was given to be. Who listen to Satan? Who fell first? Who then was Cain? Think deep!
Deepseeker
You are implying belief in the blatant and debunked lie that Cain was Satan’s offspring.
Eve’s place is beside Adam, not as a subservient assistant but as a strong and equal partner.
 

Dino246

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It's a definition given to and accepted by many Preachers and Theologians about the possible meanings Paul meant in 2 Timothy 3 concerning the last days.
Ah… so it’s not in Scripture. Let’s stick to what is.
 
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Are you saying you abide by someones PERSONAL TASTE?


8 I desire therefore that the men pray in every place, lifting up holy hands, without wrath and disputing.

12 But I permit not a woman to teach, nor to have dominion over a man, but to be in quietness.


There's [several examples] of Paul giving his personal viewpoint.


We must remember this is ONLY A LETTER written to Timothy that was added to the Bible by the Council.

Personal beliefs like Paul's is not Inspired by the Holy Spirit when Paul writes [I DESIRE or I PERMIT NOT]. That is his own beliefs.
How convenient. Now Paul's words are just words, and not scripture. Anything else you care to delete from Gods Holy Word?
 

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How convenient. Now Paul's words are just words, and not scripture. Anything else you care to delete from Gods Holy Word?
Are you saying that if I said I DESIRE and I DO NOT PERMIT that is not how I believe?
 
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That’s an ad hominem argument, not a rational defence of your position. It has no evidentiary value.
Its not an ad hominem. And I'm not trying to defend anything. Scripture does not require a defense from me. Let the women be silent. I think God knew what He was talking about. And for good reason. Women and effeminate men, have no place in leadership.
 
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Are you saying that if I said I DESIRE and I DO NOT PERMIT that is not how I believe?
I'm saying, I couldn't care less what you believe, or why you believe it. I think you are mistaken. It doesn't really matter. You do you.
 

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I'm saying, I couldn't care less what you believe, or why you believe it. I think you are mistaken. It doesn't really matter. You do you.
I know you don't care because you think women are property so seeing someone's personal opinion and not the Inspired Holy Spirit words destroys your pathetic viewpoint.
 
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I know you don't care because you think women are property so seeing someone's personal opinion and not the Inspired Holy Spirit words destroys your pathetic viewpoint.
LOL. Property? Wow, that's quite the leap.
I believe that a Christian woman is Gods property, and God has clearly established her boundaries. If you disagree, so be it. No need to get nasty. My pathetic viewpoint is the one supported by scripture. But whatever, have your fun, go sit under a woman pastor, let me know how that works out for you.
 

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LOL. Property? Wow, that's quite the leap.
I believe that a Christian woman is Gods property, and God has clearly established her boundaries. If you disagree, so be it. No need to get nasty. My pathetic viewpoint is the one supported by scripture. But whatever, have your fun, go sit under a woman pastor, let me know how that works out for you.
God made her to be a Help-Mate. That is not what she was when Jesus arrived and why He made women Disciples. The Bible shows that woman hasn't been as God planned but how man controlled her. I doubt you could watch paint dry and understand what you're seeing.
 

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I know your point but it's safe to see that, if Jesus did not consider equality with God as something to be apprehended then equality with one another was also not important.

I believe we are to understand the uniqueness of everyone in Christ, to know them by their spirit and to know their place in the Body of Christ. Being unique eliminates any discussion about equality because there is no one who may rightfully take another's gifts or callings: they are without revocation.

The Spirit move all in Christ to oneness, which is to see each one as vital to the whole regardless of ability, station, or measure of grace.
 

Dino246

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1. i don't know what country you live in but pastoralship is a word in the u.s.a.
Perhaps, but it’s terribly sloppy grammar.

3. 1st Corinthians 14:34 also teaches women are to be silent in the church.
Which contradicts 1 Cor. 11 which permits women to pray in public worship. If they can’t speak, then the fact they are praying is moot.

the word usurp is translated as "have". women are not to "have' authority over men. in the church.
Not in any reputable dictionary, it isn’t. “Usurp” is an English word needing no translation into English. It means to take illegitimately.

4. if you read & understand these verses mentioned anyone will see women are to not be pastors.
According to you. I read them in context and my conclusion is different.

we are not getting along on this subject so let's part amicably. blessings to you.
We’re having a discussion. You’re free to exit the discussion but at least consider the arguments.
 

Dino246

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Its not an ad hominem. And I'm not trying to defend anything. Scripture does not require a defense from me. Let the women be silent. I think God knew what He was talking about. And for good reason. Women and effeminate men, have no place in leadership.
Scripture doesn’t say, “Let the women be silent” anywhere.

Pay more careful attention and stop manipulating the text for your agenda.