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1 | Evidence that women's role has changed? | Matt 28:10 | 39894 | |||
In 1 Corithians 14:34, it says, "the women should keep quiet in the meetings. It is a disgraceful thing for a woman to speak in a church meeting." A bible study group I am in is studying this passage, and we are confused! Is there any textual evidence in the Bible or elsewhere to back up the argument that gender roles can change with time? I know plenty of girls who contribute greatly to Bible discussions. Please help me out! | ||||||
2 | Evidence that women's role has changed? | Matt 28:10 | charis | 40216 | ||
Dear erika, Greetings in the name of Jesus! So many theories! :-) I am not sure of the *exact* circumstances of the Corinthian church, in fact, no one is. But they were being instructed about proper and orderly conduct in the assembly, and correctly discerning the leading of the Holy Spirit and the gifts that He pours into the church. Apparently, though blessed in the things of the Spirit, they were out of spiritual order. My point is that it is not talking in the church building or during the times of assembly so much as it is the submission to authority. "A woman must quietly receive instruction with entire submissiveness. But I do not allow a woman to teach or exercise authority over a man, but to remain quiet." 1 Timothy 2:11,12 NASB. "But I want you to understand that Christ is the head of every man, and the man is the head of a woman, and God is the head of Christ." 1 Corinthians 11:3 NASB. Surely, a woman may talk in church, but just like men, be careful to talk when it is proper! Apparently, the church at Corinth had a problem with this, and I have witnessed this same problem in many modern churches. For some reason, I don't see men (in general!) needing this same exhortation. :-) Surely, a woman may teach! Of course women have much to contribute to discussions about Christ, the Bible, and the church! Teaching children, or teaching Sunday School (to children and adults), and teaching other women about the things of God is not the issue. The issue is usurping authority by claiming pastoral ministry in the church, or the headship of their home. (this can be outwardly or subversively) This is not God's will. Yes, we are all equal in Christ Jesus! Our salvation is the same, man or woman, slave or free. But authority in the home and the church rests solely upon God's chosen men. Are there 'extenuating circumstances?' Of course! But when these 'special situations' become the long-term norm or permanent policy, we abuse the freedom that Christ gave us. He is not pleased. Blessings and joy in Christ Jesus, charis |
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