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1 | can a woman lead a church | Bible general Archive 1 | Just Read Mark | 82606 | ||
Women Lead Jesus had more than 12 followers. The gospels clearly talk about 72 being sent out to spread news of the kingdom and heal. Later, there seem to be even more followers. The sex of these followers is never mentioned. I realize one shouldn't argue from silence, but women do appear frequently in the accounts. How to interpret gender roles in the Bible? I think "women can never lead a men" leave us tied in knots. There are many examples of women leading, including that warrior/prophet from Judges. A clear example of a woman leading the nation. St. Paul says to "be all things to all people" --- this means that, to speak to the broader culture, certain aspects of that culture may be adopted --- permitting the gospel to be heard. I think, in New Testiment times, this limited the role of women. I think the freedom themes of the gospel (everything is permitted but not everything is beneficial...) point to a lot more freedom in roles for the sexes. We should be asking: what gifts does each person have? How best can they be imployed? If a woman is a gifted teacher, it is her task to teach for the Lord. If she is a gifted leader, she must lead for the Lord. |
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2 | If you believe that women can lead men. | Bible general Archive 1 | PapaChapa | 82783 | ||
If you believe that women can lead men. Do you also believe those women who are leaders are not under the authority of their husbands as the husband is under the authority to God? |
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3 | If you believe that women can lead men. | Bible general Archive 1 | Just Read Mark | 82829 | ||
Husbands and Wives. Interesting that the Deborah story discussed above mentions her husband... While her husband is named with respect, it is her leadership that is remembered. I've been married 10 years. My wife and I discussed these verses a fair bit when we first got married. But we found that thinking about giftedness was more important. As well as "Submit to one another in reverence for Christ." (Ephesians 5:21) She is better at following through with certain things. I am more of a risk-taker, but am also frugal and good at keeping records. We depend on each other. Major decisions are made together. In 10 years, there has never been a point when we have been at an impass, and had to resort to roles. Perhaps this way takes more dialogue, but it works. Whenever she is more informed in a certain area - more able to make a decision - obviously I submit to her. There are many men with poor judgement, and the "headship" idea must cause grief for their wives. Don't you think? I appreciate, or course, that husbands are to live sacrificially for their wives, as Christ loves us (the church) --- So headship is not as clear-cut as it seems. Peace. |
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