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221 | Am I Wrong?? | Bible general Archive 1 | TheCurtMan | 86909 | ||
Ed, Thanks for the education. I really didn't know all this. At least now I know how to pray. Thanks. |
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222 | Disease or Bad Personal Choice?? | Bible general Archive 1 | TheCurtMan | 86903 | ||
That's a real interesting perspective. Let me ask you this; Is the bible a book that Christians should follow, or is it a book of fairy tales written long ago for a distant group of people?? I ask this because the bible tends to indicate that Love rejoices not in iquity, but in truth. So who's truth does Love rejoice in, Man's or God's?? | ||||||
223 | once saved always saved | John 10:28 | TheCurtMan | 86892 | ||
Ed, thanks for your response. I can't help but to think that there is more than one reason for a course of action. I think that Christians are attacked spiritually not so much to get us to loose our salvation, but to ruine our testimony before God and man. If an unbeliever see you stumble in a particular area, one of the first things they say is; "and he's suppose to be a christian." Your testimony for God at that point is no more good in the eyes of that person. What makes it worse is that YOU might be the only bible they read. You and your actions. The adversary has been called many things, biblically, including the 'accuser of the bretheren'. He can accuse us all he wants, but The Judge is the same one that says that no one, at no time can pluck us out of His hand. And just for the record, I'm not out for a debate on this issue. I know it's been hashed time, and time again. I'm honestly curious about my brothers and sisters perspective on the matter. For me, this is ONE of the many ways I learn and understand things. The CurtMan |
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224 | once saved always saved | John 10:28 | TheCurtMan | 86855 | ||
Mommapbs, Greetings!! I would appreciate your assistance in a matter if you don't mind. Your's and anyone else who might have a point of view. I'm under the impression that the only time the bible contradicts itself, is when someone do not have the full understanding on two or more verses, and right now I think I might be that someone. ONCE SAVED ALWAYS SAVED-I encountered this post and answered in the positive, using Romans 8:1 and 8:35-39. You answered in the negative using Heb. 6:4. I'm wondering if you would be interested in a discussion of these verses?? I could do this myself, but I've really come to appreciate your perspective on scripture, yours; Hanks; Radioman2; and a number of others. So whatta you say, help a brother out?? |
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225 | Disease or Bad Personal Choice?? | Bible general Archive 1 | TheCurtMan | 86849 | ||
Hank, Thanks, that's exactly how I feel about it!! But let me ask you this, do you think that we as Christians are doing all that we can in this matter?? I mean the last time that I looked, God was still in the Prayer Answering Business. Do you think that if we were praying like we should that things would have gotten this far?? |
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226 | Am I Wrong?? | Bible general Archive 1 | TheCurtMan | 86846 | ||
EdB, Thanks for your response. What's your opinion on being politically correct?? Do you think it's important?? And if so, why?? I honestly believe that I missed the boat on this one. My perspective is that there are two ways of doing things. Man's way, which include being 'politically correct'; Each man following his own desires and goals, regardless of the cost; the belief in no absolute truth; and a variety of other things. The second way is God's way. The unchanging Truth inspite of the circumstances. That's the only thing I've got to hold onto in a society that's gone mad. Personally I can't accept Homosexuality as a disease, does that make me politically incorrect?? You think that maybe I should broaded my political horizon?? Have you noticed that you can't even watch a decent T.V. show anymore without some homosexual being on the set?? |
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227 | Disease or Bad Personal Choice?? | Not Specified | TheCurtMan | 86769 | ||
There are those who choose to believe that Homosexuality is a disease. If this is true, then why is it the ONLY disease that a man can inherit, and is condemned by God?? God doesn't condemn Sickle Cell Anemia; Cancer; HIV; Lukemia; or anyother illness other than sin. What I find strange about this is that God will not condemn a person for having HIV, but He will condemn that person for Homosexuality. According to James 1:14-15, death is the result of man following his own personal desires and doing the things he wants to do. This same principle can also be seen in Romans 1:21-32, however, within these verses in Romans, Homosexuality isn't pictured as a disease, but a bad personal choice. If Homosexuality IS a disease, wouldn't that call into question the Judgement and the Integrity of God?? Didn't He distroy two cities partly because of Homosexuality?? V.4-5 of Gen. 19 indicates that EVERY male in that city was a Homosexual, both young and old. The city, of course, was Sodom, both it and Gomorrah was destroyed by God. If Homosexuality ISN'T a disease, then have those within the medical field who believe it is, been decieved by the father-of-lies. Has the prince-of-this-world run a number down on those who are unaware of scripture?? And while we're on the issue, anyone care to comment on Same Sex Marriages having ALL the Rights and Privileges of Heterosexual Marriages?? |
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228 | Disease or Bad Personal Choice?? | Bible general Archive 1 | TheCurtMan | 86780 | ||
There are those who choose to believe that Homosexuality is a disease. If this is true, then why is it the ONLY disease that a man can inherit, and is condemned by God?? God doesn't condemn Sickle Cell Anemia; Cancer; HIV; Lukemia; or anyother illness other than sin. What I find strange about this is that God will not condemn a person for having HIV, but He will condemn that person for Homosexuality. According to James 1:14-15, death is the result of man following his own personal desires and doing the things he wants to do. This same principle can also be seen in Romans 1:21-32, however, within these verses in Romans, Homosexuality isn't pictured as a disease, but a bad personal choice. If Homosexuality IS a disease, wouldn't that call into question the Judgement and the Integrity of God?? Didn't He distroy two cities partly because of Homosexuality?? V.4-5 of Gen. 19 indicates that EVERY male in that city was a Homosexual, both young and old. The city, of course, was Sodom, both it and Gomorrah was destroyed by God. If Homosexuality ISN'T a disease, then have those within the medical field who believe it is, been decieved by the father-of-lies. Has the prince-of-this-world run a number down on those who are unaware of scripture?? And while we're on the issue, anyone care to comment on Same Sex Marriages having ALL the Rights and Privileges of Heterosexual Marriages?? |
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229 | Pt.1 Female Overseer | 1 Tim 2:12 | TheCurtMan | 86341 | ||
First of all I think it is unbiblical to take a 'conditional biblical principle and aply it across the board. One can not say that a woman can never have authority over a man, because like I said, our Father never elaborated on this in the areana of the work field, therefore one can not say it aplies. He was specific in the areana of the household, and Sunday Morning Service. Also, there is a difference between being a Pastor, and being a Teacher, and scripture tells women that they should teach. It implies that they should not teach a man is all. Have you notice that young women today don't know how to be a young woman?? Why is that?? Because they haven't been taught properly that's why. Man isn't the only one in the world that needs to be taught. Teaching for the Woman of God is a commandment. So why get upset over what we can't do and focus on what truely needs to be done. Christians all over this world is falling short of our Heavenly Father's Expectations because our focus is not where it should be, and I'm no exception |
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230 | handling relationships as a Christian | Matthew | TheCurtMan | 86234 | ||
Hey Gab, There is this story in the bible about a women that lost her son to injustice. She went to the King because she wanted justice. She wanted him deal with the matter. The King kinda paid her no mind at first, so she kept going back, again; and again; and again. Finally the King gave this women what she wanted just so she would leave him alone in the matter. You ever tried that with God?? Keep your partner lifted up in prayer. CONSISTENTLY. The Lord wills that none should perish, so keep praying for her salvation, or her return to the Lord, and you might be surprise at the results, God has the tendicy of going over and above our expectations on occasions. |
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231 | Jenhovah's withnesses church ? | John | TheCurtMan | 86232 | ||
I know this story about this guy that fell down three flights of steps. He broke up the entire left side of his body, arms; legs; finger; toes; the whole nine yards. When the was reading off the list of broken bones the guy kept praising God, finally the doctor asked him why he was praising God when he did so much damage to the left side of his body. The guy replied, "I could have done the same amount of damage to the right side of my body as well, thin I'd really be up the creek." | ||||||
232 | Pt.1 Female Overseer | 1 Tim 2:12 | TheCurtMan | 86231 | ||
Actually I think that if there are issues with the Word of God, then it should be taken up the The Author, don't you think?? Or at least His Holy Spirit. The bible doesn't mention a womans' authority over a man in the work force, just in the household and in the House of the Lord?? Maybe you should ask The Author why He didn't elaborate a little about the workforce. And please get back with me when you get your answer, because I really do need to know. |
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233 | Pt.2 A Female Overseer | Not Specified | TheCurtMan | 86226 | ||
Part 2 Is Jesus not the example we are suppose to follow?? Was He the type of man that went with the flow of things, the type of Guy that followed tradition?? The day before he picked his disciples, Jesus stayed up all night in prayer with the Father, the next day He went out nd picked twelve men. If there was ever a time for God to say it was OK to have a Female Overseer for His children, a female disciple would have gotten that point across. "Why do you think that out of twelve individuals, there wasn't one woman on that board??" Lets go back to I Tim. 2:12. "Why do you think that Paul said what he said in this verse??" For two reasons actually, 1. God told him to. Take a good look at II Peter chp.1 verses 19-21, and note that these verses isn't so much referring to the Interpretation-of-Scripture, as it is the Origin-of-Scripture. The other reason can be found in v.13-14. A careful look at Genesis would reveal a number of facts on this issue as well, like; A. When God gave the law, He gave it to Man, not woman. B. When God did give the law to Adam, Eve wasn't even on the set yet, it was before her time. C. When Eve DID show up, woman was presented as a Helper-of-Man, not a Leader-of-Man. There is a difference. Now here's the kicker. When man DID follow a woman's leading, Adam not only got himself into trouble, but he plunged the entire world into chaos. Society as we know it is a mad house. We have superseded morality with immorality. I believe Paul said it best when he said, "Because that, when they knew God they glorified Him not as God, neither were thankful, but became vain in their imaginations, and their foolish heart was darken. Professing themselves to be wise, they became fools and changed the image of the Incorruptible God, into an image made like to corruptible man; and to birds; and four-footed beast; and creeping things..." It appears to me that we're following this example. God's creation has gotten to a point where we think we're smarter than the Creator. We can interpret His word better than He can. The bible is it's own best interpreter, not man. Last question of the day. "According to II Tim. 3:16-17, what is the purpose of ALL scripture??" Is it not for Doctrine; for Reproof; for CORRECTION; for Instruction in Righteousness, that the man of God-universal term meaning both men and women-may be complete and thoroughly equipped for every good work?? There are a number of biblical principles, as well as examples, indicating that a woman should not be an Overseer. Both Scripture and Tradition tends to point this out, so why isn't it being practiced today?? My prayers will be with you for Spiritual Wisdom in all areas, and I ask the same from you; and my apologies to you if I've offended you in the manner of which I've stressed a couple of points. The CurtMan |
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234 | Pt.2 A Female Overseer | Bible general Archive 1 | TheCurtMan | 86309 | ||
Part 2 Is Jesus not the example we are suppose to follow?? Was He the type of man that went with the flow of things, the type of Guy that followed tradition?? The day before he picked his disciples, Jesus stayed up all night in prayer with the Father, the next day He went out nd picked twelve men. If there was ever a time for God to say it was OK to have a Female Overseer for His children, a female disciple would have gotten that point across. "Why do you think that out of twelve individuals, there wasn't one woman on that board??" Lets go back to I Tim. 2:12. "Why do you think that Paul said what he said in this verse??" For two reasons actually, 1. God told him to. Take a good look at II Peter chp.1 verses 19-21, and note that these verses isn't so much referring to the Interpretation-of-Scripture, as it is the Origin-of-Scripture. The other reason can be found in v.13-14. A careful look at Genesis would reveal a number of facts on this issue as well, like; A. When God gave the law, He gave it to Man, not woman. B. When God did give the law to Adam, Eve wasn't even on the set yet, it was before her time. C. When Eve DID show up, woman was presented as a Helper-of-Man, not a Leader-of-Man. There is a difference. Now here's the kicker. When man DID follow a woman's leading, Adam not only got himself into trouble, but he plunged the entire world into chaos. Society as we know it is a mad house. We have superseded morality with immorality. I believe Paul said it best when he said, "Because that, when they knew God they glorified Him not as God, neither were thankful, but became vain in their imaginations, and their foolish heart was darken. Professing themselves to be wise, they became fools and changed the image of the Incorruptible God, into an image made like to corruptible man; and to birds; and four-footed beast; and creeping things..." It appears to me that we're following this example. God's creation has gotten to a point where we think we're smarter than the Creator. We can interpret His word better than He can. The bible is it's own best interpreter, not man. Last question of the day. "According to II Tim. 3:16-17, what is the purpose of ALL scripture??" Is it not for Doctrine; for Reproof; for CORRECTION; for Instruction in Righteousness, that the man of God-universal term meaning both men and women-may be complete and thoroughly equipped for every good work?? There are a number of biblical principles, as well as examples, indicating that a woman should not be an Overseer. Both Scripture and Tradition tends to point this out, so why isn't it being practiced today?? My prayers will be with you for Spiritual Wisdom in all areas, and I ask the same from you; and my apologies to you if I've offended you in the manner of which I've stressed a couple of points. The CurtMan |
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235 | Pt.2 A Female Oversee | Not Specified | TheCurtMan | 86225 | ||
Part 2 Is Jesus not the example we are suppose to follow?? Was He the type of man that went with the flow of things, the type of Guy that followed tradition?? The day before he picked his disciples, Jesus stayed up all night in prayer with the Father, the next day He went out nd picked twelve men. If there was ever a time for God to say it was OK to have a Female Overseer for His children, a female disciple would have gotten that point across. "Why do you think that out of twelve individuals, there wasn't one woman on that board??" Lets go back to I Tim. 2:12. "Why do you think that Paul said what he said in this verse??" For two reasons actually, 1. God told him to. Take a good look at II Peter chp.1 verses 19-21, and note that these verses isn't so much referring to the Interpretation-of-Scripture, as it is the Origin-of-Scripture. The other reason can be found in v.13-14. A careful look at Genesis would reveal a number of facts on this issue as well, like; A. When God gave the law, He gave it to Man, not woman. B. When God did give the law to Adam, Eve wasn't even on the set yet, it was before her time. C. When Eve DID show up, woman was presented as a Helper-of-Man, not a Leader-of-Man. There is a difference. Now here's the kicker. When man DID follow a woman's leading, Adam not only got himself into trouble, but he plunged the entire world into chaos. Society as we know it is a mad house. We have superseded morality with immorality. I believe Paul said it best when he said, "Because that, when they knew God they glorified Him not as God, neither were thankful, but became vain in their imaginations, and their foolish heart was darken. Professing themselves to be wise, they became fools and changed the image of the Incorruptible God, into an image made like to corruptible man; and to birds; and four-footed beast; and creeping things..." It appears to me that we're following this example. God's creation has gotten to a point where we think we're smarter than the Creator. We can interpret His word better than He can. The bible is it's own best interpreter, not man. Last question of the day. "According to II Tim. 3:16-17, what is the purpose of ALL scripture??" Is it not for Doctrine; for Reproof; for CORRECTION; for Instruction in Righteousness, that the man of God-universal term meaning both men and women-may be complete and thoroughly equipped for every good work?? There are a number of biblical principles, as well as examples, indicating that a woman should not be an Overseer. Both Scripture and Tradition tends to point this out, so why isn't it being practiced today?? My prayers will be with you for Spiritual Wisdom in all areas, and I ask the same from you; and my apologies to you if I've offended you in the manner of which I've stressed a couple of points. The CurtMan |
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236 | Pt.2 A Female Oversee | Bible general Archive 1 | TheCurtMan | 86307 | ||
Part 2 Is Jesus not the example we are suppose to follow?? Was He the type of man that went with the flow of things, the type of Guy that followed tradition?? The day before he picked his disciples, Jesus stayed up all night in prayer with the Father, the next day He went out nd picked twelve men. If there was ever a time for God to say it was OK to have a Female Overseer for His children, a female disciple would have gotten that point across. "Why do you think that out of twelve individuals, there wasn't one woman on that board??" Lets go back to I Tim. 2:12. "Why do you think that Paul said what he said in this verse??" For two reasons actually, 1. God told him to. Take a good look at II Peter chp.1 verses 19-21, and note that these verses isn't so much referring to the Interpretation-of-Scripture, as it is the Origin-of-Scripture. The other reason can be found in v.13-14. A careful look at Genesis would reveal a number of facts on this issue as well, like; A. When God gave the law, He gave it to Man, not woman. B. When God did give the law to Adam, Eve wasn't even on the set yet, it was before her time. C. When Eve DID show up, woman was presented as a Helper-of-Man, not a Leader-of-Man. There is a difference. Now here's the kicker. When man DID follow a woman's leading, Adam not only got himself into trouble, but he plunged the entire world into chaos. Society as we know it is a mad house. We have superseded morality with immorality. I believe Paul said it best when he said, "Because that, when they knew God they glorified Him not as God, neither were thankful, but became vain in their imaginations, and their foolish heart was darken. Professing themselves to be wise, they became fools and changed the image of the Incorruptible God, into an image made like to corruptible man; and to birds; and four-footed beast; and creeping things..." It appears to me that we're following this example. God's creation has gotten to a point where we think we're smarter than the Creator. We can interpret His word better than He can. The bible is it's own best interpreter, not man. Last question of the day. "According to II Tim. 3:16-17, what is the purpose of ALL scripture??" Is it not for Doctrine; for Reproof; for CORRECTION; for Instruction in Righteousness, that the man of God-universal term meaning both men and women-may be complete and thoroughly equipped for every good work?? There are a number of biblical principles, as well as examples, indicating that a woman should not be an Overseer. Both Scripture and Tradition tends to point this out, so why isn't it being practiced today?? My prayers will be with you for Spiritual Wisdom in all areas, and I ask the same from you; and my apologies to you if I've offended you in the manner of which I've stressed a couple of points. The CurtMan |
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237 | Pt.2 A Female Oversee | Not Specified | TheCurtMan | 86224 | ||
Part 2 Is Jesus not the example we are suppose to follow?? Was He the type of man that went with the flow of things, the type of Guy that followed tradition?? The day before he picked his disciples, Jesus stayed up all night in prayer with the Father, the next day He went out nd picked twelve men. If there was ever a time for God to say it was OK to have a Female Overseer for His children, a female disciple would have gotten that point across. "Why do you think that out of twelve individuals, there wasn't one woman on that board??" Lets go back to I Tim. 2:12. "Why do you think that Paul said what he said in this verse??" For two reasons actually, 1. God told him to. Take a good look at II Peter chp.1 verses 19-21, and note that these verses isn't so much referring to the Interpretation-of-Scripture, as it is the Origin-of-Scripture. The other reason can be found in v.13-14. A careful look at Genesis would reveal a number of facts on this issue as well, like; A. When God gave the law, He gave it to Man, not woman. B. When God did give the law to Adam, Eve wasn't even on the set yet, it was before her time. C. When Eve DID show up, woman was presented as a Helper-of-Man, not a Leader-of-Man. There is a difference. Now here's the kicker. When man DID follow a woman's leading, Adam not only got himself into trouble, but he plunged the entire world into chaos. Society as we know it is a mad house. We have superseded morality with immorality. I believe Paul said it best when he said, "Because that, when they knew God they glorified Him not as God, neither were thankful, but became vain in their imaginations, and their foolish heart was darken. Professing themselves to be wise, they became fools and changed the image of the Incorruptible God, into an image made like to corruptible man; and to birds; and four-footed beast; and creeping things..." It appears to me that we're following this example. God's creation has gotten to a point where we think we're smarter than the Creator. We can interpret His word better than He can. The bible is it's own best interpreter, not man. Last question of the day. "According to II Tim. 3:16-17, what is the purpose of ALL scripture??" Is it not for Doctrine; for Reproof; for CORRECTION; for Instruction in Righteousness, that the man of God-universal term meaning both men and women-may be complete and thoroughly equipped for every good work?? There are a number of biblical principles, as well as examples, indicating that a woman should not be an Overseer. Both Scripture and Tradition tends to point this out, so why isn't it being practiced today?? My prayers will be with you for Spiritual Wisdom in all areas, and I ask the same from you; and my apologies to you if I've offended you in the manner of which I've stressed a couple of points. The CurtMan |
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238 | Pt.2 A Female Oversee | Bible general Archive 1 | TheCurtMan | 86354 | ||
Part 2 Is Jesus not the example we are suppose to follow?? Was He the type of man that went with the flow of things, the type of Guy that followed tradition?? The day before he picked his disciples, Jesus stayed up all night in prayer with the Father, the next day He went out nd picked twelve men. If there was ever a time for God to say it was OK to have a Female Overseer for His children, a female disciple would have gotten that point across. "Why do you think that out of twelve individuals, there wasn't one woman on that board??" Lets go back to I Tim. 2:12. "Why do you think that Paul said what he said in this verse??" For two reasons actually, 1. God told him to. Take a good look at II Peter chp.1 verses 19-21, and note that these verses isn't so much referring to the Interpretation-of-Scripture, as it is the Origin-of-Scripture. The other reason can be found in v.13-14. A careful look at Genesis would reveal a number of facts on this issue as well, like; A. When God gave the law, He gave it to Man, not woman. B. When God did give the law to Adam, Eve wasn't even on the set yet, it was before her time. C. When Eve DID show up, woman was presented as a Helper-of-Man, not a Leader-of-Man. There is a difference. Now here's the kicker. When man DID follow a woman's leading, Adam not only got himself into trouble, but he plunged the entire world into chaos. Society as we know it is a mad house. We have superseded morality with immorality. I believe Paul said it best when he said, "Because that, when they knew God they glorified Him not as God, neither were thankful, but became vain in their imaginations, and their foolish heart was darken. Professing themselves to be wise, they became fools and changed the image of the Incorruptible God, into an image made like to corruptible man; and to birds; and four-footed beast; and creeping things..." It appears to me that we're following this example. God's creation has gotten to a point where we think we're smarter than the Creator. We can interpret His word better than He can. The bible is it's own best interpreter, not man. Last question of the day. "According to II Tim. 3:16-17, what is the purpose of ALL scripture??" Is it not for Doctrine; for Reproof; for CORRECTION; for Instruction in Righteousness, that the man of God-universal term meaning both men and women-may be complete and thoroughly equipped for every good work?? There are a number of biblical principles, as well as examples, indicating that a woman should not be an Overseer. Both Scripture and Tradition tends to point this out, so why isn't it being practiced today?? My prayers will be with you for Spiritual Wisdom in all areas, and I ask the same from you; and my apologies to you if I've offended you in the manner of which I've stressed a couple of points. The CurtMan |
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239 | Pt.2 A Female Oversee | 1 Sam 25:10 | TheCurtMan | 86364 | ||
Part 2 Is Jesus not the example we are suppose to follow?? Was He the type of man that went with the flow of things, the type of Guy that followed tradition?? The day before he picked his disciples, Jesus stayed up all night in prayer with the Father, the next day He went out nd picked twelve men. If there was ever a time for God to say it was OK to have a Female Overseer for His children, a female disciple would have gotten that point across. "Why do you think that out of twelve individuals, there wasn't one woman on that board??" Lets go back to I Tim. 2:12. "Why do you think that Paul said what he said in this verse??" For two reasons actually, 1. God told him to. Take a good look at II Peter chp.1 verses 19-21, and note that these verses isn't so much referring to the Interpretation-of-Scripture, as it is the Origin-of-Scripture. The other reason can be found in v.13-14. A careful look at Genesis would reveal a number of facts on this issue as well, like; A. When God gave the law, He gave it to Man, not woman. B. When God did give the law to Adam, Eve wasn't even on the set yet, it was before her time. C. When Eve DID show up, woman was presented as a Helper-of-Man, not a Leader-of-Man. There is a difference. Now here's the kicker. When man DID follow a woman's leading, Adam not only got himself into trouble, but he plunged the entire world into chaos. Society as we know it is a mad house. We have superseded morality with immorality. I believe Paul said it best when he said, "Because that, when they knew God they glorified Him not as God, neither were thankful, but became vain in their imaginations, and their foolish heart was darken. Professing themselves to be wise, they became fools and changed the image of the Incorruptible God, into an image made like to corruptible man; and to birds; and four-footed beast; and creeping things..." It appears to me that we're following this example. God's creation has gotten to a point where we think we're smarter than the Creator. We can interpret His word better than He can. The bible is it's own best interpreter, not man. Last question of the day. "According to II Tim. 3:16-17, what is the purpose of ALL scripture??" Is it not for Doctrine; for Reproof; for CORRECTION; for Instruction in Righteousness, that the man of God-universal term meaning both men and women-may be complete and thoroughly equipped for every good work?? There are a number of biblical principles, as well as examples, indicating that a woman should not be an Overseer. Both Scripture and Tradition tends to point this out, so why isn't it being practiced today?? My prayers will be with you for Spiritual Wisdom in all areas, and I ask the same from you; and my apologies to you if I've offended you in the manner of which I've stressed a couple of points. The CurtMan |
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240 | Pt.1 Female Overseer | Not Specified | TheCurtMan | 86219 | ||
Part 1 Around the 4th of June, a question was posted, "Should a woman teach a man??" Or something like that. So I put my two cents in on that one. I received a reply to that question in the affirmative. I'd like to address it. It started with this question, "Is there a scripture that specifically says that a woman can not be a Pastor??" I would have to say that according to the principles in I Timothy, chp.3, verses 1-7, YES!! Take the opportunity to do a Word Study on the title 'Bishop' in v.2. What you'll discover is that Bishop can also be translated as Elder; Shepherd; Overseer; and even Pastor. The Pastor is the Overseer of the congregation; He's the Shepherd of that particular flock. Now the qualifications for this position is listed within these verses. Now v.1 starts out by saying, "If a MAN desires the position of a Bishop, HE desires a good work." Notice the word MAN, not woman. There are places in the scriptures where the word Man is used as a universal term meaning both men and women. This IS NOT one of those occasions, you can tell by the context. V.2, A Bishop then must be...the husband of one wife. My first question to you is, "How can a woman be the husband of one wife and still remain in God's Perfect Will??" V.4, One who rules HIS house well. According to the culture of that day, it was the MAN who ruled the household; not the woman. Unfortunately, the qualifications of an Overseer do not fit a woman. Also, take a look at I Tim. 2:12, "I do not permit a woman to teach or to have authority over a man..." Now this verse has really been taken outta context by many men, but IN context, Paul is referring to a church gathering. This verse can also be used in the affirmative to answer your question. However, my question to you is this, "How can a Female Overseer be an Overseer and not teach nor have authority over her male congregation??" You can't see how these verse tend to come together on this issue?? And how about I Corinthians 14:34-35, "Let your women keep silent in the church, for it is not permitted unto them to speak; but they are COMMANDED to be under OBEDIENCE, as also saith the law. And if they will learn anything, let them ask their husbands at home; for it is a shame for a women to speak in the church." The obvious question would be, "How can a Female Overseer be silent within her own congregation??" Better still, "How can a Female Overseer BE a Female Overseer and still remain obedient to God??" You stated that you wanted to adhere to the correct interpretation of scripture, but in order to do this you must study scripture. Do Word Studies; Get an understanding how the Greeks used certain words; Get an understanding of their culture; and above everything else, PRAY for Understanding. The Holy Spirit isn't going to tell you one thing about scripture, and tell someone else the complete opposite. He doesn't work that way. My next couple of questions involves our Lord and Savior... |
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