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NASB | 1 Timothy 2:12 But I do not allow a woman to teach or exercise authority over a man, but to remain quiet. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | 1 Timothy 2:12 I do not allow a woman to teach or exercise authority over a man, but to remain quiet [in the congregation]. |
Bible Question:
Biblicalman, There is a woman who preaches at the church i attend.. Are they wrong for doing that? For allowing her to preach? Thanks Julia |
Bible Answer: Greetings Julia, When speaking of certain spiritual gifts, such as preaching and teaching, the Spirit gives each gift "as He wills": 1 Corinthians 12:11 "But one and the same Spirit works all these things, distributing to each one individually just as He wills." So, if the Holy Spirit gives the gift of preaching to a woman, then who are we to stand in the way of the Holy Spirit? Does the Holy Spirit check gender before distributing each gift? The verse above says "as He wills." Blessings to you, Makarios |