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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: Do you think that God wants women to be ministers and pastors, according to scriptures I starting not to think so, can you give me your perspective on this? |
Bible Answer: Reading over the answers you have received I have yet to read that any other scripture emphasized except from Timothy as to what is being reviewed, discussed and encouraged to be obeyed. Remember, this is the only book in the New Testament that is a specific letter to someone. 1 Timothy 1 :: New King James Version (NKJV) 1 Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ, by the commandment of God our Savior and the Lord Jesus Christ, our hope, 2To Timothy, a true son in the faith: Grace, mercy, and peace from God our Father and Jesus Christ our Lord. Paul is writing it to Timothy. All other letters are to churches, people groups and so on...I have come to the conclusion to keep this in mind when reading Paul's direction to Timothy as he starts his churches...and how this applies to today's church leadership. It was important enough to be placed in the Holy Word and that should influence you greatly. Also, something to think about is that Paul will write with the authority of God from the Law and from the teaching of Jesus and NOTING with references this...if you read this part of the letter he is giving his(Paul's)suggestion to Timothy on how to lead this church. The pronoun structure of the translated Greek suggests Paul speaking...But please remember that there are no letters or writings from women in the New Testament...that is how few women leaders God has called, but He has called us in many ways, keep your trust with Him and He will guide you in the Word. love and grace in Him, Rachel |