Read 1 Timothy 2
http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=1%20Timothy+2&version=NIV
How is Timothy to carry out his mission of keeping the focus of the Ephesian church on sound doctrine and thus help them grow in love? First, he is to urge that the church pray for rulers—that the Christian might live peacefully in society and spread the Gospel (2:1–7). Within the church men are to maintain holiness and unity (v. 8), while women dress and behave in ways appropriate to those who worship God (vv. 9–10). In a much–debated passage, Paul also seems to restrict women from the role of those who give authoritative teaching in the church. And Paul bases his instruction on a theological rather than cultural argument (vv. 11–15).
Reflection and discussion question
How do you feel when you read verses 11 and 12?
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100% AGREE. Kidding...Just Kidding. Hmm. Different. I am just me, but I really dont agree. I think women are just as well to be leaders, in church & business sector.
ReplyDeleteI believe this was Paul's opinion based on the culture of the day. Jesus elevated women, and several had leadership roles among his followers. Paul did not say that
ReplyDeleteGod considered women inferior. There is much said about Mary and Martha. Jesus went to their house and talked to them and other guests. Lazarus was there too, but he had to get raised from the dead to get much recognition.