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Paul worked alongside, and commended, women with leadership roles which would have included what we would today think of as preaching. Such as Phoebe, a deacon; Junia, an apostle; multiple women who presided over worship gatherings in their homes; and so on. Any words which seem to deny that women can be gifted, called and authorised for such work, must be read alongside the clear NT evidence that they did such work in the earliest church, with the approval and support of the men (such as Paul).
I'm not sure why this thread is in this forum, but let me point out that it's not a debate forum, and the SOP includes: "Any discussions about Scripture and Christian theology should be done in a spirit of love and humility, exhibiting mutual respect and grace towards one another, with the goal of increasing spiritual insight and knowledge with the Holy Spirit's guidance. Discussions should not turn into a heated debate. Members who participate in this forum are not here to win an argument or prove a point, they are here to learn from one another and grow spiritually. We would like this forum to remain a safe place where Christian members from all denominations can learn more about being a disciple of Christ and following Him."
I would gently point out that a spirit of love, humility and mutual respect does not tell women in ministry that they have no business in doing what they do, or the like. Nor is that conducive to this forum being a safe place for all to participate.
I'm not sure why this thread is in this forum, but let me point out that it's not a debate forum, and the SOP includes: "Any discussions about Scripture and Christian theology should be done in a spirit of love and humility, exhibiting mutual respect and grace towards one another, with the goal of increasing spiritual insight and knowledge with the Holy Spirit's guidance. Discussions should not turn into a heated debate. Members who participate in this forum are not here to win an argument or prove a point, they are here to learn from one another and grow spiritually. We would like this forum to remain a safe place where Christian members from all denominations can learn more about being a disciple of Christ and following Him."
I would gently point out that a spirit of love, humility and mutual respect does not tell women in ministry that they have no business in doing what they do, or the like. Nor is that conducive to this forum being a safe place for all to participate.
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