Do You Believe In Women Preachers?

[Felicity]

Originally Posted by bishoph

Have any of you ever thought about the fact that a woman who preaches, teaches, prophesies, etc under the authority of her pastor has not execised any authority other than what has been granted to her by the "authority" that we are all to be subject to.......the Pastor. In 1 Ti 2:12 "But I do not allow a woman to teach, on her own authority over a man"

Yes, I've thought of it and made the same point.

How can a woman usurp authority that has been extended to her by her own authority?

[HeavenlyOne]

Originally Posted by Felicity

Yes, I've thought of it and made the same point.

How can a woman usurp authority that has been extended to her by her own authority?

And another thought.....is it ok for a man to usurp authority just because he's a man?

[bishoph]

In relation to Priscilla and Aquila, it is of great magnitude that the Apostle Paul on at least two occasions mentions Priscilla first. Again for those who claim to be scholars, I implore you to study the significance of her being named first in a salutation. Culturally, this was taboo as the man was always to be recognized first, except in cases where the woman held an office or position of authority or esteem. Thus, by his salutation it is obvious that he is recognizing her "calling" or authority.

Secondly, let us remember that many times we look at the scriptures written to a Middle Eastern culture (applicable to all the Body of Christ) and try to apply western definitions. Paul was not speaking to a Jewish church in Corinth but rather a gentile congregation who were accustomed to the rule of the Roman political realm, in which women had much say.

[Felicity]

Originally Posted by HeavenlyOne

And another thought.....is it ok for a man to usurp authority just because he's a man?

Man is subject to the authorities that have been placed over him.

I want to make it very very clear that I believe in headship of man, not woman.

[HeavenlyOne]

Originally Posted by Felicity

Man is subject to the authorities that have been placed over him.

I want to make it very very clear that I believe in headship of man, not woman.

Women are subject to the same authorities, regardless her position in life and in the church.

[bishoph]

Originally Posted by HeavenlyOne

And another thought.....is it ok for a man to usurp authority just because he's a man?

The answer is no! Usurp means to use ones own authority and is often equated with forcibly overruling the designated authority. We must all be subject to the higher power in our lives.