Should we teach others to rebel against standards?

[hometown guy]

Originally Posted by Tithesmeister

Brother,

I believe that you are misinterpreting this passage. You are certainly not alone. Many people believe and teach, that these verses are referring to pastors. I used to believe it as well. Let’s dig in a little deeper. Some questions:

Does the verse or verses say pastor?

Or are you hearing pastor?

Does any verse in the Bible refer to a pastor as a ruler of other men or ladies, in the church?

Is a pastor in authority over another man in the church?

Are there any scripture passages that contradict your interpretation?

If you could answer these questions, by objective study on your own, it might make it easier to “rightly divide the word”.

Would you be willing to try?

Or are you happy with your opinion?

So why don’t you enlighten us to whom the verse is referring to?