Women Preachers!?
Okay here is another one I had posted on my facebook site which did get a few replies but they were from males only who were NOT Christian. I usually post topics just to get discussions going to see others points of view regardless of whether they are Christian or not (hoping that my unsaved friends may get a glimpse into the wonders of the Gospel=) Anyway... maybe some here will have some insight because this is another thing that fascinates me and just want to know more about the subject and what others believe...(Ignore the part here where it says non-christian friends... that was for facebook only)
What is your take on female preachers? For my Christian friends - if you are able - use scripture to explain your claim - for non-Christian friends - explain in your own way. I think its fascinating to see peoples opinions on this subject. I have been interested in Pentacostalism for a Long long long long time - just find that and other Christian sects of the south and Appalachian culture interesting. Many churches accept female preachers or ministers - Included along with Pentacostal (Assembly of God) and other Holiness Churches here are the Episcopal, Methodist and Presbyterian denominations.These are some of the verses that are often quoted when representing the position of women within the Church. Now here is another...
Philip. 4:3 (KJV) And I intreat thee also, true yokefellow, help those women which labored with me in the gospel, with Clement also, and with other my fellowlabourers, whose names are in the book of life.
At Philippi, women were the first hearers of the Gospel, and Lydia the first convert. Instructions were given to labor with Paul in preaching the gospel.
In Romans 16 we have record of a number of women servants of the Lord in various Churches. Phebe (Romans 16:1-2), Priscilla (Romans 16:3-5), Mary, Tryphena, Tryphosa, Persis, and Julia (Romans 16:6-15) are mentioned as laborers in the Lord.)
There are some that do not and base their beliefs in scripture as well... (ie.“A woman should learn in quietness and full submission. I do not permit a woman to teach or to have authority over a man; she must be silent” 1 Timothy 2:11-12.)
so whats your take. any input is greatly appreciated! =)
Okay here is another one I had posted on my facebook site which did get a few replies but they were from males only who were NOT Christian. I usually post topics just to get discussions going to see others points of view regardless of whether they are Christian or not (hoping that my unsaved friends may get a glimpse into the wonders of the Gospel=) Anyway... maybe some here will have some insight because this is another thing that fascinates me and just want to know more about the subject and what others believe...(Ignore the part here where it says non-christian friends... that was for facebook only)
What is your take on female preachers? For my Christian friends - if you are able - use scripture to explain your claim - for non-Christian friends - explain in your own way. I think its fascinating to see peoples opinions on this subject. I have been interested in Pentacostalism for a Long long long long time - just find that and other Christian sects of the south and Appalachian culture interesting. Many churches accept female preachers or ministers - Included along with Pentacostal (Assembly of God) and other Holiness Churches here are the Episcopal, Methodist and Presbyterian denominations.These are some of the verses that are often quoted when representing the position of women within the Church. Now here is another...
Philip. 4:3 (KJV) And I intreat thee also, true yokefellow, help those women which labored with me in the gospel, with Clement also, and with other my fellowlabourers, whose names are in the book of life.
At Philippi, women were the first hearers of the Gospel, and Lydia the first convert. Instructions were given to labor with Paul in preaching the gospel.
In Romans 16 we have record of a number of women servants of the Lord in various Churches. Phebe (Romans 16:1-2), Priscilla (Romans 16:3-5), Mary, Tryphena, Tryphosa, Persis, and Julia (Romans 16:6-15) are mentioned as laborers in the Lord.)
There are some that do not and base their beliefs in scripture as well... (ie.“A woman should learn in quietness and full submission. I do not permit a woman to teach or to have authority over a man; she must be silent” 1 Timothy 2:11-12.)
so whats your take. any input is greatly appreciated! =)