This document discusses arguments for and against women serving in ministry roles in the church. It examines several Bible passages often used against women in ministry, such as 1 Timothy 2:11-15 and 1 Corinthians 14:34. It argues that these passages should be understood in their historical context and do not represent a universal command, given evidence that Jesus commissioned women and the teachings of Paul's mentor Gamaliel. The document makes the case that restrictions on women were based on Jewish cultural practices rather than commands from God, and that Christians have been redeemed from such cultural restrictions through Christ.
The document provides commentary on Philippians 3:4-8 from the MacArthur New Testament Commentary. It summarizes Paul's credentials from his past life in Judaism that he no longer views as beneficial for salvation. This includes being circumcised, being an Israelite from the tribe of Benjamin, maintaining Hebrew traditions, being a Pharisee, persecuting the church, and following Mosaic law blamelessly. Paul now sees these as worthless "religious credits" and counts all things as loss compared to the surpassing benefit of knowing Christ.
Paul lists several credentials from his past life that he once thought contributed to his righteousness and salvation, but now sees as worthless. These include being circumcised as an infant according to Jewish law, being born into the chosen nation of Israel and prominent tribe of Benjamin, strictly maintaining Jewish traditions, becoming a Pharisee devoted to legalistic obedience of Jewish law, and zealously persecuting the early Christian church. Paul realized that none of these religious accomplishments, privileges, or sincerity in following tradition could save him or impress God. Salvation is not achieved through rituals, race, rank, tradition, religion, or sincerity, but only through the surpassing righteousness of knowing Christ.
This article contains, ''What About The Rapture'' ''Is It Scripturally Correct'' ''The True Rapture Is Every Man In His Own Order'' ''It Has Always Been In God's Plan To Have Forerunners'' ''Using The Three Hundred Or The Minority Group'' ''Ascending In The Cloud'' ''All Mysteries To Be Made Known'' ''Heaven Bound Creatures''
This document summarizes the first chapter of the book "Breaking the Curse of Poverty" by Dr. Wayne C. Gwilliam. The chapter argues that having a relationship with God based on obedience to His will is more important than an emotional relationship. It claims that teachings focusing on emotional relationship rather than obedience can lead believers into an immature faith and a "dead works" mentality that does not result in prosperity or healing. The chapter encourages believers to progress beyond an infant stage of faith to a mature stage of overcoming the devil through obedience to God's word.
10 mysterious biblical figures no one can explaingfgfl3
This document summarizes 10 mysterious biblical figures that are not well explained in the Bible, including Melchizedek, Cain's wife, Joseph Barsabbas, the Beloved Disciple, Simon Magus, Onan, Nicodemus, James the Just, Simon the Zealot, and Og. These figures are briefly mentioned but leave many questions unanswered about their identities, backgrounds, and roles. Apocryphal texts and extrabiblical traditions have attempted to provide more context but have also introduced conflicting interpretations.
19 The Significance of the Resurrection 1 Corinthians 15:1-58 Rick Peterson
The Significance of the Resurrection 1 Corinthians 15:1-58 Adapted from a David Owens sermon http://www.sermoncentral.com/print_friendly.asp?SermonID=126633
The document discusses obstacles to Bible study and the heart condition necessary for understanding scripture. It analyzes Jesus' parable of the sower, noting that the problem lies not with the farmer or seed, but with the soil (the heart). Three problems of the heart are identified: hard, shallow, and thorn-invested. The document outlines three schemes of the devil to prevent understanding - distraction, division, and spiritual blindness. Resistance requires putting on the armor of God, including taking up the sword of the Spirit (the rhema, or specific word) from scripture.
RAPTURE
Memory Verse:
In my father’s house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you- John 14:2
Outlines
* What Is Rapture?
* When Is The Rapture?
* What Will Happen At Rapture?
* How Will It Happen?
* Why Will The Rapture Take Place?
* Who Will Be Raptured?
Introduction
The second coming of Christ prophesied by Daniel in Daniel 7:13 is a sound biblical fact.
This return shall be in two stages. The first, "being like a thief in the night" to receive unto Himself His Church. This is popularly called the rapture. May the Holy Spirit Himself guide us into all truth, in Jesus' name
Conclusion
Everyone should do everything possible to be rapturable. These among others include: watchfulness, fellowshipping with brethren and the Holy Spirit and keeping the unity of faith. I Thessalonians. 5:6, Heb 10:25; Ephesians 4:3.
The document provides commentary on Philippians 3:4-8 from the MacArthur New Testament Commentary. It summarizes Paul's credentials from his past life in Judaism that he no longer views as beneficial for salvation. This includes being circumcised, being an Israelite from the tribe of Benjamin, maintaining Hebrew traditions, being a Pharisee, persecuting the church, and following Mosaic law blamelessly. Paul now sees these as worthless "religious credits" and counts all things as loss compared to the surpassing benefit of knowing Christ.
Paul lists several credentials from his past life that he once thought contributed to his righteousness and salvation, but now sees as worthless. These include being circumcised as an infant according to Jewish law, being born into the chosen nation of Israel and prominent tribe of Benjamin, strictly maintaining Jewish traditions, becoming a Pharisee devoted to legalistic obedience of Jewish law, and zealously persecuting the early Christian church. Paul realized that none of these religious accomplishments, privileges, or sincerity in following tradition could save him or impress God. Salvation is not achieved through rituals, race, rank, tradition, religion, or sincerity, but only through the surpassing righteousness of knowing Christ.
This article contains, ''What About The Rapture'' ''Is It Scripturally Correct'' ''The True Rapture Is Every Man In His Own Order'' ''It Has Always Been In God's Plan To Have Forerunners'' ''Using The Three Hundred Or The Minority Group'' ''Ascending In The Cloud'' ''All Mysteries To Be Made Known'' ''Heaven Bound Creatures''
This document summarizes the first chapter of the book "Breaking the Curse of Poverty" by Dr. Wayne C. Gwilliam. The chapter argues that having a relationship with God based on obedience to His will is more important than an emotional relationship. It claims that teachings focusing on emotional relationship rather than obedience can lead believers into an immature faith and a "dead works" mentality that does not result in prosperity or healing. The chapter encourages believers to progress beyond an infant stage of faith to a mature stage of overcoming the devil through obedience to God's word.
10 mysterious biblical figures no one can explaingfgfl3
This document summarizes 10 mysterious biblical figures that are not well explained in the Bible, including Melchizedek, Cain's wife, Joseph Barsabbas, the Beloved Disciple, Simon Magus, Onan, Nicodemus, James the Just, Simon the Zealot, and Og. These figures are briefly mentioned but leave many questions unanswered about their identities, backgrounds, and roles. Apocryphal texts and extrabiblical traditions have attempted to provide more context but have also introduced conflicting interpretations.
19 The Significance of the Resurrection 1 Corinthians 15:1-58 Rick Peterson
The Significance of the Resurrection 1 Corinthians 15:1-58 Adapted from a David Owens sermon http://www.sermoncentral.com/print_friendly.asp?SermonID=126633
The document discusses obstacles to Bible study and the heart condition necessary for understanding scripture. It analyzes Jesus' parable of the sower, noting that the problem lies not with the farmer or seed, but with the soil (the heart). Three problems of the heart are identified: hard, shallow, and thorn-invested. The document outlines three schemes of the devil to prevent understanding - distraction, division, and spiritual blindness. Resistance requires putting on the armor of God, including taking up the sword of the Spirit (the rhema, or specific word) from scripture.
RAPTURE
Memory Verse:
In my father’s house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you- John 14:2
Outlines
* What Is Rapture?
* When Is The Rapture?
* What Will Happen At Rapture?
* How Will It Happen?
* Why Will The Rapture Take Place?
* Who Will Be Raptured?
Introduction
The second coming of Christ prophesied by Daniel in Daniel 7:13 is a sound biblical fact.
This return shall be in two stages. The first, "being like a thief in the night" to receive unto Himself His Church. This is popularly called the rapture. May the Holy Spirit Himself guide us into all truth, in Jesus' name
Conclusion
Everyone should do everything possible to be rapturable. These among others include: watchfulness, fellowshipping with brethren and the Holy Spirit and keeping the unity of faith. I Thessalonians. 5:6, Heb 10:25; Ephesians 4:3.
20 Closing Words, Important Truths 1 Corinthians 16:1-24 Rick Peterson
Closing Words, Important Truths 1 Corinthians 16:1-24 Adapted from a David Owens sermon http://www.sermoncentral.com/print_friendly.asp?SermonID=127100
Paul warns the Philippians about false teachers known as the "false circumcision" who taught that circumcision and obeying the Law of Moses were necessary for salvation. He describes these false teachers as "dogs" and "evil workers" and urges the Philippians to exercise discernment. True believers rejoice in the Lord, worship in the Spirit of God, and do not put confidence in works or rituals but only in Christ.
16 My Part In The Body 1 Corinthians 12:1-31Rick Peterson
The document discusses how the church should function as a unified body, with each member playing an important role and supporting one another. It provides several metaphors and examples from the Bible to illustrate how unity within the church is essential, such as comparing the church to a human body with many interdependent parts or a barn that was moved only through group effort. The key points are that every member has value and a contribution to make, and that unity requires recognizing our shared purpose and interdependence.
1 Corinthians 1.10-17 3.1-4 Wk 47 Kingdom Problems Kingdom Solutions Second B...Lazarou Richard
The document summarizes upcoming events at a local church. It announces Bible study classes on 1 Corinthians chapters 1467 and 1469. It also advertises upcoming women's ministry, children's, and community outreach events around Christmas. It provides information on volunteering opportunities, toy and food donations for a holiday event, and invites members to invite others to church activities.
Part two the two st. johns of the new testament.GLENN PEASE
John may not as yet have understood why Jesus
wished to be baptized ; but, with the same reverence
with which he had shrunk from administering the
rite, he yielded when Jesus repeated his request.
The manner in which this mysterious candidate
received the rite must still further have heightened
John's respect and awe. St. Luke informs us that
Jesus came up from the water praying. This is a
solemn hint as to the spirit in which all divine ordi-
nances ought to be received.
Paul writes 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 to address a misunderstanding in the Thessalonian church about what happens to believers who have died before Christ's return. Some believed the dead would be separated from the living in the afterlife. Paul corrects this by explaining that the dead in Christ will rise first at His coming, then together the resurrected dead and living believers will ascend to meet Christ in the air. Paul's aim is to comfort the Thessalonians by assuring them that no believers will be left behind or at a disadvantage regardless of whether they have died or are alive at His return.
Sermon given at the 10.30am service, Christ Church Downend, Sunday February 10th, 2013. The Bible reading is Luke 9: 28-36. More sermons and talks at http://www.social-statistics.org/?cat=22
John the Baptist ushered in a new era while closing out the old. His message of repentance revealed the failings of religious hierarchy and automatically began closing out the old way. Similarly today, there is a "voice crying in the wilderness" bringing change and transitioning from a partial law/grace era to something greater. When the limitations of the old are fully removed, the perfect new way will be revealed. As John preceded Jesus, so too does this present-day Elijah ministry precede the full revelation of the Christ within us.
Where Will We Steer This New Year? Ephesians 1:1-2 Adapted from a Jim Black sermon http://www.sermoncentral.com/print_friendly.asp?ContributorID=&SermonID=53634
The document discusses the readings for the Fifth Sunday of Ordinary Time, which focus on God's call and the response of commitment to discipleship. It describes how Isaiah, Peter, and Paul each experienced God's call through revelation, recognition of unworthiness, and reassurance of their mission. Each felt unworthy in God's presence but was called to serve. The document also shares a personal story and reflects on how we are all called through baptism to ministry by responding to God's call with conversion and discipleship.
LESSON 01 "THE GOSPEL COMES TO THESSALONICACMN :PPT
The young pastor had a conversation with a woman who wanted to be baptized again. She felt she needed to confess more about her past. They discussed forgiveness in Christ. It then began raining heavily.
The document discusses Paul and Silas entering Thessalonica after being beaten in Philippi. They spoke boldly in the synagogue about how Jesus fulfilled prophecies. Paul's strategy was to attend the synagogue and use the Old Testament to show how the Messiah was prophesied to suffer before receiving glory. There were conflicting images of a conquering king and suffering servant in the prophecies.
The document discusses how the Bible is the sole source of truth and how people can know if a preacher or church is true or false based on what is preached. It examines the four divisions of the New Testament and emphasizes that one must obey what the apostles preached to be saved, such as being baptized in water and spirit. False preachers may teach other ways of salvation or traditions of men rather than what is in the Bible.
14 Idolatry - Then and Now 1 Corinthians 10:1-33Rick Peterson
This document provides a summary of Paul's letter to the Corinthians regarding eating food sacrificed to idols. Paul warns the Corinthians not to be overconfident in their spiritual knowledge and immunity to temptation. He cites examples from Israel's history where God judged the Israelites for idolatry and other sins despite delivering them from Egypt. Paul argues that eating food sacrificed to idols puts one in fellowship with demons and jeopardizes one's spiritual safety. He urges the Corinthians to consider how their actions might affect other believers and to do all things for God's glory.
Class 4 lift up jesus - THE SUPERNATURAL BIBLE STUDY - june 2016London Church
The document discusses evidence for Jesus performing miracles and being divine rather than just a prophet or teacher. It presents four Bible studies as examples:
1) The Supernatural Bible study examines prophecies about Jesus hundreds of years before his birth to argue the Bible has supernatural origins.
2) Jesus: Lord, Lunatic, Liar or Legend? discusses Jesus' controversial claims to being God and evaluates whether he could have been lying or mistaken.
3) The Miracles of Jesus defines miracles and examines the historical evidence for Jesus' miracles like raising Lazarus, using criteria like eyewitnesses and effects, to argue they show his divinity.
4) The Resurrection of Jesus is
Paul provides practical advice to the Thessalonians on living holy lives, including avoiding sexual immorality. He encourages them to abound more in love for one another as they await Christ's return. Paul reminds them to avoid sexual misconduct and impurity as the Gentiles do, and instead live according to God's design for sexuality within marriage. He tells them to mind their own business and work with their hands so they are dependent on no one.
This article proposes that Mary Magdalene, rather than John of Zebedee, authored the Gospel of John. It argues that as the founder and leader of the Johannine community, Mary Magdalene authored the initial pre-Gospel version upon which the Gospel of John is based. However, the male leadership of the emerging institutional church suppressed Mary Magdalene's role due to her gender. As a result, the Gospel was modified to conceal her identity as the Beloved Disciple and to establish a male author instead. The article cites evidence from the Gospel itself, Gnostic writings, and the early history of the Johannine community to support this hypothesis.
15 Respecting God’s Order of Things 1 Corinthians 11:2-34Rick Peterson
Respecting God’s Order of Things 1 Corinthians 11:2-34 Adapted from a David Owens sermon http://www.sermoncentral.com/print_friendly.asp?SermonID=124396
1. Jesus tells his disciples that in the future they will no longer need to ask him questions directly, but will receive knowledge and power from God the Father through prayer in Jesus' name.
2. The disciples' relationship with Jesus as their teacher will change after his resurrection. They will gain a "fulness of knowledge" from the Holy Spirit and an "inward teacher" to guide them.
3. They will also gain "fulness of power" through unlimited influence with God in prayer, including the power of miracles, prophecy, and making all events serve their well-being and the Church's mission.
Social & cultural environment of brazilMohit Malviya
Brazil has high levels of social and economic inequality. The country's population can be divided into classes, with the richest 10% earning 47% of national income while the poorest 20% earn only 3%. While a middle class now makes up around a third of the population, inequality has been growing. Gender roles also reflect social stratification, with women traditionally expected to be subordinate to men and take on domestic responsibilities. Educational opportunities are tied to social class and geography, though literacy rates have risen in recent decades. Nongovernmental organizations have also grown to advocate for issues like land reform and rural poverty.
This presentation contains forward-looking statements that reflect the current views of Deutsche Telekom management with respect to future events. These forward-looking statements include statements with regard to the expected development of revenue, earnings, profits from operations, depreciation and amortization, cash flows and personnel-related measures. You should consider them with caution. Such statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, most of which are difficult to predict and are generally beyond Deutsche Telekom’s control. Among the factors that might influence our ability to achieve our objectives are the progress of our workforce reduction initiative and other cost-saving measures, and the impact of other significant strategic, labor or business initiatives, including acquisitions, dispositions and business combinations, and our network upgrade and expansion initiatives. In addition, stronger than expected competition, technological change, legal proceedings and regulatory developments, among other factors, may have a material adverse effect on our costs and revenue development. Further, the economic downturn in our markets, and changes in interest and currency exchange rates, may also have an impact on our business development and the availability of financing on favorable conditions. Changes to our expectations concerning future cash flows may lead to impairment write downs of assets carried at historical cost, which may materially affect our results at the group and operating segment levels. If these or other risks and uncertainties materialize, or if the assumptions underlying any of these statements prove incorrect, our actual performance may materially differ from the performance expressed or implied by forward-looking statements. We can offer no assurance that our estimates or expectations will be achieved. Without prejudice to existing obligations under capital market law, we do not assume any obligation to update forward-looking statements to take new information or future events into account or otherwise.
In addition to figures prepared in accordance with IFRS, Deutsche Telekom also presents non-GAAP financial performance measures, including, among others, EBITDA, EBITDA margin, adjusted EBITDA, adjusted EBITDA margin, adjusted EBIT, adjusted net income, free cash flow, gross debt and net debt. These non-GAAP measures should be considered in addition to, but not as a substitute for, the information prepared in accordance with IFRS. Non-GAAP financial performance measures are not subject to IFRS or any other generally accepted accounting principles. Other companies may define these terms in different ways.
20 Closing Words, Important Truths 1 Corinthians 16:1-24 Rick Peterson
Closing Words, Important Truths 1 Corinthians 16:1-24 Adapted from a David Owens sermon http://www.sermoncentral.com/print_friendly.asp?SermonID=127100
Paul warns the Philippians about false teachers known as the "false circumcision" who taught that circumcision and obeying the Law of Moses were necessary for salvation. He describes these false teachers as "dogs" and "evil workers" and urges the Philippians to exercise discernment. True believers rejoice in the Lord, worship in the Spirit of God, and do not put confidence in works or rituals but only in Christ.
16 My Part In The Body 1 Corinthians 12:1-31Rick Peterson
The document discusses how the church should function as a unified body, with each member playing an important role and supporting one another. It provides several metaphors and examples from the Bible to illustrate how unity within the church is essential, such as comparing the church to a human body with many interdependent parts or a barn that was moved only through group effort. The key points are that every member has value and a contribution to make, and that unity requires recognizing our shared purpose and interdependence.
1 Corinthians 1.10-17 3.1-4 Wk 47 Kingdom Problems Kingdom Solutions Second B...Lazarou Richard
The document summarizes upcoming events at a local church. It announces Bible study classes on 1 Corinthians chapters 1467 and 1469. It also advertises upcoming women's ministry, children's, and community outreach events around Christmas. It provides information on volunteering opportunities, toy and food donations for a holiday event, and invites members to invite others to church activities.
Part two the two st. johns of the new testament.GLENN PEASE
John may not as yet have understood why Jesus
wished to be baptized ; but, with the same reverence
with which he had shrunk from administering the
rite, he yielded when Jesus repeated his request.
The manner in which this mysterious candidate
received the rite must still further have heightened
John's respect and awe. St. Luke informs us that
Jesus came up from the water praying. This is a
solemn hint as to the spirit in which all divine ordi-
nances ought to be received.
Paul writes 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 to address a misunderstanding in the Thessalonian church about what happens to believers who have died before Christ's return. Some believed the dead would be separated from the living in the afterlife. Paul corrects this by explaining that the dead in Christ will rise first at His coming, then together the resurrected dead and living believers will ascend to meet Christ in the air. Paul's aim is to comfort the Thessalonians by assuring them that no believers will be left behind or at a disadvantage regardless of whether they have died or are alive at His return.
Sermon given at the 10.30am service, Christ Church Downend, Sunday February 10th, 2013. The Bible reading is Luke 9: 28-36. More sermons and talks at http://www.social-statistics.org/?cat=22
John the Baptist ushered in a new era while closing out the old. His message of repentance revealed the failings of religious hierarchy and automatically began closing out the old way. Similarly today, there is a "voice crying in the wilderness" bringing change and transitioning from a partial law/grace era to something greater. When the limitations of the old are fully removed, the perfect new way will be revealed. As John preceded Jesus, so too does this present-day Elijah ministry precede the full revelation of the Christ within us.
Where Will We Steer This New Year? Ephesians 1:1-2 Adapted from a Jim Black sermon http://www.sermoncentral.com/print_friendly.asp?ContributorID=&SermonID=53634
The document discusses the readings for the Fifth Sunday of Ordinary Time, which focus on God's call and the response of commitment to discipleship. It describes how Isaiah, Peter, and Paul each experienced God's call through revelation, recognition of unworthiness, and reassurance of their mission. Each felt unworthy in God's presence but was called to serve. The document also shares a personal story and reflects on how we are all called through baptism to ministry by responding to God's call with conversion and discipleship.
LESSON 01 "THE GOSPEL COMES TO THESSALONICACMN :PPT
The young pastor had a conversation with a woman who wanted to be baptized again. She felt she needed to confess more about her past. They discussed forgiveness in Christ. It then began raining heavily.
The document discusses Paul and Silas entering Thessalonica after being beaten in Philippi. They spoke boldly in the synagogue about how Jesus fulfilled prophecies. Paul's strategy was to attend the synagogue and use the Old Testament to show how the Messiah was prophesied to suffer before receiving glory. There were conflicting images of a conquering king and suffering servant in the prophecies.
The document discusses how the Bible is the sole source of truth and how people can know if a preacher or church is true or false based on what is preached. It examines the four divisions of the New Testament and emphasizes that one must obey what the apostles preached to be saved, such as being baptized in water and spirit. False preachers may teach other ways of salvation or traditions of men rather than what is in the Bible.
14 Idolatry - Then and Now 1 Corinthians 10:1-33Rick Peterson
This document provides a summary of Paul's letter to the Corinthians regarding eating food sacrificed to idols. Paul warns the Corinthians not to be overconfident in their spiritual knowledge and immunity to temptation. He cites examples from Israel's history where God judged the Israelites for idolatry and other sins despite delivering them from Egypt. Paul argues that eating food sacrificed to idols puts one in fellowship with demons and jeopardizes one's spiritual safety. He urges the Corinthians to consider how their actions might affect other believers and to do all things for God's glory.
Class 4 lift up jesus - THE SUPERNATURAL BIBLE STUDY - june 2016London Church
The document discusses evidence for Jesus performing miracles and being divine rather than just a prophet or teacher. It presents four Bible studies as examples:
1) The Supernatural Bible study examines prophecies about Jesus hundreds of years before his birth to argue the Bible has supernatural origins.
2) Jesus: Lord, Lunatic, Liar or Legend? discusses Jesus' controversial claims to being God and evaluates whether he could have been lying or mistaken.
3) The Miracles of Jesus defines miracles and examines the historical evidence for Jesus' miracles like raising Lazarus, using criteria like eyewitnesses and effects, to argue they show his divinity.
4) The Resurrection of Jesus is
Paul provides practical advice to the Thessalonians on living holy lives, including avoiding sexual immorality. He encourages them to abound more in love for one another as they await Christ's return. Paul reminds them to avoid sexual misconduct and impurity as the Gentiles do, and instead live according to God's design for sexuality within marriage. He tells them to mind their own business and work with their hands so they are dependent on no one.
This article proposes that Mary Magdalene, rather than John of Zebedee, authored the Gospel of John. It argues that as the founder and leader of the Johannine community, Mary Magdalene authored the initial pre-Gospel version upon which the Gospel of John is based. However, the male leadership of the emerging institutional church suppressed Mary Magdalene's role due to her gender. As a result, the Gospel was modified to conceal her identity as the Beloved Disciple and to establish a male author instead. The article cites evidence from the Gospel itself, Gnostic writings, and the early history of the Johannine community to support this hypothesis.
15 Respecting God’s Order of Things 1 Corinthians 11:2-34Rick Peterson
Respecting God’s Order of Things 1 Corinthians 11:2-34 Adapted from a David Owens sermon http://www.sermoncentral.com/print_friendly.asp?SermonID=124396
1. Jesus tells his disciples that in the future they will no longer need to ask him questions directly, but will receive knowledge and power from God the Father through prayer in Jesus' name.
2. The disciples' relationship with Jesus as their teacher will change after his resurrection. They will gain a "fulness of knowledge" from the Holy Spirit and an "inward teacher" to guide them.
3. They will also gain "fulness of power" through unlimited influence with God in prayer, including the power of miracles, prophecy, and making all events serve their well-being and the Church's mission.
Social & cultural environment of brazilMohit Malviya
Brazil has high levels of social and economic inequality. The country's population can be divided into classes, with the richest 10% earning 47% of national income while the poorest 20% earn only 3%. While a middle class now makes up around a third of the population, inequality has been growing. Gender roles also reflect social stratification, with women traditionally expected to be subordinate to men and take on domestic responsibilities. Educational opportunities are tied to social class and geography, though literacy rates have risen in recent decades. Nongovernmental organizations have also grown to advocate for issues like land reform and rural poverty.
This presentation contains forward-looking statements that reflect the current views of Deutsche Telekom management with respect to future events. These forward-looking statements include statements with regard to the expected development of revenue, earnings, profits from operations, depreciation and amortization, cash flows and personnel-related measures. You should consider them with caution. Such statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, most of which are difficult to predict and are generally beyond Deutsche Telekom’s control. Among the factors that might influence our ability to achieve our objectives are the progress of our workforce reduction initiative and other cost-saving measures, and the impact of other significant strategic, labor or business initiatives, including acquisitions, dispositions and business combinations, and our network upgrade and expansion initiatives. In addition, stronger than expected competition, technological change, legal proceedings and regulatory developments, among other factors, may have a material adverse effect on our costs and revenue development. Further, the economic downturn in our markets, and changes in interest and currency exchange rates, may also have an impact on our business development and the availability of financing on favorable conditions. Changes to our expectations concerning future cash flows may lead to impairment write downs of assets carried at historical cost, which may materially affect our results at the group and operating segment levels. If these or other risks and uncertainties materialize, or if the assumptions underlying any of these statements prove incorrect, our actual performance may materially differ from the performance expressed or implied by forward-looking statements. We can offer no assurance that our estimates or expectations will be achieved. Without prejudice to existing obligations under capital market law, we do not assume any obligation to update forward-looking statements to take new information or future events into account or otherwise.
In addition to figures prepared in accordance with IFRS, Deutsche Telekom also presents non-GAAP financial performance measures, including, among others, EBITDA, EBITDA margin, adjusted EBITDA, adjusted EBITDA margin, adjusted EBIT, adjusted net income, free cash flow, gross debt and net debt. These non-GAAP measures should be considered in addition to, but not as a substitute for, the information prepared in accordance with IFRS. Non-GAAP financial performance measures are not subject to IFRS or any other generally accepted accounting principles. Other companies may define these terms in different ways.
The document discusses several labor systems used in colonial Spanish America:
1) The encomienda system granted authority over indigenous populations to provide labor and goods in exchange for Christianization.
2) The mit'a system in the Andes was based on communal obligations to work for rulers and religious groups.
3) Indentured servitude involved unfree laborers working under contract for a set time without pay for essentials and passage to a new country.
Ultrasound should be the first-line imaging modality for diagnosing acute appendicitis according to the authors. While ultrasound has excellent specificity, its sensitivity is limited. For cases where ultrasound is non-diagnostic due to non-visualization of the appendix, clinical reassessment and complementary MRI or CT imaging may be used if needed for diagnosis. Using ultrasound as the primary imaging tool can help decrease radiation exposure and healthcare costs while maintaining low rates of negative appendectomies and perforations.
UNICEF España ha logrado una amplia base de apoyo gracias a su énfasis en la comunicación y el marketing social para sensibilizar e informar a la ciudadanía. Cuenta con más de 250,000 socios y ha recaudado cientos de millones de euros a través de una estrategia que integra canales tradicionales y digitales como redes sociales y su sitio web interactivo.
- Celeste Fralick is a Principal Engineer and Chief Data Scientist at Intel with over 25 years of experience. She leads an Analytics Center of Excellence and has developed complex algorithms and predictive models that have generated over $2B in revenue.
- Her experience spans several roles in engineering, quality assurance, operations, and data science at Intel, Medtronic, National Semiconductor, Texas Instruments, and Fairchild Semiconductor.
- She holds a PhD in Bioengineering from Arizona State University and has authored patents and publications in analytics, medical devices, reliability, and quality systems.
Women in China have experienced both progress and setbacks in their rights and social status over time. Confucian teachings traditionally promoted male dominance and subservience of women. During the Tang Dynasty women had increased land rights, divorce rights, and access to education, but these gains were reduced later on. The 20th century brought new laws aimed at protecting women's rights, though cultural norms have been difficult to change and China's one-child policy has had negative effects, including sex-selective abortion and abandonment of baby girls. Today women make up a large part of the workforce but often face poor conditions, especially in rural areas. Overall women's equality under the law has advanced but true social and cultural equality remains a work in
http://businessculture.org - Find out about business culture in Austria. This guide is part of the Passport to Trade 2.0 project, which examined European Business culture in 31 countries looking at business communication, business etiquette, business meeting etiquette, internship and student placements, cost of living, work-life-balance and social media guide.
LCI Ireland COP March 2015 Event ( Sponsored by Project Management )John French
This document provides an overview of an event introducing lean construction principles. It includes an agenda for the event with presentations on lean project delivery and kickstarting a lean construction journey. It also summarizes the introduction to Lean Construction Ireland's community of practice, including its structure, purpose to change the industry, and events held so far. Additionally, it outlines the lean project pathway as a route for delivering projects and highlights elements needed for success, including applying lean throughout the project cycle and establishing integrated project teams.
This project describes about a smart intelligent security system for women. Women all over the world are facing much unethical physical harassment. This acquires a fast pace due to lack of a suitable surveillance system. Our project is a venture to resolve this problem. We are using two objects wrist band and spectacles that are used in day to day life. The system resembles a band on the wrist incorporated with pressure switch as an input which when activates shows the result Screaming alarm and tear gas mechanism are imposed for self-defensing purpose and send location and messages to the emergency contacts and also figure out the attacker using live streaming video. Tear gas mechanism and live streaming video using webcam is incorporated in the spectacles that act as a weapon of the smart technology. We really believe that this endeavor will make a difference in the women life.
UNICEF is an international non-governmental organization established by the United Nations to provide humanitarian and developmental aid to children worldwide. It aims to advocate for children's rights and help meet their basic needs. UNICEF relies on funding from governments and private donors to carry out its work in areas like child survival, development, protection, education, HIV/AIDS, and policy advocacy. It operates in over 190 countries and territories to promote issues like equal rights, healthcare, nutrition, water and sanitation, and education.
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The document discusses labor legislation in India. It provides definitions and explains that labor legislation refers to laws enacted by the government to provide social and economic security to workers. The key types of labor legislation discussed are protective legislation, which focuses on minimum labor standards and working conditions; regulatory legislation, which regulates relations between employers and employees; and social security legislation, which provides benefits to workers during difficult times. The document also examines the impact of the International Labour Organization (ILO) on the development of India's labor laws.
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Herlads of New Light - Pr. Roger W. CoonZafnat Panea
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This PowerPoint presentation offers a visual introduction to the Apostle Paul. See illustrations from the Cartoonist's Guide to Acts where Paul is the character in the story. These slides will also provide introductions to Paul's background, some current scholarly conversations around Paul's theological location, and a guide to when Paul's letters were written in the context of his journey's.
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This is a verse by verse commentary on Acts chapter 1 dealing with Jesus spending 40 days with his Apostles, and then rising into heaven. Two angels appear and tell them He will come again in a like manner. They go on to elect Matthias as an Apostle to take the place of Judas who has hanged himself.
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3. THE END IS LOVE Based on I Tim. 1:5
4. LAW AND GOSPEL Based on I Tim. 1:7f
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10. THE LOVE OF MONEY Based on I Tim. 6:6-10
The document discusses the role of women in the church according to 1 Timothy 2:9-12. It provides historical context on the situation in Ephesus where women were disrupting worship services through immodest dress and behavior. It examines what Paul meant by women learning in silence and not teaching or having authority over men. While affirming women's spiritual equality, it argues their separate role does not include church leadership positions. Women are to demonstrate godly character through modesty, good works and submission rather than drawing attention to themselves.
RBC Bible Conference yang dibawakan oleh Rev. Bill Crowder dengan tema "Paulus - Pribadi yang Diubahkan."
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Mubhedha waMudhara [translated - The Father's bed] Notes.pdfTheScribe4
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The article regarding this can be found at the Dunamis Word Blog:
https://bethelburnett.blogspot.com/2020/04/covid-19-vaccine-abortionwhats.html
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COGIC Young Men Of Valor Training Manual Statement
Women In The Ministry Summary
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Women In The Ministry Summary
The scriptures generally used against women in the ministry:
1 Tim 2:11-15 ~ . 11-Let the woman learn in silence with all subjection. 12-But I
suffer not a woman to teach, nor to usurp authority over the man, but to be in
silence. 13-For Adam was first formed, then Eve. 14-And Adam was not deceived,
but the woman being deceived was in the transgression. 15-Notwithstanding she
shall be saved in childbearing, if they continue in faith and charity and holiness
with sobriety.
1 Cor. 14:34 ~ 34-Let your women keep silence in the churches: for it is not
permitted unto them to speak; but they are commanded to be under obedience, as
also saith the law. 35-And if they will learn any thing, let them ask their husbands
at home: for it is a shame for women to speak in the church.
See the article at the Dunamis Word entitled “Women in Ministry, Is There Sexism In The
Christian Church?” for the basic elements of this argument.
The first stop to understanding this topic is to discover the sitz-em-laban of scripture. This is the
actual historical setting in which the scripture was recorded. This leads the bible student to
discover not only the “what” of scripture, as in what was actually said, but also the “why” of
scripture, as in what purpose did the scripture or instruction serve.
We must make note, of the actual setting to say that the church was a growing first century
church experiencing an influx of people both in Corinth and in Asia that had little point of
reference for Jewish Tradition, ethic or concept of synagogue. They were certainly unfamiliar in
many cases with morally relative customs of the Jews. Many of these customs however existed
and continued within the first century chuuch especially prior to the second temple destruction in
70AD.
7 Lines Of Argumentation That Make A Powerful Case In Favor
1-Jesus Commissions Women
This may be the single most important piece of evidence that Jesus not only calls women
to service, but that he gives them instructions for men and to direct men and mankind in
general even telling forth his word without regard to gender. (Matt. 28:10, Mark, 16: 7,
Luke 24:7-12, John 20:1-2)
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All three synoptic gospels record this plus the gospel of John, thus making this one
of the most thoroughly verified events of the NT.
This was against the culture and prevailing thoughts of the day. Jesus commissions
women in all gospel accounts. Like the baptism of John, which was to validate the works
of John and pronounce a new kingdom, Jesus giving the women charge was a SOLID,
sound and irrefutable assertion that Women could be and were commissioned by Jesus to
do works of tell forth or forth-telling the word of God.
Dr. John P Mier in his book, "A Marginal Jew" points out on more than one occasion that Paul's epistles
often have a strong Jewish and Pharisaic overtone. In fact at this juncture, and also 1 Cor. 11, Paul's
Pharisaic Judaism seeps out more strongly than at other times. This is the key to understanding what
Paul was referencing when he spoke about women learning in subjection and in silence and not usurping
authority over men. As it pertains to women learning in silence and subjection, Clarke's Bible
Commentary states the following regarding Paul's admonition to women in the verses:
"This was a Jewish ordinance; women were not permitted to teach in the assemblies, or even to
ask questions. The rabbins taught that "a woman should know nothing but the use of her
distaff." And the sayings of Rabbi Eliezer, as delivered, Bammidbar Rabba, sec. 9, fol. 204, are
both worthy of remark and of execration; they are these: לנשים ימסרו ואל תורה דברי ישרפוyisrephu
dibrey torah veal yimsaru lenashim, "Let the words of the law be burned, rather than that
they should be delivered to women." This was their condition till the time of the Gospel, when,
according to the prediction of Joel, the Spirit of God was to be poured out on the women as well
as the men, that they might prophesy, i.e. teach."
As a “cultural” practice, women did not debate or dispute men in public. This was culture,
not command of God. This was why we also see the men struggling with accepting the words of
these women after Jesus commissioned them. That denial was an ANE or OT paradigm. This had
nothing to do with the LIBERATION that was brought and delivered by Jesus.
2- We Are Redeemed From The Curse Of The Law
It is clear that Women being “behind” a man was based on customs and practice and was
of the OT motif. It was part of the curse of the law. Gen 3:16 outlines the curse,
“Unto the woman he said, I will greatly multiply thy sorrow and thy conception; in sorrow
thou shalt bring forth children; and thy desire shall be to thy husband, and he shall rule over
thee”.
In fact Paul, when dealing with these issues that were of “specific instance” as we will
outline later, invokes 2 common OT motifs to establish the subjection of women.
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A- Judaic Assumption: WOMEN CAN BE READILY DECEIVED (1 Tim.
2:14):
This was a throwback to Paul’s Pharisaic heritage. That women should be subject
because Eve aka: “women” was deceived in the Garden and because Eve was
deceived and Adam was not, therefore the transgression was upon her. (1 Tim. 2:15)
(also see Paul’s parallel to spiritual deception or reversion from tenets of faith basing
it on the physical nature of being a woman pointing out Eve…
2 Cor. 11:3 ~ But I fear, lest by any means, as the serpent beguiled Eve through his subtilty,
so your minds should be corrupted from the simplicity that is in Christ.
[Caveat and Retort: It is Paul’s Pharisaic training (Acts 22:3) that leads him to his conclusions
that the women’s position and resultant actions were somehow the issue. I don’t believe that
Paul’s teaching was a universal command and was CASE SPECIFIC for three reasons 2 of which
I will outline here:
1- There is ample evidence to be found in the fact that Paul declares that it wasn’t the sin of Eve
that brought about the curse of sin, but that it was the sin of Adam:
Rom. 5:12 ~ Wherefore, as by one man sin entered into the world, and death by sin;
and so death passed upon all men, for that all have sinned:
This is important because it could shed light on why Paul approached the subject dealing with the
Church at Corinth the way he did providing a specific polemic to deal with specific issues.
Language also indicates that as we will see later.
Gamaliel
Died probably AD 50 was said to be one of the greatest teachers of Judaism.
2 - The historical accounts of Paul’s teacher, Gamaliel indicate that he was a proponent of
women’s rights under Judaism and interpreted the law in favor of women This gives insight into
why Paul’s position on marriage was unique, especially when combined with commands and
instructions that he received “from the Lord”.
In addition, Gamaliel was not violent in his view of various religions and there is no evidence that
he persecuted Christians as we see in his student Saul.
For these reasons I propose that Saul vacated his teacher’s motif in some places, in favor of
placating the larger Pharisaic community as he himself indicates that he was zealous of the law
above his fellows. (Phil. 3:6, Acts 21:20 , 22:3) He wanted notoriety and catered to the mass
teaching of religious and nationalistic purity. Thus it was God’s “service” for him to have certain
put to death in the “name of God”
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Subsequently, after salvation, Saul, now Paul, was not a killer, but his background would bring to
light why he would have simply reduced the polemic to the subjugation of women in the
particular settings that he was addressing.
Simply put, telling the women to quiet down during the corporate gatherings and learn from their
husbands at home, was the most easy argument to make, Further Paul makes that argument
without the necessarily saying that God was specifically saying to do so as we shall discover.
B- THIS “LORDSHIP” OF THE MAN WAS ACCORDING TO THE LAW OR OT
PARADIGM (1 Cor. 14:34):
An unavoidable consequence of accepting the literalness of Paul’s argument, assuming a
universal command, without regard to context is the inescapable fact that the root of
Paul’s teaching in this area was according to Law or an OT paradigm rather than a NT
move or revelation of God in the subject. (which will be dealt with in a minute)
It is clear from all available, extant resources that Paul invoked the prevailing Jewish thought on
the subject. This is a key issue. We can trace through historical study exactly what Pre-NT
Jewish religious teachers taught regarding the issue of woman. From my article ON THE
Dunamis Word entitled, “Sexism In The Christian Church”
[Caveat and Retort: We have been redeemed from The Curse Of The Law
In Christ we have been redeemed from the “curse” of the law as outlined by the same
Paul in Galatians:
Gal. 3:13 ~ Christ hath redeemed us from the curse of the law, being made a
curse for us: for it is written, Cursed is every one that hangeth on a tree:
Now, this is interesting. In other areas we claim our liberation from the curse of the law
claiming that we do not have to abide by its ceremonial aspects and that the Law is
insufficient for salvation. However, in the church dealing with this issue, we assume that
because it is an OT practice that it is sufficient for practice. This is a logical
inconsistency. We can’t have it both ways.
If this practice was born as a result of the law and we are not under the law, then how is it
that we yet abide by the literalistic order established under the law?
The subjugation of women in this manner to declare that they cannot teach or lead
men as a universal command is a JEWISH idiom and practice smuggled into the
Christian church with the claim that it is truly a Christian practice. That argument
doesn’t hold up under scrutiny.
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3-“One In Christ Jesus”Argument
The same Paul who is said to have provided the restriction for women is the same one
who has also provided has delivered:
Galations 3:28-29 ~ 28-There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor
free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus. 29-And if
ye be Christ's, then are ye Abraham's seed, and heirs according to the promise.
Unlike it’s Judaic parent Christianity did not create or foster gender classism, at least to
the extent that teachers of the law had interpreted such through and by way of the
scriptures.
Many claim that this “one on Christ Jesus” (ness) was restricted to matters pertaining to
salvation and that there was no denial of salvation based on access to and through Christ
to the Father. That is another logical fallacy called special pleading.
Why?
Because there was NEVER such a distinction or restriction in salvation under Judaism.
The blood of goats and heifers was effectual and fervent for all men and even strangers of
the nations who would receive it.
To argue that this is a restriction is not only a bad interpretation of scripture, it is an
unwarranted assertion and imposition of scripture.
Paul’s word’s here and in this case become powerful evidence that not only was there no
restriction in salvation, but there was no class distinction in Christ based on gender. This
was truly a unique “Christian” moral value that was out of time during its time and would
have been interpreted as such by all either in favor or against.
4-Linguistic Argument & Scriptural Evidence
To understand this, we acknowledge that ALL scripture is given under the inspiration of
God and is profitable for all teaching and doctrine (2 Tim. 3:16) however we must make
note of at least 2 things:
1- Paul doesn’t speak as commandment of God on all issues and in this issue there is
evidence that he did not do so.
2- Men that interpret Paul’s words often use Selective Literalism to make their case.
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Observation 1: Commandment of God vs. The instructions of Paul:
In 1 Cor. 7 Paul lays down instructions dealing with marriage as follows:
1 Cor. 7:7-12 ~ 7-For I would that all men were even as I myself. But every man
hath his proper gift of God, one after this manner, and another after that. 8-I say
therefore to the unmarried and widows, It is good for them if they abide even as
I. 9-But if they cannot contain, let them marry: for it is better to marry than to
burn.10-And unto the married I command, yet not I, but the Lord, Let not the
wife depart from her husband: 11-But and if she depart, let her remain unmarried,
or be reconciled to her husband: and let not the husband put away his wife.12-But
to the rest speak I, not the Lord: If any brother hath a wife that believeth not,
and she be pleased to dwell with him, let him not put her away."
4 times in this discourse Paul delivers HIS instructions on the issue as opposed to a
command of God.
Paul does the same thing in 1 Tim. 2:11:15.
12-But I suffer not a woman to teach, nor to usurp authority over
the man, but to be in silence.
Paul makes note and takes time to say that HE SUFFERS this to not occur. There is no
command of God to this. In another passage in 1 Cor. 1:16 Paul giving instructions on
hair and glory says this:
16-But if any man seem to be contentious, we have no such
custom, neither the churches of God
Paul gave admonitions and followed up by saying that if some didn’t agree that his
teaching was a matter of cultural commensurability rather than restrictive literalism.
Observation 2: Selective Literalism
One of the greatest problems with placing restrictions on women, their duties and activities
that they can engage in because they are women is the selective literalism that those that
restrict implore.
If we take a literalistic approach, because there is no reason to simply take ONE verse
and make it a rule, we must also apply all of scripture on the subject. The restrictions are
as follows:
1- learn in silence"(1 Tim. 2:11),
2- "be in silence" (1 Tim. 2:11) (1 Cor. 14:34)
3- "be under obedience"(1 Cor. 14:34) [no mention of to whom if she is not married]
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4- don't even SPEAK in church (1Cor. 14:34)
5- learn from their "husbands at home" (1 Cor. 14:34)
The question is, why have those that oppose women “teaching and usurping authority over a
man” content to allow a woman to speak in church (yet alone sing) even against the
command of scripture? This is a most damaging argument against those who simply want to
restrict what women can do in the church.
The evidence of scripture from how the language of scripture is applied doesn’t hold
well for the argument that Paul has received a binding universal command from God
that restricts women in ministry. Selective literalism and picking certain emphasis while
overlooking others is disingenuous to the scriptures and a solid biblical reading all
together. Upon examination commands and restrictions in context simply don’t exist.
5-The OT prophecy was that “daughters” would prophesy. This is
forth telling and there is no restriction that would be to women only.
Often those in the Charismatic and Pentecostal camps of understanding are critically
scrutinized for the claim that “to prophesy” may mean to tell the future as God has
inspired or sent instructions. May revert to say that NT “prophesy” simply means to forth
tell which would also include teaching and instructing.
Without going into a great deal of detail in this writing, allow us to assume that
“prophecy” in the NT is restricted to “forth-telling” (which in this case is a minimal facts
argument). As stated, that would also have to include, by definition, teaching and
instructing.
In Acts, on the Day of Pentecost, when the Holy Ghost was poured out, Peter began to
preach a message based on what was prophesied in the book of Joel 2:28:
Acts 2:14-18 ~ 14-But Peter, standing up with the eleven, lifted up his voice, and
said unto them, Ye men of Judaea, and all ye that dwell at Jerusalem, be this
known unto you, and hearken to my words: 15-For these are not drunken, as ye
suppose, seeing it is but the third hour of the day. 16-But this is that which was
spoken by the prophet Joel; 17-And it shall come to pass in the last days, saith
God, I will pour out of my Spirit upon all flesh: and your sons and your
daughters shall prophesy, and your young men shall see visions, and your old
men shall dream dreams: 18-And on my servants and on my handmaidens I will
pour out in those days of my Spirit; and they shall prophesy:
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Here Peter seeing men and women moving in the Spirit, does not seek to restrict it, he
seeks to emphasize that it is a move of God. Women “prophesying” to men, glorifying
God and telling forth the way of salvation.
For one to claim that they were only giving praise, is again unwarranted scriptural
literalism.
So we see with this argument that Women being able and called by God to FORTH-
TELL aka prophesy, is an act of the holy Ghost within the church and the life of the
believer. There is no restriction.
6-Paul Recognizes Women In Ministry
Paul references either women in the ministry or women associated with his ministry over
23 times in the NT. NONE of the references restrict women to simply ministering to
other women. Neither does Paul define their duties by saying that they only are to serve
women. Those assumptions are impositions upon scripture.
Paul also did not distance himself from women that served the Lord in leadership and ministry
capacities within the early church. His admonitions to to the church at Rome to
receive Pheobe who served as a Deconess at the church at Cenchrea, and to "help those women
which laboured" with both He and Clement in the gospel, (Phil. 4:3) cannot go without note. In
addition the ministry of Aquila along with his wife Priscilla, who had a church in their house( 1
Cor. 16:19) , was widely known and a definite benefit to both Paul and Apollos (Acts 18:26).
The question is how are we to believe that a woman labor in the gospel,
in silence and restricted only to women, as the critic and ultra-
fundamentalist requires? The notion is just plainly ridiculous if not
simply impossible one and further displays a misinterpretation of Paul's
intent.
7-The Sovereignty Of God
One of the cardinal doctrines and recognitions of the Reformation and the reformed
Christian faith belief is the doctrine of God’s sovereignty. That he can do what he wills as
his own divine act and action without question, charge or restriction.
For those who restrict women to simply be “under” a man or only serve at a “man’s
direction” This doctrine is not otherwise questioned with the exception of God using a
woman to teach, preach and lead a man.
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Unfortunately many who literally hold to the restriction of a woman in the service of the
Lord, believe that God can use a “donkey” to speak to a man (Num. 22:28 ~ Balaam) and
instruct him, but cannot, does not and should not use a woman.
What of God and HIS will or plan? Is man’s thoughts regarding who God can use greater
than the God who uses all people to his glory?
Those who restrict women in ministry and even leadership also violate the cardinal belief
that God is sovereign. For them he is sovereign “as long as” he uses who they approve.
This is an affront to God.
Conclusion & Summary:
The aforementioned 7 lines of argumentation make an overwhelming case in favor of
women in the ministry in both roles of teaching, forth-telling both men and women and
further in church leadership.
Many women simply don’t want to be a leader and they do not have to. Many men do not
wish to lead also. They don’t have to either.
However, to make the assumptions that God has restricted persons from certain aspects of
HIS service simply because of their gender is much more than the scripture teaches to a
universal church.
In Paul’s writing we see the command to certain behavior and restrictions based on what
was occurring in those settings. The setting was primarily based on Jewish practice and
idioms. These “traditions” were not commands of God but served their purpose in
establishing order and bringing together all mean and women to the glory of God. It is
my hope that the church would stop delivering restrictions based on gender bias and seek
to find the sitz-em-laban of scripture and ask why God allows what was said and what
impact that it had on believers.
The fact is that man was in bad shape without a woman…God created the woman for
him. How can be satisfied to simply oppress what God has given him to help him, not
only privately, but also publicly?
Pastor H. Burnett
The Dunamis Word
New Bethel COGIG
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Supt. Harvey Burnett ~ The Dunamis Word/ New Bethel COGIC
P.O. Box 6167 Peoria, IL. 61602 www.bethelburnett.blogspot.com Dunamis1@netzero.com