I Do Not Permit a Woman to Teach or to Have Authority Over a Man

What was Paul really talking about? Is it not true that in the Kingdom of God "there is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is neither male nor female; for you are all one in Christ Jesus." Galatians 3:28

Let's look at 1 Timothy 2:11 & 12 and understand what Paul was referring to.

1 Timothy 2:11 & 12 "Let a woman learn in silence with all submission. I do not permit a woman to teach or to have authority over a man, but to be in silence."

Paul was addressing a cultural issue at the church in Ephesus. The women that were unleaded were disorderly and disruptive, and Paul had to address their behavior.

When Paul said, "I do not permit a woman to teach or to have authority over a man", he was not saying every woman from every church must not teach or have authority over a man, or Paul would not have praised the many women who did!

Below are links to more teachings on this topic.

Should Women Teach Men

https://mightywindtv.lightcast.com/player/25469/705938

12 Examples of Biblical Women Who Taught Men

https://mightywindtv.lightcast.com/player/25469/664835

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Can A Woman Be A Leader In the Church?

A woman can be submissive to her husband, yet still in charge in her God given ministry.

Galatians 3:28 “There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is neither male nor female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus.”

In the Kingdom of God there is no division based on male nor female for we are one in Christ. He shows no partiality.

Deuteronomy 10:17 “For the Lord your God is God of gods and Lord of lords, the great God, mighty and awesome, who shows no partiality nor takes a bribe.”

Jesus was submissive to the Father, yet He was still in charge here on earth for they are one.

A wife can be submissive to her husband at home, yet in charge in her God given assignment.

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Jesus & Paul Affirmed Women Leadership in Ministry

They opposed the degrading and silencing of women and encouraged them to learn!

Culturally, women were not considered worthy of learning in the Old Testiment, so it was radical for Jesus to praise Mary for choosing the good part that will not be taken from her. Luke 10:42

The Pharisees criticized Jesus. But Jesus commended the actions of the woman who washed His feet; He said that her sins were forgiven. The Pharisees considered all women were Daughters of Eve, therefore they were unclean. Jesus, the Second Adam, came to reverse the curse. This woman’s actions in this account were taboo in their society. Here, Jesus is setting a new precedent for all women. Luke 7:36-50

He initiated a conversation with a Samaritan woman! She became the first woman evangelist. Jesus modeled evangelistic ministry, speaking to a woman; her response was to witness and share the gospel with her village.  John 4:7-30

The woman caught in adultery was brought to Jesus and her accusers wanted to follow the law and stone her without passing the same judgment on the man. Jesus silenced the accusers and listened to the woman’s testimony. Listening to a woman’s testimony was unheard of in that day. Though they were ready to stone her, no man condemned her; neither did Jesus. John 8:1-11

The woman with the issue of blood. No Rabbi in Israel would allow an unclean, sinful, evil woman to touch them. But Jesus commended the woman for her faith to touch Him.  Mark 5:25-34

Mary Magdalene, as instructed by Jesus Himself, was the first one to preach to men that Jesus was resurrected. John 20:17 & 18

Paul said to church at Philippi to help Euodia and Syntyche, both of which were women who labored with him in the gospel. Phil 4:2 & 3

Paul said to church in Rome to greet Tryphaena, Tryphosa & Persis (all three of which were women) who have labored much in the Lord. Rom. 16:12

Paul told the church at Colossi to greet Nymphas and the church in her house. Col. 4:15

 Strong’s 3565- Referring to a woman pastor who led a house church.

John wrote to the Elect Lady, the Elder (Bishop), and the church in her house in 2 John

Elder = Christian overseer of multiple churches. 

Paul wrote to Apphia a female believer and the church in her house. Philemon 1:2

Paul wrote to the church at Corinth regarding contentions and divisions and encouraged unity.  The house church was led by Chloe, a female believer.  1 Cor. 1:11

When Aquila and Priscilla heard Apollos, they took him aside and explained to him the way of God more accurately. Pricilla was a female pastor and teacher.  Acts 18:24-26 Priscilla and her husband led a house church.  Romans 16:5

The daughters of Philip the evangelist prophesied. Acts 21:9

Greet Mary, who labored much for us. Greet Andronicus and Junia, my countrymen and my fellow prisoners, who are of note among the apostles, who also were in Christ before me. Romans 16:6 & 7 -  Junia was a woman apostle. 

Paul commended Phoebe a servant of the church that they would receive her in the Lord and assist her in whatever business she has need of; for she helped Paul. She was a servant, which can also be translated a minister and/or a deacon. Deacon: ordained minister in church, teacher, pastor. Romans 16:1 & 2

Timothy’s grandmother Lois and his mother Eunice, both taught Timothy the scriptures. Paul was commending these women. 2 timothy 1:5

These all continued with one accord in prayer and supplication, with the women and Mary the mother of Jesus, and with His brothers. Women had equal access in the upper room. Acts 1:14

Deborah was married and yet she was still a Judge of Israel. She also operated in the gift of prophecy, was a military leader and she taught and gave counsel to men. Judges 4 & 5

Huldah was a prophetess and taught men. 2 Chron. 34:22

Paul encouraged women to learn and receive instruction.  1 Timothy 2:11

How Does Jesus View Women In Ministry?

Jesus liberated women! Mankind will try to silence the voice God has chosen, but God chooses who He desires for He knows the heart.

Jesus was counterculture in His day on earth for He valued, promoted and encouraged women to walk in their God given identity.

God used many women in the Bible both Old and New Testament for His Kingdom purpose.

Priscilla, a female pastor/teacher, and her husband Aquilla taught Apollos the Word of God more accurately. Acts 18:26

Deborah was a prophetess, a judge, a supporting leader in battle over men. Judges 4:4

Mary Magdalene was the first evangelist to share the gospel to the disciples. Mark 16

The Samaritan woman was the first evangelist to the Samaritans. John 4:39

There are many examples in the Bible of women called to lead, teach, serve both men and women.

Roles in the church are determined by God.

All believers in Christ are all called to fulfill the Great Commission, “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations…” Matthew 28:19

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