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Scriptural Roles for Women in a Church --Essay
As a Pastor, this class has truly been a blessing to me! There are a few important topics that are pointed out. The
interpretation of God’s Word, the understanding of the covering, Pastors having the desire to seek the heart of Christ, women
are essential to Christ and the Bible is not a book of oppression.
First, the interpretation of God’s word is very important. Often times those who translate the Bible from the Greek
omit or insert a word which completely changes the meaning of the verse. Unfortunately, many people are taught and led
away from the intended truth of the Bible. The subject of women and their ability to speak openly in the church has been
misused and abused. It will take people who are serious about the message of Gospel of Jesus Christ to bring truth to a dying
world. Using the original text is where laymen need to mediate and seek Christ understanding.
Secondly, we need to understand the covering. No human being can cover any other human being regardless of race.
Only Jesus Christ has the ability to cover and protect His people and institutions. Man has tried to inform the body of Christ
there needs to be some other form of shepherding. Romans 3:23 says that Jesus Christ was displayed publically “as a
propitiation in His blood through faith.” Jesus Christ is the only covering available that will never fail.
Next, Pastors must have a desire to seek the heart of Christ. Too often men and woman of the gospel desire to please
man and also themselves. God says He is a jealous God and have no other god before Him! My personal take is lined up with
God’s desire. Christ needs laymen to preach the Word in season and out of season, neither taking from it nor adding to it. God
is Sovereign and can do what He wants, when He wants.

Note this should continue until all Paragraphs and Points are fulfilled as per Page 1 of the acceptance letter.

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