In this critical episode, Rev. Chris Gordon and Rev. Dr. Dan Borvan engage in a robust, biblical discussion on the Ordination of Women in the Church. They explore the common argument that rejecting the ordination of women suggests they are of less value, countering that value is not based on being called to office or being identical to men.
Drawing heavily from Scripture, including 1 Timothy 2 and 1 Corinthians 14, the pastors argue that Christ ordained a particular church government with distinct roles for men and women rooted in the order of creation. They discuss how the move toward women’s ordination represents a slippery slope from Reformed to Evangelical to Liberal theology.. The conversation also addresses the importance of Servant Leadership for men, the distinct, God-given role of women as nurturers (Titus 2), and the problem of “weak” men creating confusion. They conclude by emphasizing the positive, essential roles for women in the church,
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