seasonedgrace

Not that I entirely disagree – you make several finepoints (refreshing here) I would only disagree on the insertion of mans “necessity” from the standpoint of doctrinal accountability

There are as you know – many protestant denominations, Many holding ordained elders credentials who have neither been educated, vetted, or schooled in traditional Christian doctrine, relying instead upon a prayer voice they presume to be that of the Holy Spirit. Now it may or may not be…but man does hold a position as stewards of Christs bride, and in those situations would ensure the narrowness of the path for sleepy sheep.

my two cents – LOL – that and 50 cents will get you coffee

I wouldnt call you a feminist – but to repeat myself – Im concerned whenever we begin using terms which create a negative word picture as it immediately weakens the main point, valid as it may or may not be

thanks for your humble response

post #2 nails it squarely – it could be argued that the recent trend of femaile ordination is an extension of the feminist movement of the late 20th century –

Ive said it before – there needs to be a distinction between female teaching and ordination in this discussion as a whole – Too often the line is blurred.

I see a call to teaching and leadership – I am ambivalent on ordination because it isnt Scripturally clear.

“biblical egalitarianism” is an effective word for minimalizing those that would ask for a Biblical basis, rather than be content having a number of “how comes?” dictate discernment of the Word

Why would there be a need to characterize and pigeon hole those that would discern something different?

The sad part is any dissenting opinion is characterized as lacking grace or being obstinate baptists with a KJV issue

not what Id expect from people professing Gods call