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@mtnhousewife @harmonizedgrace IF a man comes into her Bible study group must she stop teaching or should he leave? Does Satan want the church to stop the women from sharing what the Holy Spirit is showing them? Why is there a restriction of men le...

@mtnhousewife @harmonizedgrace IF a man comes into her Bible study group must she stop teaching or should he leave? Does Satan want the church to stop the women from sharing what the Holy Spirit is s

@mtnhousewife @harmonizedgrace Does a female believer not also have the Holy Spi

@mtnhousewife @harmonizedgrace Does a female believer not also have the Holy Spirit? Can the HS speak through her? Can she teach women? Or are the things the Holy Spirit teaching her meant only for

@mtnhousewife @harmonizedgrace Let’s not talk about the text for a second. I appreciate you feel I have faulty exegesis. Granted. You also feel it is not your place to “correct” me—which I think is consistent with your views. So without correcting me...

@mtnhousewife @harmonizedgrace Let’s not talk about the text for a second. I appreciate you feel I have faulty exegesis. Granted. You also feel it is not your place to “correct” me—which I think is co

@harmonizedgrace @mtnhousewife I’m not trying to offend anyone by offering my pe

@harmonizedgrace @mtnhousewife I’m not trying to offend anyone by offering my perspective. Please don’t be offended.

@mtnhousewife @GrammarJedi01 I don’t believe I’m a feminist. Mind explaining wha

@mtnhousewife @GrammarJedi01 I don’t believe I’m a feminist. Mind explaining what you mean by that term?

@GrammarJedi01 @mtnhousewife Everyone of us—myself and you included—have a perspective of what we think the Bible is teaching. By interacting we expose each other to different perspectives allowing us to revisit the text to see which is best. I fram...

@GrammarJedi01 @mtnhousewife Everyone of us—myself and you included—have a perspective of what we think the Bible is teaching. By interacting we expose each other to different perspectives allowing us

@mtnhousewife It’s definitely a conundrum. Someone trying to convince you of wha

@mtnhousewife It’s definitely a conundrum. Someone trying to convince you of what they believe to be correct when it comes to the Bible’s injunctions—especially if they are a male—is worthy of an eyeb

@mtnhousewife @harmonizedgrace We are all to love each other as Christ does. We

@mtnhousewife @harmonizedgrace We are all to love each other as Christ does. We are all to lay down our lives (and rights) to promote the best interests of others. This is not one sided. Head doesn’

@MaineMinistry Yes, we are called to submit to our elders, but they are also to

@MaineMinistry Yes, we are called to submit to our elders, but they are also to submit to the rest of the body. Elders are called to be servants, not rulers!

@MaineMinistry To continue this thread, thanks for sharing your thoughts. Would you have a problem if everyone who attended your church was elder material or taught classes or led Bible studies? What right do you have to hold someone back if they are...

@MaineMinistry To continue this thread, thanks for sharing your thoughts. Would you have a problem if everyone who attended your church was elder material or taught classes or led Bible studies? What

@MaineMinistry After the Baptist church, this is when I was looking at these 3 other churches: one was a tiny Baptist church from a different denomination where the pastor who helped me led, one a Mennonite Brethren church and another an IFB. The fir...

@MaineMinistry After the Baptist church, this is when I was looking at these 3 other churches: one was a tiny Baptist church from a different denomination where the pastor who helped me led, one a Men

@MaineMinistry My next church was Baptist and within 5 minutes of our house. Rather than people driving in from all over, most people attended from the community. It was friendly and sound. We quickly became members and integrated into volunteering i...

@MaineMinistry My next church was Baptist and within 5 minutes of our house. Rather than people driving in from all over, most people attended from the community. It was friendly and sound. We quickly

@MaineMinistry That church went non-denominational and merged with another local church which had a female lead pastor. Eventually, they hired a new pastor. To cut to the chase, I lasted about 2 years and in a meeting of the pastor, elders and deacon...

@MaineMinistry That church went non-denominational and merged with another local church which had a female lead pastor. Eventually, they hired a new pastor. To cut to the chase, I lasted about 2 years

@MaineMinistry The first church I attended when I moved to the area was a Calvary Chapel church. We were involved in the band, did outreaches and volunteered in various ways. Something happened between that pastor and the board and he left in an ugly...

@MaineMinistry The first church I attended when I moved to the area was a Calvary Chapel church. We were involved in the band, did outreaches and volunteered in various ways. Something happened betwee

@MaineMinistry Who was accusing you of being unkind? Did I accuse you of something? I understand you are a pastor—I went to your profile and saw that. Your claim that I am in a hypocritical position is not based on facts. I have only left a church ...

@MaineMinistry Who was accusing you of being unkind? Did I accuse you of something? I understand you are a pastor—I went to your profile and saw that. Your claim that I am in a hypocritical position

@MaineMinistry Since I was unable to lead anything (I was leading two Bible stud

@MaineMinistry Since I was unable to lead anything (I was leading two Bible studies at the time, one for 25 years), I wasn’t able to continue making that my church home. When the pastor thinks you are

@MaineMinistry Another church I continue to attend from time to time but the pastor told me that while I am welcome to attend and be a member, I cannot lead anything ever because I’m not a Calvinist or a complementarian. Another church we attended es...

@MaineMinistry Another church I continue to attend from time to time but the pastor told me that while I am welcome to attend and be a member, I cannot lead anything ever because I’m not a Calvinist o

@MaineMinistry I wanted to be a part of each of these churches but then it becam

@MaineMinistry I wanted to be a part of each of these churches but then it became clear in one that having the belief I have was a sin to this one pastor and when he made that clear on X, I called him

@MaineMinistry What you are stating as “clear Biblical principles” in that women

@MaineMinistry What you are stating as “clear Biblical principles” in that women are not to be leaders or elders is absolutely not clear. You have convinced yourself that these are the clear principle

@MikeWingerii That’s precisely how I feel about your coverage of the egalitarian

@MikeWingerii That’s precisely how I feel about your coverage of the egalitarian arguments on women in ministry!

@MaineMinistry @MikeWingerii While we Protestant’s don’t technically have a pope, some get pretty close to this in how they treat certain leaders (Timothy Keller, Rick Warren, Martin Luther, John Calvin, Charles Spurgeon, Billy Graham, etc). What is ...

@MaineMinistry @MikeWingerii While we Protestant’s don’t technically have a pope, some get pretty close to this in how they treat certain leaders (Timothy Keller, Rick Warren, Martin Luther, John Calv

@MaineMinistry @MikeWingerii I have concerns with their mass and what seems to m

@MaineMinistry @MikeWingerii I have concerns with their mass and what seems to me to be treating the wafer in what they call Eucharist as Jesus Himself putting it in its own house and bowing to it—yet

@DonicaTibbetts @eutychusnerd @MikeWingerii So it is quite reasonable then that

@DonicaTibbetts @eutychusnerd @MikeWingerii So it is quite reasonable then that Priscilla and Aquila might be collaborating in writing Hebrews and mixing singular I (the one case where Aquila is singu

@DonicaTibbetts @eutychusnerd @MikeWingerii In Ac 18:2, Paul comes to Corinth and looks for Aquila as they were both in the tent making trade. Later, in the letter to the Corinthians, Paul sends them greetings from “Aquila and Prisca.” These are the ...

@DonicaTibbetts @eutychusnerd @MikeWingerii In Ac 18:2, Paul comes to Corinth and looks for Aquila as they were both in the tent making trade. Later, in the letter to the Corinthians, Paul sends them

Ac 18:2 general

@Daniel2Pilgrim @RebelReformers @MikeWingerii It’s a different role, yes, which is why the character requirements are clear. Preventing someone because of an immutable characteristic is not in the text. There is no “must not be a female.” Faithful if...

@Daniel2Pilgrim @RebelReformers @MikeWingerii It’s a different role, yes, which is why the character requirements are clear. Preventing someone because of an immutable characteristic is not in the tex

@cswarketatora @PedroAmora6 @SeventhTrumpet7 @ThyGeekdomCome You are making good

@cswarketatora @PedroAmora6 @SeventhTrumpet7 @ThyGeekdomCome You are making good points that church unity is quite important. I recently made a thread on this issue. Care to contribute? https://t.co/9

The early church model reminds us that unity in truth is critical. Sometimes

The early church model reminds us that unity in truth is *critical.* Sometimes remaining in a struggling church is an act of faithfulness, standing out as a light to others. Other times, separation

1Co 5:11-13 1Pe 5:3 Gal 1:8-9 question

When is leaving necessary? When a church: • Rejects the gospel (Gal 1:8-9). • T

When is leaving necessary? When a church: • Rejects the gospel (Gal 1:8-9). • Tolerates unrepentant sin (1Co 5:11-13). • Causes spiritual harm through toxic or abusive practices (1Pe 5:3). Even then

Still, leaving a church is drastic. Scripture prioritizes correction and restora

Still, leaving a church is drastic. Scripture prioritizes correction and restoration. Paul, Jesus, and the apostles all called for endurance, repentance, and godly behavior—even when dealing with fla

Unity in the church is vital. Paul appeals, “Let there be no divisions among you

Unity in the church is vital. Paul appeals, “Let there be no divisions among you, but that you be united in the same mind” (1Co 1:10). Yet, this unity is rooted in truth. False doctrine, persistent s

1Co 1:10 debate

For example, to those in Thyatira who didn’t follow Jezebel’s teachings, Jesus s

For example, to those in Thyatira who didn’t follow Jezebel’s teachings, Jesus said: “Hold fast what you have until I come” (Rev 2:25). He didn’t tell them to leave but to remain faithful and distinc

Rev 2:25 debate

Similarly, the seven churches in Revelation (Rev 2-3) show unique struggles—luke

Similarly, the seven churches in Revelation (Rev 2-3) show unique struggles—lukewarmness, immorality, and even false teaching. Yet, these issues didn’t divide believers into factions. Jesus addresse

Paul’s plea wasn’t for separation but for restoration. He says, “I am again in t

Paul’s plea wasn’t for separation but for restoration. He says, “I am again in the anguish of childbirth until Christ is formed in you!” (Gal 4:19). Even when the church drifted badly, he advocated f

Gal 4:19 debate

To the Galatians, Paul said some serious things: “If anyone is preaching to you

To the Galatians, Paul said some serious things: “If anyone is preaching to you a gospel contrary to the one you received, let him be accursed” (Gal 1:9). Yet, he didn’t call the faithful to leave. I

Gal 1:9 general

The early church had no denominations. Yet, forces threatened to divide them. One such force was the Judaizers, who pressured Gentile believers to follow Jewish ceremonial laws. Paul fought this battle fiercely in Galatia, where the church was stray...

The early church had no denominations. Yet, forces threatened to divide them. One such force was the Judaizers, who pressured Gentile believers to follow Jewish ceremonial laws. Paul fought this batt

Heb 13:18 Heb 4:12 general

@eutychusnerd @MikeWingerii In fact, Hebrews explicitly emphasizes clarity and p

@eutychusnerd @MikeWingerii In fact, Hebrews explicitly emphasizes clarity and precision in communication (ie Heb 4:12), not obfuscation. The use of plural pronouns (“we” in Heb 13:18) fits naturally

@eutychusnerd @MikeWingerii Your appeal to Polybius presumes human literary conventions as normative for scripture (divine inspiration). Since God inspired the letter to the Hebrews, He is not subject to the rhetorical constraints Polybius describes,...

@eutychusnerd @MikeWingerii Your appeal to Polybius presumes human literary conventions as normative for scripture (divine inspiration). Since God inspired the letter to the Hebrews, He is not subject

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@portals2past @MikeWingerii That’s an AI generated summary of the referenced art

@portals2past @MikeWingerii That’s an AI generated summary of the referenced articles using Logos Bible software.

@RebelReformers @MikeWingerii That is pretty close to what I believe. But if inspiration is not specific to male or female and if both sons and daughters can prophecy—and yes, some do dispute this though Mike doesn’t (though I’m not sure about what h...

@RebelReformers @MikeWingerii That is pretty close to what I believe. But if inspiration is not specific to male or female and if both sons and daughters can prophecy—and yes, some do dispute this tho

@RusticSudz @HomelyHearth @BICBCI73 @abarefootmomma That’s because most of them didn’t have a physical copy of the letter. So many were conveying what Paul wrote orally. And what was conveyed orally reflected what was already written so that either b...

@RusticSudz @HomelyHearth @BICBCI73 @abarefootmomma That’s because most of them didn’t have a physical copy of the letter. So many were conveying what Paul wrote orally. And what was conveyed orally r

@RusticSudz @HomelyHearth @BICBCI73 @abarefootmomma And therein lies the problem. 2Ti 3:16-17 should have therefore read: “All Scripture <and oral tradition passed on only by authorized agents> is inspired by God and beneficial for teaching, f...

@RusticSudz @HomelyHearth @BICBCI73 @abarefootmomma And therein lies the problem. 2Ti 3:16-17 should have therefore read: “All Scripture <and oral tradition passed on only by authorized agents>

2Ti 3:16-17 general

@BICBCI73 @abarefootmomma I sat down with Mormon missionaries and bishops for many meetings. I have the LDS app with all the writings so I can look things up. But as I recall, the missionaries came to say I’m wrong. It’s just that they believe everyo...

@BICBCI73 @abarefootmomma I sat down with Mormon missionaries and bishops for many meetings. I have the LDS app with all the writings so I can look things up. But as I recall, the missionaries came to

RT @ryanschatz: @OutOfThePocket Well said, Conrad! One of the things that contin

RT @ryanschatz: @OutOfThePocket Well said, Conrad! One of the things that continues to amaze me is that when the disciples in scripture wer…

@OutOfThePocket Well said, Conrad! One of the things that continues to amaze me is that when the disciples in scripture were imprisoned or persecuted, they were joyful. They sang songs and rejoiced knowing that they were participating in the sufferin...

@OutOfThePocket Well said, Conrad! One of the things that continues to amaze me is that when the disciples in scripture were imprisoned or persecuted, they were joyful. They sang songs and rejoiced kn

@SladeTheGuy @BICBCI73 @abarefootmomma Well, yes, that too. According to LDS teaching, Lucifer was created before you and I. Jesus is the elder brother (firstborn), then some time later, Lucifer, then much later you and I. This is all before we have ...

@SladeTheGuy @BICBCI73 @abarefootmomma Well, yes, that too. According to LDS teaching, Lucifer was created before you and I. Jesus is the elder brother (firstborn), then some time later, Lucifer, then

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@ymmotrojam @CherylSchatz @look2Christ Did you forget that Paul did the same thing because he was ignorant and thought that by killing Christians he was being zealous for God and doing what God wanted? God-fearers can be misled by others like the Ju...

@ymmotrojam @CherylSchatz @look2Christ Did you forget that Paul did the same thing because he was ignorant and thought that by killing Christians he was being zealous for God and doing what God wanted

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@CherylSchatz @ymmotrojam @look2Christ The issue with the Calvinist rendering is that it is coercive. The presumption is that no one would want to trust Jesus and that God has to in fact force people by overriding their "totally depraved" bend to not...

@CherylSchatz @ymmotrojam @look2Christ The issue with the Calvinist rendering is that it is coercive. The presumption is that no one would want to trust Jesus and that God has to in fact force people

Scripture Commentary tweet 2024-12-10

@immrbloo @subq I’m attempting to bring peace where there currently is no peace, where complementarians are kicking out or leaving egalitarian churches or Reformed/Calvinists are treating non-Reformed as unsaved Pelagians. BTW, look at how he framed...

@immrbloo @subq I’m attempting to bring peace where there currently is no peace, where complementarians are kicking out or leaving egalitarian churches or Reformed/Calvinists are treating non-Reformed

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@Tailfeathers_WA @GwenSci @dalepartridge I don’t know what you are referring to on that Bible Project link. There’s only one reference to Deborah and they don’t call her a military commander as that was what Barak was. Do you think there were two mil...

@Tailfeathers_WA @GwenSci @dalepartridge I don’t know what you are referring to on that Bible Project link. There’s only one reference to Deborah and they don’t call her a military commander as that w

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@immrbloo @BeardedPresby If I was attending your church, would I be allowed to b

@immrbloo @BeardedPresby If I was attending your church, would I be allowed to be an elder or pastor or any kind of leader (like leading a bible study) while holding my views? Or would you hamstring m