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Scripture Commentary article 2024-08-08

What Mike Winger Gets Wrong on What Women Can’t Do

Response to Mike Winger's Women in Ministry Part 13 on what women can and can't do according to the Bible

1 Corinthians 7:5 1 Timothy 2:12 Ephesians 5:21-22 Headship & Kephale Women in Leadership Complementarianism
Scripture Commentary article 2024-06-19

The Debates Over 1 Timothy 2

Response to Mike Winger's Women in Ministry Part 12 on the debates over 1 Timothy 2:11-15

1 Cor 14:34-35 1 Corinthians 10:11 1 Corinthians 12:1-11 1 Timothy 2 Spiritual Gifts Women in Leadership
Scripture Commentary article 2022-11-25

What Winger Presently Gets Wrong: Women Leaders in the New Testament (PART A)

Response to Mike Winger's Women in Ministry Part 4 on women leaders in the New Testament (Part A)

1 Cor. 12:1–30 1 Corinthians 1:11 1 Corinthians 1:16 Women in Leadership Complementarianism Debates
Scripture Commentary article 2020-06-02

The Giving Part 2: Judas the Betrayer, a Balanced View of the Sovereignty of God

[Music] the giving is a balanced view of the sovereignty of God God's sovereignty is vitally important for us to know God yet it's God's sovereignty taught as a system of theological thought which can lead to a person reading into the biblical text an outside concept that is foreign to the writers i...

Luke 22:18 Luke 22:21 Luke 22:3 Soteriology Calvinism Atonement
Scripture Commentary article 2019-09-19

Is Free Will “Another” Gospel?

What is the problem? It is common for Calvinists to argue that humanity can’t have free will because free will would necessitate a salvation based on works. Although the Bible does not make this claim, people have been subject to unfair accusations of heresy by overly zealous Calvinists.

2 Corinthians 3:7–9 2 Timothy 2:13 Galatians 1:8–9 Soteriology Calvinism Predestination & Election
Scripture Commentary article 2018-04-20

Was God’s Wrath Satisfied in Christ or Paid in Hell?

Was God’s wrath satisfied in Christ? If so then how can sinners suffer God’s wrath in hell? This question is one that is often asked by Calvinists to those who do not hold to the teaching of Calvinism.

1 Corinthians 2:14 Colossians 1:21 Colossians 3:3 Soteriology Calvinism Atonement
Scripture Commentary article 2018-03-28

What did the death of Jesus do for the world?

The death of Jesus for the world is a delicate question for Calvinists according to John Piper. Piper answers a question from one of his listeners in a post called “ In What Sense Did Jesus Die for the Non-Elect? ” In the audio transcript of an interview Piper says:

2 Timothy 2:13 John 10:16 John 10:17–18 Soteriology Calvinism Atonement
Scripture Commentary article 2012-11-22

Was Judas predestined to be lost?

Is Judas a problem for your theology? He can be a problem if some of your beliefs come from tradition and not from the Scriptures. In this article, I would like to discuss the full Scriptural view of Judas and ask you to test your own understanding against what the Scripture reveals.

2 Timothy 2:13 John 13:1 John 13:10–11 Soteriology Calvinism Predestination & Election
Scripture Commentary article 2010-04-11

The Path Of The Last Adam

The path of the last Adam was a path that took Him from Heaven to earth, from the earth to the grave and from the grave to resurrection power on display as our  Lord, Savior and King. But a study in contrast with the first Adam shows us the stark contrast to the faithfulness that the last Adam offer

1 Corinthians 15:22 1 Peter 5:8 1 Timothy 2:14 1 Timothy 2 Adam & Eve Women in Leadership
Scripture Commentary article 2010-03-28

John Piper Takes Leave Of Ministry To Work On His Marriage

On March 28, 2010, complementarian John Piper announced that he is leaving ministry for a time because of several issues of pride that were affecting his soul and had taken a toll on his relationship with his wife Noël. Below is what Piper has written about his issues and his next steps

Proverbs 22 Romans 1 Women in Leadership Complementarianism
Scripture Commentary article 2009-12-20

Equal In Value And Worth In Whose Eyes

One of the problems with the definitions that complementarians provide  is that the definitions aren’t complete enough on the surface to reveal the underlying hierarchical nature. However, when one pushes to get the answers to some difficult questions, the picture becomes a lot clearer

Galatians 3:28 Lamentations 1 Lamentations 3:28 Adam & Eve Women in Leadership Complementarianism
Scripture Commentary article 2009-11-05

The Dark Side Of Submission

## The Dark Side of Submission

1 Peter 3:7 Isaiah 5:23 Headship & Kephale Women in Leadership Spiritual Abuse
Scripture Commentary article 2009-02-13

King_Uzziah

In an interesting blog post on Pyromaniacs the February 10th post, author Dan Phillips tries to link the rebellion of King Uzziah and his punishment of leprosy with the “unfaithful” act of women who apparently are committing treachery against God by becoming pastors. Is this really true

2 Chronicles 25:1 2 Chronicles 25:14 2 Chronicles 25:15 Women in Leadership
Scripture Commentary article 2008-11-07

Modern Myths About The Titus 2 Woman

When the issue of women in ministry is brought up, one of the scripture passages that is used as a slam-dunk women-must-stay-in-the-home passage is Titus 2:3-5. Is this passage really about women restricted to the area of the home with cooking, cleaning and raising children, or are women allowed by

1 Timothy 3:11 1 Timothy 5:14 Esther 2 Authority & Submission Spiritual Gifts Women in Leadership
Scripture Commentary article 2008-08-14

Is Complementarianism Merely Personal Conviction

This post is a response to Randy Stinson’s article titled “ Is Complementarianism a Merely Personal Conviction. “

1 Corinthians 11 1 Corinthians 11:12 1 Corinthians 7:14 Complementarianism Debates
Scripture Commentary article 2008-07-27

The Unfaithful Watchman

In the last article we saw that God gave additional information to Adam and his wife regarding what they were allowed to eat and God gave freedom for them to be fruit inspectors as he gave them a test to know what was good food. In another post we will talk more about Eve’s words to the serpent and

1 Timothy 2:14 Ecclesiastes 1 Ezekiel 3:17 1 Timothy 2 Genesis & Creation Adam & Eve
Scripture Commentary article 2008-06-11

Pauls Ordination

This post is a separation of the post called Is ordination a requirement for a female pastor. since it was brought to my attention that the two streams of thought were too much for one post

Ephesians 4:11 Ephesians 4:7 Ephesians 4:8 Spiritual Gifts
Scripture Commentary article 2007-09-08

Debating On Women Pastors

Did you ever feel pulled in a direction you really didn’t want to go in. Well, this has been my life for the last 3 1/2 years

Colossians 6 Isaiah 4 1 Timothy 2 Adam & Eve Spiritual Gifts
Scripture Commentary tweet 2025-10-03

@HvacRoar24011 There was always a mixed multitude including in the church where

@HvacRoar24011 There was always a mixed multitude including in the church where the wheat and tares are to be allowed to grow together until the harvest (Mt 13:29-30). When God divorced Israel becaus

Mt 13:29-30 question
Scripture Commentary tweet 2025-05-20

@JonByers186054 And for the record: If you think Jesus reaffirmed Dt 24, go read Mk 10:12: “If she divorces her husband…” That would have made zero sense in OT law. Jesus is building something new—a kingdom ethic where both are accountable, and bo...

@JonByers186054 And for the record: If you think Jesus reaffirmed Dt 24, go read Mk 10:12: “If she divorces her husband…” That would have made zero sense in OT law. Jesus is building something new—

Mk 10:12 general
Scripture Commentary tweet 2025-04-30

@LordFerguson09 @outcatching @danitreweek No, I’m not changing the words of scripture. If it’s an idiom for monogamous and marital faithfulness as a characteristic, the male form can be used to refer to either a man or a woman. Just as I can show tha...

@LordFerguson09 @outcatching @danitreweek No, I’m not changing the words of scripture. If it’s an idiom for monogamous and marital faithfulness as a characteristic, the male form can be used to refer

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Scripture Commentary tweet 2025-04-30

@LordFerguson09 @Dankrightanon Paul is using “one woman man” idiomatically to re

@LordFerguson09 @Dankrightanon Paul is using “one woman man” idiomatically to refer to marital faithfulness (character) and not being married or one’s gender. See below for some scholars who support a

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Scripture Commentary tweet 2025-02-13

@Vibeauxs @Eric_Conn Both 1Ti 3:1-7 and Tit 1:5-9 are listing the same requirements which are based on character and proven faithfulness. Paul doesn’t use male pronouns or say “must not be a female” but “women likewise” (1Ti 3:11). The verse many str...

@Vibeauxs @Eric_Conn Both 1Ti 3:1-7 and Tit 1:5-9 are listing the same requirements which are based on character and proven faithfulness. Paul doesn’t use male pronouns or say “must not be a female” b

Tit 1:5-9 1Ti 3:1-7 1Ti 3:11 debate
Scripture Commentary tweet 2025-01-02

If 1Ti 3:2 were about gender, it would also disqualify single men, widowers, and

If 1Ti 3:2 were about gender, it would also disqualify single men, widowers, and even Paul himself, who advocated for singleness in 1Co 7:7–8. Clearly, the focus here is on faithfulness, not prescribi

1Co 7:7 1Ti 3:2 general
Scripture Commentary tweet 2025-01-02

Paul’s main concern is the moral character of leaders. The phrase addresses mono

Paul’s main concern is the moral character of leaders. The phrase addresses monogamy and faithfulness to one’s spouse. It does not exclude women but ensures that leaders are above reproach in their re

1Ti 3:1 debate
Scripture Commentary tweet 2024-12-24

@pitchford316 @ScottRoberts RE: "for He cannot deny Himself" in 2Ti 2:13⎯this does not mean God overlooks unfaithfulness or that unrepentant sinners automatically share in His promises. That is inconsistent with many scriptures. Rather, this indicate...

@pitchford316 @ScottRoberts RE: "for He cannot deny Himself" in 2Ti 2:13⎯this does not mean God overlooks unfaithfulness or that unrepentant sinners automatically share in His promises. That is incons

2Ti 2:13 commentary
Scripture Commentary tweet 2024-12-17

@Matthew56193629 @mtnhousewife Yes, you are correct that monogamy and producing

@Matthew56193629 @mtnhousewife Yes, you are correct that monogamy and producing godly offspring is God’s intention for marriage. Paul shows this by requiring monogamy and faithfulness for leaders. Yet

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Scripture Commentary tweet 2024-12-14

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

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Scripture Commentary tweet 2024-12-03

Since the scripture doesn't actually teach male gender roles related to position

Since the scripture doesn't actually teach male gender roles related to positions of authority, the Biblical teaching of the equality of all in the body is not rebellion or mutiny, but rather faithful

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Scripture Commentary tweet 2024-05-09

@equipping_faith I am all for biblical faithfulness and for the full inspiration

@equipping_faith I am all for biblical faithfulness and for the full inspiration of scripture…all scripture. Please explain how a godly woman teaching others true doctrine (including to men) is not b

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Scripture Commentary tweet 2023-11-15

@ronhenzel Ron, surely you can understand that persecuting what he saw as a concerning sect of Judaism is not hatred of God. Paul believed this was showing zeal and faithfulness to God. Paul explains he was doing this in ignorance. "…even though I...

@ronhenzel Ron, surely you can understand that persecuting what he saw as a concerning sect of Judaism is not hatred of God. Paul believed this was showing zeal and faithfulness to God. Paul explain

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Scripture Commentary tweet 2023-11-06

@Mockinglogos @DickSaban1 I have answered this already. If it means only a man, then Paul later says “women likewise…” showing he includes them as having the same qualifications. If it is referring to marital faithfulness, then singles and the marr...

@Mockinglogos @DickSaban1 I have answered this already. If it means only a man, then Paul later says “women likewise…” showing he includes them as having the same qualifications. If it is referring

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Scripture Commentary tweet 2023-11-06

@eltrucker87 @wbigs2001 @smashbaals Brother, I’m simply using the wording you used. I’m pushing for rightly dividing truth and Biblical faithfulness. Is that a sin? Qualifications are not based on ethnicity (even though all 12 apostles were Jewish...

@eltrucker87 @wbigs2001 @smashbaals Brother, I’m simply using the wording you used. I’m pushing for rightly dividing truth and Biblical faithfulness. Is that a sin? Qualifications are not based on

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Scripture Commentary tweet 2023-08-12

@JohnMoo26668690 I appreciate that you seem dedicated to Biblical faithfulness and how upsetting it is to see how culture has completely gone mad. However, in understanding these issues, it's also vital to consider the historical context. The patri...

@JohnMoo26668690 I appreciate that you seem dedicated to Biblical faithfulness and how upsetting it is to see how culture has completely gone mad. However, in understanding these issues, it's also vi

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Scripture Commentary tweet 2023-07-26

@Tim_Tripod @ofispeaks @pastordmack @RickWarren The key to 1 Cor 14:34-35 is 1 Cor 7:1 "Now for the matters you wrote about..." As for 1 Tim 3 and Titus 1... The Bible is written in Greek, not English. There are no male pronouns there and the refere...

@Tim_Tripod @ofispeaks @pastordmack @RickWarren The key to 1 Cor 14:34-35 is 1 Cor 7:1 "Now for the matters you wrote about..." As for 1 Tim 3 and Titus 1... The Bible is written in Greek, not English

1 Cor 14:34-35 1 Cor 7:1 commentary
Scripture Commentary tweet 2023-07-15

@NoSup4u @RegManMinistry @shawnthebeachy @MikeWingerii Yes, unfortunately, it doesn't look good when you block someone for disagreeing on the same level after saying "I'm convinced you don't have faithfulness to Scripture in mind." You merely said a...

@NoSup4u @RegManMinistry @shawnthebeachy @MikeWingerii Yes, unfortunately, it doesn't look good when you block someone for disagreeing on the same level after saying "I'm convinced you don't have fait

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Scripture Commentary tweet 2023-06-24

@TomBuck These are idioms for the same thing, marital faithfulness. However, wh

@TomBuck These are idioms for the same thing, marital faithfulness. However, what you have in 1 Timothy 5 is it is referring to widows. In 1 Tim 3, the male gender is used but v11 says “Women likewi

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Scripture Commentary tweet 2023-06-16

@PaineInTheNeck @foxes_on_fire @AmReformer The qualifications in Titus 1 are very similar to 1 Tim 3. Faithfulness to one's spouse (if they have one) is a character quality. Paul doesn't make ethnicity, socioeconomic status or gender a qualificatio...

@PaineInTheNeck @foxes_on_fire @AmReformer The qualifications in Titus 1 are very similar to 1 Tim 3. Faithfulness to one's spouse (if they have one) is a character quality. Paul doesn't make ethnic

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Theology verse entry

1 Timothy 2:11-15

Sections: cross_references, debate_points, exegesis, greek_analysis

1 Timothy 2:11-15 specific woman,deception,authenteo,grammar,perfect tense,future tense,anaphoric,egalitarian,ephesus,teknogonia,singular plural,historical perfect,verbal aspect,paul as pattern
Theology verse entry

1 Timothy 3:14-15

Sections: exegesis

1 Timothy 3:14-15 letter purpose conduct church
Theology verse entry

Psalm 109:8

Sections: cross_references, exegesis, greek_analysis

Psalm 109:8 apostolate,office,episkope,Matthias,Judas,replacement
Theology verse entry

2 Chronicles 26:16-21

Sections: cross_references, debate_points, exegesis

2 Chronicles 26:16-21 Uzziah,pride,leprosy,priesthood,lineage,holiness,misapplied to women,egalitarian
Theology verse entry

Titus 2:3-5

Sections: debate_points, exegesis, greek_analysis

Titus 2:3-5 older women,teaching,presbutidas,domestic myths,egalitarian,women in ministry
Theology verse entry

Proverbs 31:10-31

Sections: exegesis, greek_analysis

Proverbs 31:10-31 excellent wife,wisdom,commerce,public teaching,economic independence,egalitarian,women leadership
Theology verse entry

1 Timothy 3:1-4

Sections: greek_analysis

1 Timothy 3:1-4 elder,overseer,pastor,qualifications,women,tis,husband-of-one-wife,polygamy
Theology verse entry

Genesis 3:14-19

Sections: cross_references, debate_points, exegesis, greek_analysis

Genesis 3:14-19 fall,curse,consequences,serpent,Eve,Adam,pain,thorns,death,not prescriptive,protoevangelium,seed of the woman,Messiah,teknogonia,desire,rule,teshuqah,mashal,egalitarian,complementarian,patriarchy
Theology verse entry

Acts 1:16-26

Sections: cross_references, debate_points, exegesis, greek_analysis

Acts 1:16-26 Judas,betrayal,foreknowledge,sovereignty,prophecy fulfillment,predestination,free will,apostolate,Matthias,Paul,twelve,lot,human initiative
Theology verse entry

Romans 8:28-30

Sections: cross_references, debate_points, exegesis, greek_analysis

Romans 8:28-30 golden chain,foreknowledge,predestination,calling,justification,glorification,soteriology,Calvinist proof text
Theology verse entry

Romans 11:25-36

Sections: cross_references, debate_points, exegesis

Romans 11:25-36 Israel,olive tree,hardening,mercy to all,election,doxology,soteriology
Theology verse entry

1 Timothy 5:21

Sections: exegesis

1 Timothy 5:21 bias,partiality,leaders,impartiality,egalitarian
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