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Women, are you to shut up in church? Not

  • Writer: Lady Janice
    Lady Janice
  • Jan 2
  • 4 min read

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SHH! WOMEN SHUT UP IN THE CHURCH Shut up! Me? No, you have the Apostle Paul wrong. The silence of women has cost the kingdom of God greatly because men misunderstand the scriptures. Maybe they feel insecure around women; who knows? But Jesus, our example, will show the truth of his words: He never had a problem with women. Mary was an apostle to the apostles. I read this book and let freedom come Let me show you. In the tapestry of biblical teachings, there exists a thread that has woven controversy and misinterpretation for centuries. This thread, intricately spun by the words of the esteemed Apostle Paul, has left many perplexed, especially when he seemingly admonished women to be silent in the sacred precincts of the church. The echo of his injunction has reverberated through time, leading to the rise of cookie-cutter preachers echoing a message that has birthed whole denominations. As we embark on this journey through the corridors of biblical wisdom, let us unravel the layers surrounding Paul's enigmatic statements.


It is a journey that seeks not only to shed light on misunderstood scriptures but also to dismantle the inadvertent walls erected by well-meaning theologians who may have missed the nuanced depth of Paul's counsel. At first glance, the words of Paul might seem like a stern directive, urging women to assume a silent role within the ecclesiastical space. However, as we delve into the historical and cultural context of the scriptures, a richer tapestry emerges. It becomes evident that the Apostle's words were not a suppression of the feminine voice but a call for a particular decorum, a cultural nuance lost in the translation from antiquity to modernity. Paul's counsel was intricately woven into the fabric of a society where disruptions during gatherings were frowned upon. The early Christian assemblies were not exempt from the societal norms of the time. Paul, in his wisdom, implored women to seek clarification from their husbands in matters of faith within the communal setting, fostering an environment of order and respect. In the hands of later interpreters, however, this call for decorum transformed into a blanket decree, shrouding the voice of women within the hallowed halls of worship. Theology, a tool designed to illuminate, inadvertently became a vessel of unwitting suppression. Cookie-cutter preachers, armed with misunderstood interpretations, perpetuated a message that echoed through generations, molding the very foundations of entire denominations.


This book, dear reader, is a voyage into the heart of Paul's teachings. It is a torchbearer in the quest for understanding, seeking to dispel the shadows that have obscured the true essence of our beloved apostle's words. It endeavors to unveil the cultural nuances lost in translation and free the feminine voice from the unintended shackles of misinterpretation. As we traverse the pages that follow, let us embark on this odyssey together—a quest for truth, an unraveling of misconceptions, and a celebration of the diverse voices that enrich the spiritual tapestry of our shared faith. May the revelations within these pages illuminate the path to a more profound understanding of Paul's teachings and, in doing so, pave the way for a harmonious symphony of voices within the sacred spaces we hold dear.


The workplace and the church today are only two places where women are still too often denied the chance to take on equal roles. This, however, was not the example provided by the first Christian communities.


Everyone in every society has always had to make a living. In addition, the New Testament depicts women working in a wide variety of occupations. Some people's work consisted of having babies and raising them. Others' motivations centered on delivering aid to those in need. Additionally, for some, it was as successful as businesswomen running their own companies. Many saw it as a way to serve Christ and advance his kingdom.


Females Willingly Take on Extra Responsibility (Luke 1)

Elizabeth, the old wife of a Jewish priest, and Mary, the young girl engaged to be married to a carpenter, are the first people we encounter in Luke's Gospel. Elizabeth, who has been barren all her life, is now six months along in her pregnancy with John the Baptist. Mary, who is probably still in her early teens, is also pregnant, but unlike Joseph, it is not the result of sexual activity with a human male.


 Mary walks seventy miles from the province of Galilee in the north to the highlands of Judea to meet her cousin Elizabeth after her experience with God's angel and her agreement to become the mother of God's Messiah. Both women's pregnancies were a miracle from the heavens.


Some of us would be confused as to why an article about women in the workplace would lead with a photo of two pregnant women, given that we don't consider having and caring for children to be "work." In all instances, however, these ladies were actively participating in God's plan to break into a fallen and sinful world and free people from its wicked grasp.


 It took serious effort on both sides to make this cooperation succeed. Of course, having and raising these exceptional sons would require a lot of hard work. The thought of such labor, however, was welcomed with enthusiasm by Mary and Elizabeth. By Singing what we now call the Magnificat, Mary expressed the importance God placed on her job.


Inwardly, I give thanks to the Lord, and spiritually, I exult in the God who is my savior. This is because he has taken pity on his humble servant. As a result of his mighty arm, the arrogant are scattered in their own minds. He has cast down the mighty from their thrones and raised up the meek; he has given food to the hungry and clothing to the naked but has sent the affluent away empty. (Luke 1:46-53)


Mary's life was not defined by just one significant event: her birth. In addition, she was important to Jesus' outreach to adults. But what we can take heart from about her is how she put her faith in God's plans even though she knew she would have to do some tough work to fulfill them.


Whether many people believe this, Women are the key to Jesus' ministry being successful (Luke 4:14-19)


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