1 Corinthians 11:2-16 Line by Line (3)
In Part 3, I focus on 1 Cor. 11:7-9 and corresponding verses. Why did Paul say man is the image and glory of God, and woman was made for man?
October 4, 2024
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Man and woman as the image and glory of God (1 Cor. 11:7)
Does 1 Corinthians 11:7 express superiority of men over women. Is this what is meant by “man … is the image and glory of God but woman is the glory of man”? Here’s a different interpretation.
August 7, 2018
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Men, please stop trying to ‘elevate’ women
The idea of men elevating, or raising, women usually sounds condescending to me, rather than encouraging or empowering. Now I understand why.
July 7, 2015
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(5) Phoebe: Deacon of the Church in Cenchrea
In Part 5, I look at 1 Timothy 3:8-13, concerning male and female deacons in the Ephesian church, and at Phoebe as a prostatis (patron). I briefly compare her ministry with that of Olympias and also Stephanas (1 Cor. 16:15-18).
November 25, 2014
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No Surprise – 1 Peter 4:12-19
In 1 Peter 4:12-19, Peter touches on subjects already mentioned in his letter: trials and tests, rejoicing though suffering, being blessed, doing good, and judgement.
October 3, 2013
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The “Shame” of the Unnamed Women of the Old Testament
Why are some women not named in the Bible? Weren’t these women important enough to be identified? Or are they, in fact, identified?
September 12, 2013
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Equality and Unity in Ministry: 1 Corinthians 12
In this article, I look at Paul’s statements of equality and unity in ministry from 1 Corinthians chapter 12, including his instruction to give more honour to those lacking it.
March 30, 2013
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Pursue Peace – 1 Peter 3:8-16
Peter reassures the persecuted Christians in Asia Minor that God is with them and watching over them, and he urges them to seek peace and be ready to give an answer about their faith to anyone who asks.
July 27, 2012
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Paul’s Qualifications for Church Leaders (1 Timothy 3)
Do the qualifications for church leaders (i.e. overseers) in 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:6-9 apply only to men? Do these verses exclude women from church leadership?
August 5, 2010
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