[Drake]

Nell,

The Genesis narrative after the fall indicates that Adam did indeed try to throw Eve under the proverbial bus.

However, this statement: "In other words, because the serpent deceived the woman, SHE will bring about his END."

If by it what is meant is that the woman will bring forth THE SEED that will bring about the end of the serpent, the devil, then I agree. That we know was Mary, the virgin, who gave birth to Christ Who has and will ultimately defeat His and our enemy. And we may extend this female picture to the corporate bride who cooperating with her Husband will practically defeat our mutual enemy.

Other than that, if something more is meant by the statement, that is,if something is implied such as that the gender of a woman has unique capability to defeat Satan that the gender of man does not, then that is going a pace too far.

Clearly, the female gender has attributes where some things are done better. The women who followed that Lord were honored by Him and featured prominently in the Scriptures. For instance, a woman was the first to meet Him after His resurrection as a reward for her seeking. A woman was the instrument of His incarnation. Prisca was clearly a leader in the care for several churches. Timothy's mother demonstrates her godly character in infusing her son with godly instruction. There are many such references to the prominent role and contribution of women in the Bible.

Yet, the contribution of women does not negate the role of the men and the strengths they bring. Both male and female are equally important in carrying out God's purpose and will.

As mentioned, as relates to Christ our Head we are all in the female position and we are all constituents of the corporate bride.

Drake