[UntoHim]

Originally Posted by Evangelical

In my experience, 1 Peter 3:4 does not describe most women I know involved in feminism movements. God is not impressed at women trying to achieve high positions of authority in the church with their boldness and loudness. He is rather, impressed by women who can suppress their ambitions, if any, and become a gentle and quiet spirit, in support of leaders.

Just because a female may be very spiritual, even more spiritual then men, it does not qualify them for a leadership position over men. Sarah for example may have been far more spiritual than Abraham, yet she was still obliged to call him her master.

To me, it is about God's creation and how male and female were created differently. There is something in most men, in their God-given DNA that does not want nor require women to be their leaders. There is also something ingrained in most women I know, that causes them to not desire to be leaders. The situation of male leaders and female supporters mirrors the life of Abraham and Sarah, and the intended purpose for women to be helpers for men. God created Eve intending her to be a helper for Adam, not his leader.

This opening post by Evangelical brings forth some very legitimate arguments.
Let's take a break from addressing some of these peripheral and esoteric issues,
such as head covering and length of hair, and get back to the heart of the matter.

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