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Categories: MEN & WOMEN, PREACHING/TEACHING, RELATIONSHIPS, THE NEW TESTAMENT CHURCH, WORSHIPWhat does God's Word say about a woman preaching in the church?Sincerely,
Chatty Cathy
Dear Chatty Cathy,
It says she can’t do it. 1 Cor 14:34-35 makes it clear that women are not supposed to be in leadership positions during the church assembly. Women have a zillion different roles within the church, but leading the public assembly isn’t one of them. Men have the responsibility of preaching, teaching, and leading the worship services (1 Tim 2:12). In today’s politically correct atmosphere, this can be hard for some to swallow, but as Paul said, “We have no other custom” on this topic (1 Cor 11:16). There is simply no Biblical precedence for women preachers.