Sermons
Elders at Visio Dei
Today we covered a complex and sensitive theological issue, whether or not women will serve as elders at Visio Dei. We believe that both men and women are equally made in the image of God (Gen. 1:27) and equal partners in Christ (Gal. 3:28). As in the Trinity, there is equality of persons, but diversity in function. In each age God has designated men to fulfill the primary role of spiritual leadership: Old Testament priests, the twelve apostles and elders/overseers in the church. 1 Timothy 2:12 can be understood as combining the two ideas of teaching and authority. Thus, Paul limited women only from the position of "authoritative teacher," that is, the role of elder/overseer. Our position is sometimes called "soft complementarian." It closely reflects the interpretation offered by Craig Blomberg's essay in Two Views: Women in Ministry.
Sermon Series: Some Miscellaneous Messages
Date: 2009-11-08
Speaker: Jeff Ramsey
