Pastors Talk - A podcast by 9Marks Episode 93: On 1 Timothy 2:12 and Recent Complementarian Kerfuffles
Jun 25, 2019
Mark and Jonathan discuss recent complementarian kerfuffles and the debate over women teaching in the church, focusing on interpretations of 1 Timothy 2:12. They explore challenges in having constructive conversations, the question of prayer leadership, balancing scripture and wisdom in understanding gender roles, and biblical texts related to women teaching. The chapter emphasizes the need for respectful conversations and understanding in discussing complementarian and egalitarian views.
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Conversation Killers On Both Sides
- Slippery-slope and oppression rhetoric both shut down fruitful conversation about complementarianism.
- Mark Dever warns that each tactic prevents careful biblical investigation and charity.
Classify Theological Disputes
- Distinguish first-, second-, and third-order issues before judging others.
- Use that classification to decide whether disagreement requires separation or charitable liberty.
Refining Complementarianism Over Time
- Early 9Marks materials leaned on broad cultural assumptions about gender that required refinement.
- Mark Dever says ongoing Scripture pressure-washing produced a more nuanced complementarianism.