Shameless Popery #229 What Is Biblical Male-Headship (and what it’s not…)
Dec 2, 2025
Dive into a thought-provoking discussion about biblical male headship. Explore common misinterpretations and how mutual submission shapes authentic relationships. Discover the importance of servant leadership and the distinction between authority and dignity. Reflect on the flexibility of roles within marriage, illustrated by the Holy Family. Joe emphasizes that equality doesn't mean interchangeability, encouraging open communication and the right for women to lead when necessary. A fresh perspective on enhancing marital dynamics awaits!
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Ephesians Uses Authority Language
- Paul’s use of hypotasso clearly frames marriage in terms of authority and submission across Scripture.
- Context matters because the word ranges from military command to respectful deference.
Mary’s Letter About Silent Submission
- Joe recounts Mary’s letter to John Piper about submitting by staying silent even when her husband made a bad car purchase.
- This example illustrates an extreme, unhealthy interpretation of submission many adopt.
Junia Project’s Servant-Only View
- Joe describes the Junia Project's claim that headship means only sacrificial love, not leadership.
- He presents this as a contrasting error that removes authority from the husband's role entirely.
