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Can women lead in ministry—or does the Bible restrict leadership roles to men?
This conversation has sparked debate in churches for generations. In this episode, we explore what Scripture really says about women in ministry, leadership, preaching, and serving in the New Testament church.
We explore:
How being created in the image of God shapes the value and role of women in the Church
Whether Ephesians 4 excludes women from ministry offices like Pastor or Apostle
How to understand “let women keep silent” in 1 Corinthians 14 today
The unique spiritual perspectives women bring to church leadership
What it looks like to truly empower women in ministry beyond simply filling roles
How pastors and church leaders can build safe and healthy cultures for women to lead
Whether you’re wrestling with questions about women preaching, women pastors, church leadership, or biblical interpretation, this episode offers biblical insight, thoughtful discussion, and practical wisdom for the Church today.
About the Word & Spirit Podcast
The Word & Spirit Podcast exists to help believers live life rooted in the Word of God and empowered by the Holy Spirit. Each episode brings together practical wisdom for daily life and biblical truth, equipping listeners to build a life anchored in true purpose and effectiveness.
Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe—and leave a comment sharing how All Peoples Church has impacted your life.
Our other websites and free resources:
CHURCH: apcwo.org
FREE SERMONS: apcwo.org/resources/sermons
FREE BOOKS: apcwo.org/books/english
DAILY DEVOTIONALS: apcwo.org/resources/daily-devotional
JESUS CHRIST: examiningjesus.com
BIBLE COLLEGE: apcbiblecollege.org
E-LEARNING: apcbiblecollege.org/elearn
WEEKEND SCHOOLS: apcwo.org/ministries/weekend-schools
COUNSELING: chrysalislife.org
MUSIC: apcmusic.org
MINISTERS FELLOWSHIP: pamfi.org
CHURCH APP: apcwo.org/app
LIVE SERVICES: apcwo.org/live
CHURCHES: apcwo.org/ministries/churches
WORLD MISSIONS: apcworldmissions.org
Download the free church app. Search for "All Peoples Church Bangalore" in the App or Google Play stores.
TIMESTAMPS
0:00 Intro
0:58 The Role of Woman in the Creation Narrative
4:06 Ephesians 4 & The Five Fold Ministry
6:36 Addressing 1 Corinthians 14 regarding women keeping silent
11:24 Addressing 1 Timothy 2 regarding women teaching
14:33 Empowering women in ministry
16:51 How senior pastors can build a supportive culture
#WomenInMinistry #Podcast #WordAndSpirit #AllPeoplesChurchBangalore #BangaloreChurch
Can women lead in ministry—or does the Bible restrict leadership roles to men?
This conversation has sparked debate in churches for generations. In this episode, we explore what Scripture really says about women in ministry, leadership, preaching, and serving in the New Testament church.
We explore:
How being created in the image of God shapes the value and role of women in the Church
Whether Ephesians 4 excludes women from ministry offices like Pastor or Apostle
How to understand “let women keep silent” in 1 Corinthians 14 today
The unique spiritual perspectives women bring to church leadership
What it looks like to truly empower women in ministry beyond simply filling roles
How pastors and church leaders can build safe and healthy cultures for women to lead
Whether you’re wrestling with questions about women preaching, women pastors, church leadership, or biblical interpretation, this episode offers biblical insight, thoughtful discussion, and practical wisdom for the Church today.
About the Word & Spirit Podcast
The Word & Spirit Podcast exists to help believers live life rooted in the Word of God and empowered by the Holy Spirit. Each episode brings together practical wisdom for daily life and biblical truth, equipping listeners to build a life anchored in true purpose and effectiveness.
Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe—and leave a comment sharing how All Peoples Church has impacted your life.
Our other websites and free resources:
CHURCH: apcwo.org
FREE SERMONS: apcwo.org/resources/sermons
FREE BOOKS: apcwo.org/books/english
DAILY DEVOTIONALS: apcwo.org/resources/daily-devotional
JESUS CHRIST: examiningjesus.com
BIBLE COLLEGE: apcbiblecollege.org
E-LEARNING: apcbiblecollege.org/elearn
WEEKEND SCHOOLS: apcwo.org/ministries/weekend-schools
COUNSELING: chrysalislife.org
MUSIC: apcmusic.org
MINISTERS FELLOWSHIP: pamfi.org
CHURCH APP: apcwo.org/app
LIVE SERVICES: apcwo.org/live
CHURCHES: apcwo.org/ministries/churches
WORLD MISSIONS: apcworldmissions.org
Download the free church app. Search for "All Peoples Church Bangalore" in the App or Google Play stores.
TIMESTAMPS
0:00 Intro
0:58 The Role of Woman in the Creation Narrative
4:06 Ephesians 4 & The Five Fold Ministry
6:36 Addressing 1 Corinthians 14 regarding women keeping silent
11:24 Addressing 1 Timothy 2 regarding women teaching
14:33 Empowering women in ministry
16:51 How senior pastors can build a supportive culture
#WomenInMinistry #Podcast #WordAndSpirit #AllPeoplesChurchBangalore #BangaloreChurch
