Avoid this "church"! This place promotes the heresy of women pastors and has a low view of God's word.
Titus 1:5-6 says, “For this reason I left you in Crete, that you might set in order what remains, and appoint elders in every city as I directed you, 6 namely, if any man be above reproach, the husband of one wife, having children who believe, not accused of dissipation or rebellion.” The phrase “the husband of one wife,” in Greek is literally “man of one woman.” This same phrase is used of the Bishop in 1 Tim. 3:2 and the deacon in 1 Tim. 3:12. Remember, Paul is speaking of church officers, not those who serve (diakonos) in homes (Rom. 16:1,27). A female elder and/or pastor cannot meet this requirement of being a “man of one woman.” Remember, this is not a culturally based issue in light of what Paul said in 1 Tim. 2:13, “For it was Adam who was created first.” Finally, Bibles generally translate “man of one woman” as “husband of one wife” because the context is dealing with family (i.e., children, v. 6).
Galatians 5:9 "A little leaven leavens the whole lump of dough."
Doyle M. Sager, Rod Maples, Melissa Hatfield, Hannah Coe, Noah Angel are all false teachers and wolves in sheep's clothing. These false teachers promote a low view of God and thus a low view of God himself- 2 Timothy 3:16. Avoid this false church if your desire is to worship God in spirit and in truth- John 4:23-24. These wicked people twist the word of God on how His church is to be run, only the Lord knows what other areas they are compromising on and if indeed they preach the true gospel because the Bible is not their standard of authority.
First Baptist Church in Jefferson City , Missouri is a false church.
What about a woman who says she is called by God to minister? Women ministering are fine – to other women (Titus 2:3-4). But, they are not to be in places of teaching authority over men in the church as the Bible clearly states in 1 Tim. 2:12-13; 3:15. Still, some say that it is okay for women to be pastors and elders because they claim to be called by God and also show fruit of that calling. So what? Having ability doesn’t equal calling. First of all, the teaching contradicts God’s word. God will not call a woman to teach and exercise authority over men – in the church -- when He has taught otherwise (1 Tim. 2:12-13; 3:15). Remember, he says the elder (pastor/teacher per 1 Tim. 5:17) is to be a MAN of one woman! (Titus 1:6, “husband of one wife” is literally “man of one woman.”) Second, appealing to a “calling” and manifested “fruit” is equivalent to making doctrine based on experience. Since when does experience dictate biblical truth? All “feelings” and “callings” and “experiences” must be submitted to scripture, not scripture to your “feelings” and “callings” and “experiences”! Otherwise, you will end up in error (See 2 Thess. 2:3). Again, how can a woman be in a place of authority as a pastor/elder in the church and not violate the non-cultural command of 1 Tim. 2:12-13 where Paul clearly says he does “not allow a woman to teach or exercise authority over a man...for it was Adam who was created first, then Eve”? She cannot! Remember, Paul says it is because of the created order of Adam before Eve – before there was any culture. Again, he is giving instruction to the Christian church on how it is to operate (1 Tim. 3:15)! Furthermore, it doesn’t matter if a woman pastor and/or elder is under the authority of her husband who might be a pastor, or even some other male pastor, when she “preaches” and “teaches.” She is still in a place of authority over men in the church which, again, contradicts what Paul clearly teaches in 1 Tim. 2:12-13. Think about it. What does the Bible say? Third, people often cite other verses out of context and in opposition to 1 Tim. 2:12-13 and Titus 1:5-7 and thereby set scripture against itself. The result is getting 1 Tim. 2:12-13 to say the opposite of what it actually says. Essentially, they use other scriptures to justify a change of the meaning of the text from “I do not allow a woman to teach or exercise authority over a man...” to, “I do allow a woman to teach or exercise authority over a man...” Why do people do this? Is it for political correctness, feelings, or a push for equality? Who knows? But it is sinful when it contradicts God’s word. Christians need to believe God’s word and not put their personal preferences, sensibilities, and indoctrination from the world before it. Don’t be politically correct; be Biblically correct.
1 Tim. 2:12-13 says, “But I do not allow a woman to teach or exercise authority over a man, but remain quiet. 13 For it was Adam who was first created, and then Eve.” First of all, Paul clearly states that he does not allow a woman to teach or exercise authority over a man – because Adam was created first. Therefore, this is not a cultural issue. It is doctrinal. Furthermore, in the next chapter Paul instructs us in 1 Tim. 3:15 that he is teaching Christians how to conduct themselves in the church which means that Christians are obligated to follow what he is saying. It is not just Paul’s “opinion." In the church, when a woman is a pastor and/or elder, she is in a place of teaching authority over men and in violation of the command in 1 Tim. 2:12-13. Second, note that Paul wants women to remain quiet. The Greek word used here is hesuchia which means to “keep it down,” not to be absolutely silent (sigao). Therefore, women are to remain quiet and not teach men in an authoritative context – which is exactly what being a pastor and preaching is about.
This "church" ignores God's design and order for how the church is to be run by ordaining female pastors- 1 Timothy 3. When a "church" compromises on the word of God on how the church is to be run, it compromises in other areas. It is of no surprise that "churches" that ordain female "pastors" go on to support other ills like abortion and "gay" marriage.
1 Tim. 5:17 says “Let the elders who rule well be considered worthy of double honor, especially those who work hard at preaching and teaching.” This tells us that the elders are to receive honor, especially those who preach and teach. Therefore, in the church the preacher, the pastor, is an elder by definition – who is supposed to be a “man of one woman.” According to Scripture, this cannot be a woman. Whether anyone likes it or not is irrelevant. What does God’s word SAY?
This is a church that has really good leadership. The pastoral staff have great teaching and a passion for our community. Many members are highly involved in Kingdom work and live a life for Christ. I moved to Jefferson City 5 years ago and one of the reasons I enjoy Jefferson City so much is because of this church.
If the Christian church does not adhere to God’s word, then apostasy is guaranteed. A little leaven eventually leavens the whole lump (Gal. 5:9).
Has been my home church for years, really as long as I can remember. Great place with loveable people.
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