RE: Saddleback Church ordains three women, draws criticism
The article by Bob Smietana was somewhat reckless, in my opinion, as he seems to equate a woman preaching with an ordained woman pastor. The little “cute” ending regarding communication with Dr. Al Mohler from Beth Moore was completely out of place. Mr. Smietana did not give an unbiased news story.
This is a difficult issue for many. I would suggest anyone with an opinion on “either side” read two articles written by E. Earle Ellis, former research theologian at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. They are included in his book Pauline Theology: Ministry and Society under the section “Paul and the Eschatological Woman,” and are titled “Four Theological Principles” and “Three Crucial Texts.”
Bill R. Lee
Ennis, Texas
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