TBSP#27 Young Women Leaving the Church in droves! How the Church Has Misunderstood Women in Ministry

In this episode, Brian and Daniel discuss the trend of young women leaving the church, particularly in Generation Z, due to issues such as gender hierarchies, lack of women in leadership roles, expectations of chastity, and the church's positions on reproductive rights and LGBTQ issues. Brian and Daniel make a Biblical case against the concept of a senior pastor and emphasize the importance of following Jesus rather than a human leader. They caution against person worship and encourage self-reflection on the reasons for attending a particular congregation. Brian discusses the role of women in leadership positions in the church. He explains that women are not allowed to take up the position of pastor in conservative churches due to the interpretation of 1 Timothy 2:12. Brian refutes the argument that this restriction only applied to a specific church or time period, stating that it is based on the creation order and the actions of Adam and Eve. He emphasizes the need for strong male leadership in the church and suggests that the lack of such leadership may be a reason why women are leaving the church. Brian also briefly addresses the issue of LGBTQ+ individuals leaving the church, stating that if they disagree with the teachings of the church, they should leave rather than trying to change the religion to fit their beliefs.