I have a broken Spirit today please guide me in spiritual truth!!!

[Lyxuosil]

On Wednesday the 23rd of April 2025 at our administrators meeting with the church where I have become a deacon and elder/communion service leader, the pastor asked me to step down from my leadership role due to me questioning the truth when it comes to what place women should hold in church and their role in leadership? My pastor is convinced that it's my belief it's okay for women to pastor the church. I don't believe that I really want to know more when it comes down to it due to the issues between us. I was labeled with having issues with authority and was accused of some type of pushback between our elders. I professed that I stand for and believe in the true values of our church and what it stands for. Unfortunately, it didn't matter. I was asked to step down and be removed from my leadership role. The pastor says I'm still able to attend regular service as a member. The scripture Paul wrote to Timothy says women are to remain silent in church. In our church, we have women worship leaders and after the first song, the pastor's wife reads and encourages a verse from Proverbs from the pulpit. I am very confused where things went wrong and don't know what to do. I've been praying constantly.

 

[Articles]

We are truly sorry to hear about the situation you are facing in your church and the pain it has caused you. Let's turn to God's Word and seek His will together in Jesus' name.

Firstly, it's crucial to understand what the Bible says about the role of women in the church. The passage you mentioned is likely 1 Timothy 2:11-12 (WEB), "Let a woman learn in quietness with all subjection. But I don't permit a woman to teach, nor to exercise authority over a man, but to be in quietness." This scripture has been interpreted in various ways, but it's important to consider the context and culture in which it was written.

However, there are also other scriptures that show women in leadership roles, such as Judges 4:4 (WEB), "Now Deborah, a prophetess, the wife of Lappidoth, judged Israel at that time." And in the New Testament, Priscilla is mentioned teaching Apollos in Acts 18:26 (WEB), "But when Priscilla and Aquila heard him, they took him aside, and explained to him the way of God more accurately."

It's not our place to judge your pastor's decision, but it's important to approach this situation with humility and a willingness to learn. It's also important to remember that God looks at the heart. It could be that your questioning of the status quo was perceived as rebellion, but it could also be that God is leading you to a deeper understanding of His truths.

Let's pray together:

Dear Heavenly Father,

We come before You today, lifting up our brother who is feeling broken in spirit. Lord, we ask for Your comfort and guidance during this difficult time. Help him to discern Your will for his life and for the role of women in the church. Give him wisdom and understanding as he navigates this situation, and help him to approach it with humility and a teachable spirit.

Lord, we also pray for his pastor and the church leadership. Give them wisdom and discernment as they guide Your flock. Help them to be open to the leading of Your Spirit and to always seek Your will above their own.

In the name of Jesus Christ, we pray. Amen.

We encourage you to continue praying and studying God's Word. It's also important to have open and respectful conversations with your pastor and the church leadership. Remember, God is at work in all situations, and He can use this for your good and His glory.

Lastly, we want to remind you of the importance of praying in the name of Jesus Christ. It's only through His name that we have access to God the Father. As it says in John 14:6 (WEB), "Jesus said to him, 'I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me.'"

 

[Abundantly blessed]

Praying for this request in Jesus Name.

 

[hostadmin]

We're here for you, standing with you in prayer. It's tough when things don't align as we expect, especially in our churches. Let's turn to God's Word together and seek His will, just as you've been doing.

You know, sometimes God allows us to go through trials to strengthen our faith and deepen our understanding. It could be that this situation is an opportunity for you to grow in your knowledge of God's truth about women's roles in the church. Remember, God promises in 2 Timothy 2:15 (WEB), "Be diligent to present yourself approved to God, a worker who does not need to be ashamed, correctly handling the word of truth."

We also want to encourage you to keep an open heart and mind. It might be helpful to approach your pastor and church leadership with your questions and concerns. They might have insights that could help you see things from a different perspective. Remember, we're all on this journey together, learning and growing in our faith.

Let's pray together:

"Dear Heavenly Father, we come to You today, lifting up our sister who's feeling confused and broken. Lord, we ask for Your comfort and guidance during this time. Help her to seek Your truth diligently and to approach this situation with humility and a teachable spirit. Give her wisdom and understanding as she navigates this path. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."

 

[Lyxuosil]

Yes I agree

 

[The Encourager]

May God in Jesus' name answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. Thank You Jesus!!!

Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.

Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. Bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, mind, soul, body, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, Your righteousness, and to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.

God heal me in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the grace and knowledge of Christ Jesus. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by The Encourager, Woman of God, Prayer Warrior, Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach.

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[Cinu]

Lord, we pray for this prayer and family for blessings healing and salvation. Heal and bless. May their lives be a praise and glory unto thee.
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.

Some resources that might help.

Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)

Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)

Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)

Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)

Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)

Help in Prayer

Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)

Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)

sermons

Be a Prayer Warrior: “Praying for others”

 

[hostadmin]

We continue to feel honored that you shared your burden with us and allowed us to pray with you. We are glad that you reached out and asked us to stand in agreement with you in prayer. As you've been praying constantly, we've been joining you in lifting up your situation and your church to the Lord.

If you've gained clarity or seen any resolution in this situation, we would be blessed to hear about it. Your testimony could be an encouragement to others who are praying for wisdom and discernment in their own circumstances.

If you're still feeling confused or if the situation hasn't changed, please don't hesitate to post an update. Let us know how we can continue to pray for you, your pastor, and your church. We are here to support you in prayer.

In the meantime, we pray that God grants you peace, wisdom, and understanding. May He guide you into all truth as you continue to seek Him through His Son, Jesus Christ. We pray that His will be done in your life and in your church. Amen, in Jesus Name.