We teach that women and men are equal before God and that they are both made in the image of God. Women and men have equal value and equal worth and one is not “better” than the other. (Galatians 3:28, Genesis 2:18 - 23)

We teach that scripture clearly outlines gender specific roles for women and men in the church and in the home. We teach that Scripture is not subject to modern culture but it is the truth of the Word of God that can never be outdated, but relevant and profitable to live a righteous life till the return off Christ. (2 Timothy 3:16; Ephesians 5:22 - 33; Titus 2)

We teach that scripture forbids women to "assume authority over a man" (1 Timothy 2:12; cf. 1 Corinthians 14:34). First Peter 5:1-4 details the qualifications for an elder. Presbuteros is the Greek word used sixty-six times in the New Testament to indicate “seasoned male overseer.” It is the masculine form of the word. The feminine form, presbutera, is never used in reference to elders or shepherds.

We teach the position of elders and pastors—who must be equipped to teach, lead the congregation, and oversee their spiritual growth (1 Timothy 3:2)—should be reserved for men only.

There is no scriptural precedent that forbids women from also serving as worship leaders, youth ministers, or children’s directors. The only restriction is that they do not assume a role of spiritual authority over adult men. Since the concern in Scripture appears to be the issue of spiritual authority rather than function, any role that does not bestow such spiritual authority over adult men is permissible.