The Non-prophets

Southern Baptists are poised to ban churches with women pastors. Some are urging them to reconsiderAP News, By Peter Smith, on June 6, 2024https://apnews.com/article/religion-southern-baptists-women-pastors-saddleback-3b40fd925377a9e3aa2ecb4a4072a4a6 The Southern Baptist Convention (SBC) has stirred controversy by reinforcing its ban on women serving as pastors. Labeling the Bible as a "guy book," the SBC has mandated that churches under its umbrella dismiss women from preaching roles. Failure to comply results in withdrawal of financial and organizational support. This move affects approximately 47,000 churches affiliated with the SBC, many of which have long embraced women in leadership positions.The immediate fallout is palpable, with congregations now forced to choose between financial stability and their commitment to gender equality. This decision has placed progressive Baptist churches in a difficult position, torn between ethical principles and pragmatic concerns. The debate intensifies against the ba