A Portrait of Biblical Femininity in the Local Church (1 Timothy 2:9–15)

Sermon Notes:

INTRODUCTION:

MAIN IDEA: 1 Timothy 2:9–15 presents a cohesive four-piece portrait of biblical femininity in local church corporate worship so that we, the church, might affirm biblical gender roles and functions in the church unto joy, freedom, and the glory of God.

1. Adornment in the Assembly (vv. 9–10)

2. Conduct in the Congregation (vv. 11–12)

   a. Positive (v. 11)

   b. Negative [w/positive reinforcement] (v. 12)

3. Premises for the Prohibition (vv. 13–14)

   a. Creational Ordinance (v. 13)

   b. Decisive Deception (v. 14)

4. Guidance for those Gathered (v. 15)