IN ALIGNMENT WITH SCRIPTURE WE ARE
1. Expositional in Preaching
Responsible teaching relies on exegesis, which critically explains the Biblical text according to its original intent, rather than eisegesis, which imposes our own ideas onto the text. We must interpret the Bible literally and faithfully, respecting its literary genres—such as narrative, instruction, prophecy, and poetry—while considering the context of the speaker and audience.
Interpretation should be guided by the Holy Spirit, as Scripture is fully inspired by God, not by human traditions or opinions (2 Peter 1:20-21). As stated in 2 Peter, no prophecy is based on personal interpretation; it comes from men inspired by the Holy Spirit (2 Peter 1:20-21).
According to Ligonier Ministries, God, as the ultimate Author, provides the definitive interpretation of Scripture. The Westminster Confession of Faith notes that Scripture interprets itself, meaning that we should look to other passages for clarity when interpreting difficult texts (Ligonier Ministries, Westminster Confession of Faith). The true meaning of Scripture is found within the Bible, not through appeals to tradition or personal opinion (Ligonier Ministries, Westminster Confession of Faith).​
2. Exercising Prayer with Understanding
The Bible instructs us to "pray without ceasing" (1 Thessalonians 5:17), emphasizing the importance of constant prayer. Jesus also taught that prayer should not rely on repeated words, but on sincere requests to God (Matthew 6:7). True prayer is about bringing all our concerns to God with thanksgiving (Philippians 4:6), not about chanting or long, forceful utterances, as seen in some modern Ghanaian churches.
While speaking in tongues is not forbidden, it must be done in an orderly way (1 Corinthians 14:39-40). The purpose of prayer and tongues in the church is to build up believers, not create confusion (1 Corinthians 14:6). Tongues serve as a sign for unbelievers rather than for the edification of the church (1 Corinthians 14:22-23). Therefore, speaking in a way that can be understood is more beneficial in the church than using tongues that others cannot comprehend (1 Corinthians 14:19).
3. Complementarian
The Bible teaches that men and women are created in God’s image, holding equal value but with distinct roles (1 Corinthians 11:3). While the man is the head, as stated in Scripture, the woman is not to be abused but is a coheir with Christ (Galatians 3:26-29). This divine order does not diminish the value of women, who are called to submit in the family and the church.
Galatians highlights that all believers are one in Christ, emphasizing the inheritance of sonship without negating the order of submission (Galatians 3:26-29). Complementarianism affirms that men should lead as elders or heads of their homes, this is based on inherent differences between men and women (John Piper on Complementarianism).
The New Testament maintains this distinction, instructing women to learn in silence and not to teach or have authority over men (1 Timothy 2:11-14). However, women can serve in many vital roles within the church, such as in administration, children’s ministry, evangelism, and more, but not in teaching authority over men as elders or pastors (John Piper in "What's the Difference).
As John Piper explains, authority pertains to men as spiritual leaders in the church, while submission involves the church affirming and supporting this leadership, allowing both men and women to engage in various ministries for Christ (John Piper on authority and submission).
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