Episode 3 | Complementarianism, Women, and the Church

In this episode, we're diving into a big (and often misunderstood) word: complementarianism. Yes, it’s a mouthful—and no, our computers don’t recognize it either. 😂 But it’s an important topic worth talking about, especially for anyone thinking about the role of women in ministry and leadership.

We talk candidly about:

• What complementarianism means (and how it differs from egalitarianism)
• Why we believe it’s a second-tier issue among faithful, orthodox Christians
• The theological convictions that led us to build a Bible teaching program for women—while still holding complementarian views
• Why we believe the gift of teaching is not a gendered gift
• All the ways teaching is already happening in churches (even if it’s not from the pulpit on a Sunday)
• How we hope to see more healthy partnership between men and women in the Church—no matter where you land on the spectrum

If you’ve ever wondered:

“Can a woman teach the Bible in a church if she’s not a pastor?”

“How does complementarian theology practically play out in local church life?”

“What does it look like to hold to biblical convictions and still empower women to lead and teach?”

…then pull up a seat and join the conversation.

The goal of this conversation? To offer a gracious, grounded, and biblically faithful approach to a topic that touches many lives, and to champion more partnership—not more division—in the church.

You can find more resources on complementarianism here: 

🎥 Bonus Resource for Pastors: Watch the conversation with our lead pastors about complementarianism and teaching 

🚩 Important note on this episode: Teach Equip was developed by complementarians, but the program is designed for anyone who desires to grow in the gift of teaching God’s Word

Interested in joining Teach Equip as a student? Applications are open now through October 31, 2025. Space is limited to just 12 participants, so early applicants are prioritized. 

Want to bring Teach Equip to your church? Learn how to license our program and equip your teachers at teachequip.com/churches.

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