Self Esteem

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In Jonan Burgess Winfrey writing, she makes a very important point concerning self-esteem. And it is “Self- esteem is a human commodity that has substantial relevance to the ministry of Christian women. “She explores how women find "holy joy" in discovering a healthy view of their "work of ministry" and their "ministry of work.” Winfrey acknowledges that self-esteem is a multifaceted concept, in need of clarity. Its true meaning is uncovered only when "we bring theological discernment to bear on psychological theory" (Winfrey. 433). In her writing, she mentions two key factors: a sense of worth and a sense of competence. In her counseling, she has found that women often feel a lack of worth and competence, a lack that affects them as they seek to exercise their gifts in the …show more content…

What was concealed in the old had now been revealed in the new. Joel had already spoke that in the last day your daughters and sons will prophesy and is reconfirmed in the New Testament Acts 2:17-18. It is by the Holy Spirit that man and women are able to use their Gifts. The apostle Paul uses women in working and serving the ministry.
The question is asked, “Should women’s ministry in the New Testament includes ordination? In my answer to the question the same spirit that fell on Pentecost on both men and women for the empowerment of ministry have no respect of person (s). The writer, explicitly states that,’ the controversial topic of ordination of women shall not be an issue if the scriptures are faithfully applied.
Historically the cross of Christ has brought affirming and not conforming to the women. The former leadership of the Old Testament priests and prophets has now been superseded by the New Testament leadership of apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, teacher, and elders. The very sovereignty of God had a place in ministry for men, women, boys and girls when we respond faithfully and

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