When Paul commends Phoebe, greets Priscilla and Aquila, and notes Junia (Romans 16), we see women actively serving, teaching, and building the church. How does that fit with Paul’s corrective words in 1 Timothy 2 and 1 Corinthians 14? In this message, Pastor Billy lays out a clear, biblical framework that honors all of Scripture—context, language, and intent.What we cover:Why Romans 16 matters: Phoebe carrying/explaining the letter; Priscilla helping teach Apollos; Junia noted among the apostles.How to read difficult texts (1 Tim 2; 1 Cor 14) in their context—order in worship vs. silencing women.Elder qualifications (1 Tim 3; Titus 1) and why Redeemer’s practices male eldership.Our conviction: Women are gifted to teach, pastor, and lead; elders are qualified men who serve as head-servants for the church family.A call for men and women to step fully into their Spirit-given gifts under Jesus, the true Head of the church.

Romans 16 is the chapter many people skip—but it’s packed with names, networks, and real lives that show what the gospel actually looks like in community. Pastor Billy walks through Paul’s closing greetings to highlight three big truths:Romans is a real letter to real people—not just a theology textbook.Following Jesus is a group effort—faith was never designed to be a solo quest.The church is a diverse community—across race/ethnicity, social class, and gender—united in Christ.Along the way we meet Phoebe (a trusted leader and benefactor), Priscilla & Aquila (church-planting lifesavers), Junia (a debated but celebrated figure in the early church), Tertius (the scribe), and Erastus (a public official). Their stories remind us: the gospel breaks down walls and builds a family.

The gospel changes everything. In Romans 15, Paul reminds us that the good news of Jesus isn’t just about what we believe—it’s about how we live. Gospel-shaped living is marked by unity and mission. In this message, Pastor Abbie shows us how Paul’s model helps us discover our purpose: • Start with God’s bigger story—His mission to redeem the world. • Ask how your life, gifts, and story fit into that mission. • Rely on the Holy Spirit, who equips and empowers us for gospel living. Purpose isn’t reserved for a few—it’s for every believer, in every season. Whether you’re a student, a parent, or nearing retirement, your life is part of God’s story of redemption.