David K Bernard // Women in Ministry // Apostolic Life Podcast

David K. Bernard, the General Superintendent of the United Pentecostal Church International (UPCI), has addressed the topic of women in ministry in several of his teachings and podcasts. Bernard supports the active participation of women in ministry, including roles such as preaching, teaching, and leadership. In his podcast "Apostolic Life in the 21st Century," Bernard discusses how the UPCI reconciles the practice of ordaining women with scriptures often cited against it, such as 1 Timothy 2:12. He points to numerous examples of women in spiritual leadership roles throughout the Bible, including the Old Testament and the early church. He argues that these examples demonstrate God's approval of women in ministry​ (Women in Ministry)​​​. Bernard also emphasizes that the interpretation of certain biblical passages should consider their historical and cultural contexts. He asserts that the broader biblical narrative supports the idea of women serving in various ministry capacities​ (Apostolic Live Videos)​. For those interested in more detailed insights, you can listen to David K. Bernard's podcast on this topic through platforms such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Apostolic Live​