Jesus’
Attitude Toward Women
Introduction: This series of lessons
on women in the Bible would certainly not be complete without at
least a brief look at Jesus's attitude toward women. Throughout
his life, he had encounters with various women, revealing how he
viewed them in general.
1.
Jesus's Attitude Toward His Mother
Mary
while Jesus was growing up in his mother and
Joseph's home. We find him being subject to them, obedient,
under their authority (Luke 2: 51). Even though he was the son
of god, he respected her and was submissive to her In his
younger years.
His love and concern for her were still very
apparent at the close of his earthly life. Even as he hung dying
on his cross, he thought about his wonderful mother (John 19:
26,27). He wanted to ensure she was cared for, which is part of
honoring one's father and mother. His attitude toward her showed
he understood how important a mother's role is.
2.
Jesus's Attitude Toward the woman
at the well in Samaria
Jesus's treatment of this woman reveals much.
Few, if any, Jewish men mobile would share a drinking vessel
with a Samaritan woman (John 4: 9). Samaritans and women, in
general, were looked down upon by most Jewish men. Jesus knew
the value of a human soul. He recognized her spiritual needs
(John 4: 10). He knew she needed living water. Jesus treated her
kindly when talking about her marriage situation. His attitude
toward this woman led many to believe him (John 4:39).
3.
Jesus's
Attitude Toward the woman with the 18-year infirmity
Consider Luke 13: 10-17. Even though many of the
men present did not consider the woman of much more value than
the beast of burden, Jesus did. His sense of compassion is
clearly seen.
4.
Jesus's
Attitude Toward the woman caught in adultery
consider John 8: 1-12. Self-righteous Pharisees
failed to bring along the man who was her partner in adultery.
He was every bit as guilty. They singled her out for punishment;
Jesus obviously saw her potential. He did not treat her as the
Pharisees had. He did not condone her sin. He just told her she
must sin no more.
5.
Jesus's
Attitude Toward the women at his resurrection
finally, let's remember that the first one
privileged to see the resurrected Jesus was a woman- Mary
Magdalene (Mark 16: 9). What a blessing!
Conclusion/Invitation: Jesus looked on
the inside and saw people's potential. His words, " Go and sin
no more,” also apply to us today. Galatians 3:26 states that
women may receive salvation as fully as men do.
February 13,
2025
Sermon prepared
by Bobby Stafford
Prepared by
Bobby Stafford
The church of
Christ at Granby, MO
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